Marietta is a Westside pocket of Jacksonville where wide skies, generous lots, and a laid-back pace set the tone. Daily life runs along Beaver Street, with local produce stands and feed stores hinting at the area’s agricultural roots, while quick access to I-10 keeps commutes simple. Aviation buffs love being minutes from the city’s general-aviation hub at Herlong Recreational Airport, operated by the Jacksonville Aviation Authority, which hosts flight schools and community events.
Families appreciate the neighborhood’s proximity to Duval County public schools, including the community-focused Marietta Elementary School and the storied Edward H. White High School, both offering a full slate of academics and extracurriculars. Outdoor time is easy to find: Bulls Bay Preserve delivers miles of wooded trails, boardwalk views of wetlands, and a true “old Florida” feel, while the paved Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail invites runners, cyclists, and dog walkers for long, shady miles on a former rail corridor. Golfers can tee it up nearby at Bent Creek Golf Course, a local favorite with a tree-lined layout.
Marietta’s location also connects seamlessly to neighboring Whitehouse for additional parks and services, and it’s an easy drive to downtown restaurants, arts, and waterfront adventures in Jacksonville. If you’re looking to move into or out of Marietta, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local agent who knows the neighborhood and can guide both buyers and sellers from first showing to final signatures.
Links:
- Herlong Recreational Airport (official JAA)
- Marietta Elementary School (official DCPS)
- Edward H. White High School (official DCPS)
- Bulls Bay Preserve (official City of Jacksonville)
- Jacksonville-Baldwin Rail Trail (official Florida State Parks)
- Bent Creek Golf Course (official site)
