Neighborhood Guide
Downtown Jacksonville Apartments Near Major Employers, Dining, Transit & Local Attractions
Live in the heart of Downtown Jacksonville at Lofts at LaVilla, close to major employers, restaurants, local stores, grocery options, entertainment, transit, the Jacksonville Riverwalk, Brooklyn, Riverside, and San Marco.
Live in LaVilla, Connected to Downtown Jacksonville
Lofts at LaVilla is located at 995 Water Street in Jacksonville, FL, placing residents close to the downtown employers, restaurants, cultural venues, transit options, and neighborhood destinations that define urban Jacksonville living. From LaVilla, residents can quickly reach Brooklyn, Riverside, San Marco, the riverfront, downtown office towers, and local entertainment districts.
This neighborhood page is designed to help future residents see what is close to home: major finance, transportation, utility, construction, logistics, and corporate employers; grocery and everyday shopping; local restaurants; and Jacksonville attractions within an easy downtown commute.
Live Near Downtown Jacksonville’s Major Employers
Lofts at LaVilla is especially convenient for residents working in finance, transportation, rail, utilities, construction, engineering, logistics, real estate services, software, and corporate operations.
995 Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32204
CSX Corporation
Fortune 500 headquarters specializing in rail-based freight transportation and logistics.
FIS
Global financial technology and payment processing company with a major Jacksonville presence.
Fidelity National Financial
Fortune 500 company focused on title insurance, real estate services, and financial operations.
VyStar Credit Union
One of the largest credit unions in the U.S., with a major downtown headquarters presence.
TIAA Bank
Banking and financial services institution headquartered in Jacksonville.
Black Knight
Provider of software, data, and analytics for mortgage and real estate industries.
JEA
Jacksonville’s municipal utility provider serving electric, water, and sewer needs.
The Haskell Company
Design, engineering, construction, and architecture firm headquartered downtown.
Suddath
Global logistics and relocation services company headquartered in downtown Jacksonville.
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Major Downtown Jacksonville Employers Near Lofts at LaVilla
Downtown Jacksonville is home to major employers across transportation, finance, fintech, utilities, construction, logistics, software, real estate services, and corporate operations. Living at Lofts at LaVilla puts residents close to many of these employment centers.
CSX Corporation
One of Jacksonville’s Fortune 500 headquarters specializing in rail-based freight transportation.
FIS
Global leader in financial technology, banking technology, and payment processing solutions.
Fidelity National Financial
Major Fortune 500 company focused on title insurance, real estate services, and financial solutions.
VyStar Credit Union
One of the largest credit unions in the United States, with a major downtown Jacksonville headquarters presence.
TIAA Bank
Prominent Jacksonville banking and financial services institution with downtown employment opportunities.
Black Knight
Leading provider of software, data, and analytics for mortgage and real estate industries.
JEA
Jacksonville’s largest municipal utility provider, serving electric, water, and sewer needs.
The Haskell Company
Nationally recognized design, engineering, architecture, and construction firm headquartered downtown.
Suddath
Global logistics, relocation, and moving services company headquartered in downtown Jacksonville.
Rayonier Advanced Materials
Global leader in high-purity cellulose specialty products headquartered in downtown Jacksonville.
Local Stores, Grocery & Everyday Essentials
Lofts at LaVilla residents can reach everyday shopping, grocery options, local markets, and neighborhood services in Downtown Jacksonville, Brooklyn, Riverside, and nearby urban districts.
Fresh Market at Brooklyn Station
Grocery option in the nearby Brooklyn area with produce, prepared foods, and everyday grocery essentials.
Visit WebsitePublix Super Market at Riverside
Full-service grocery store near Riverside with produce, deli, bakery, pharmacy, and weekly essentials.
Visit WebsiteWinn-Dixie
Regional supermarket option for groceries, pantry staples, pharmacy items, and household essentials.
Visit WebsiteGrassroots Natural Market
Riverside-area natural market with organic, specialty, wellness, and local grocery items.
Visit WebsiteBrooklyn Station
Nearby shopping and dining area with convenient access to services, grocery, fitness, restaurants, and everyday errands.
Downtown Convenience Stores
Local downtown options for quick essentials, snacks, drinks, and daily convenience items close to home.
Restaurants Near Lofts at LaVilla
Living downtown means restaurants, coffee, lunch spots, date-night destinations, and riverfront dining are all close by. Lofts at LaVilla residents can enjoy nearby dining in Downtown Jacksonville, Brooklyn, Riverside, and San Marco.
Cowford Chophouse
Downtown steