Shiana Simmons

Shiana Simmons is a real estate salesperson with ERA OneTeam Realty, serving first-time homebuyers across Jacksonville, FL and Northeast Florida. Fueled by faith, hustle, and heart, Shiana guides new buyers through every step of the process — from their first showing to closing day. If you're buying your first home in Duval, St. Johns, or Clay County, Shiana is the agent in your corner. 

a practical starting point for first-time homebuyers navigating the Northeast Florida real estate market. It covers the key steps in the home purchase process, helping new buyers understand what to expect from offer to close. Bookmark this page and revisit it throughout your home search in Jacksonville, FL.

A live property search tool lets first-time buyers browse active listings across Jacksonville, FL and Northeast Florida — including Duval, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau Counties. Filtering by price, bedroom count, and neighborhood is a great way for new buyers to calibrate their expectations and understand what their budget gets them in different parts of the market. Start here to get a feel for the Jacksonville FL real estate landscape before your first showing. 

Keeps first-time buyers informed on what's happening in the Jacksonville, FL real estate market — including local price trends, inventory shifts, and community updates across Northeast Florida. Staying informed helps new buyers time their purchase wisely and set realistic expectations for the Duval and St. Johns County markets. Check back regularly as market conditions in Jacksonville, FL continue to evolve. 

Shiana Simmons is part of ERA OneTeam Realty, one of the most established real estate brokerages in Northeast Florida — and this page surfaces all active office listings across Jacksonville, FL and surrounding counties. First-time buyers benefit from having access to a full brokerage's inventory, not just one agent's listings, giving a broader view of what's available in Duval, St. Johns, and Clay Counties. Explore current ERA OneTeam properties to see the range of homes available in the market right now.

First-time buyers want an agent they can trust — and Shiana Simmons has earned a 5-star rating on Zillow from clients who praised her guidance throughout the entire home-buying process in Jacksonville, FL. Past buyers have highlighted her patience, organization, and ability to make a complex process feel manageable from start to finish. Read verified client reviews and see Shiana's recent sales across the Northeast Florida market.

The National Association of Realtors named Jacksonville one of the top 10 housing hot spots for 2026, citing strong job growth, household income gains, favorable price-to-income alignment, and domestic in-migration as key drivers of the market's outlook. Jacksonville was selected by outperforming the national average on at least five of ten economic, demographic, and housing indicators — a meaningful endorsement for investors and buyers evaluating Northeast Florida. This Florida Realtors article breaks down the full methodology and what the designation means for the Jacksonville, FL real estate market heading into 2026. 

Norada Real Estate's Jacksonville market overview covers the key fundamentals driving investor interest in Northeast Florida — including population growth, job diversification across healthcare, logistics, finance, and defense, Florida's lack of state income tax, and a median home price significantly below other major Florida metros. The guide examines neighborhood-level investment opportunities and helps investors understand how Jacksonville's market has evolved from the post-pandemic frenzy into a more stable, data-driven environment. A practical starting point for any out-of-state investor evaluating Jacksonville, FL for the first time. 

This February 2026 investor guide covers the current Jacksonville real estate landscape in practical, numbers-forward terms — including realistic 2026 rental ranges for single-family homes, vacancy rates, the impact of new build-to-rent communities on older rental stock, and critical Florida-specific investor risks like flood zone considerations, insurance eligibility tied to roof age, and property tax resets at purchase. It's one of the most actionable, transparent investor resources currently available for the Jacksonville, FL market. A must-read before running numbers on any Northeast Florida investment property. 

MMG Real Estate Advisors' 2025 Jacksonville multifamily forecast examines the rental demand dynamics, construction pipeline contraction, and occupancy trends shaping the Northeast Florida investment market — including the fact that Jacksonville ranks as one of the fastest-growing metros in the U.S. with population projected to grow at more than twice the national average through 2029. Lower- and mid-tier rental properties are already seeing positive rent growth while upper-tier units stabilize, creating differentiated opportunities across the Duval County market. Investors evaluating multifamily or single-family rental plays in Jacksonville will find this a valuable macro-level reference. 

Redfin's Jacksonville housing market page provides regularly updated data on median sale prices, days on market, sale-to-list ratios, and year-over-year trends across the Jacksonville, FL metro — making it one of the most reliable real-time benchmarks for investors and buyers tracking the Northeast Florida market. As of early 2026, Jacksonville's median sale price sits well below the national average, reinforcing the city's appeal as an accessible and comparatively affordable entry point for real estate investors. Bookmark this page and check it regularly to stay current on where the Jacksonville, FL market is heading. 

Jax Daily Record's February 2026 commercial real estate roundup draws on Q4 2025 reports from Colliers, NAI Hallmark, and Avison Young to paint a detailed picture of Jacksonville's office, industrial, and retail investment landscape heading into 2026 — including a retail vacancy rate of just 4.8% and the observation that Jacksonville represented more than 5% of national retail demand in 2025 despite being just 0.5% of the U.S. population. Population growth, rising return-to-office trends, and higher median household incomes are cited as the key demand drivers. For investors looking beyond residential real estate, this is an essential read on Northeast Florida's commercial market momentum. 

Duval County Public Schools is the 20th largest school district in the nation, serving over 127,000 students across 219 schools in Jacksonville, FL — including 97 elementary schools, 23 middle schools, and 19 high schools, plus dozens of charter and magnet options. In 2025, DCPS earned its first-ever "A" district grade from the Florida Department of Education, a historic milestone for the Jacksonville school system. Families buying homes in Duval County will find a wide range of school options across neighborhoods from Mandarin and the Beaches to Riverside Avondale and the Northside.

St. Johns County School District has earned an "A" district grade from the Florida Department of Education every single year since the state began assigning district grades in 2004 — making it one of only two districts in Florida with that distinction. The district serves communities including Nocatee, Ponte Vedra Beach, World Golf Village, and St. Augustine, and posted a graduation rate of 97.1% for the 2024–2025 school year, ranking 3rd in the state. For families relocating to Northeast Florida with school quality as a top priority, St. Johns County is consistently the benchmark.

Clay County District Schools, headquartered in Green Cove Springs, is one of the most sought-after school districts in the Jacksonville metro area — covering Fleming Island, Middleburg, and Orange Park with a student-to-teacher ratio of approximately 20:1. The district is known for strong academics and a high level of student participation in sports and extracurricular activities, making it a popular choice for families relocating to Clay County, FL. Buyers moving to Fleming Island or Middleburg will find Clay County schools to be one of the area's biggest draws. 

Every Nassau County public school earned an A rating from the Florida Department of Education, placing our district at the top in the state. From safe campuses to innovative classrooms, Nassau County School District provides the support, opportunities, and small-town connection that help students succeed. Through Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, Nassau County School District students gain hands-on experience, industry certifications, and real-world skills that prepare them for college, careers, and beyond.

GreatSchools is one of the most widely used tools for researching and comparing public schools across Jacksonville, FL and Northeast Florida — covering Duval, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau County districts with ratings, test score data, and parent reviews. Relocating families can search by neighborhood or ZIP code to compare schools side by side before committing to a specific area. This is a practical first stop for any buyer whose home search is being driven by school quality in the Jacksonville, FL market.

The Navy MWR Jacksonville School Liaison office is a dedicated resource for military families navigating school enrollment across Duval, Clay, and St. Johns County school districts during a PCS move to the Jacksonville, FL area. The page covers enrollment processes, Purple Star schools that support military-connected students, and key contacts for each county's district — invaluable for families arriving on short timelines. Shiana Simmons with ERA OneTeam Realty works closely with military families and recommends this resource as a first stop for school questions before or during a PCS to Northeast Florida.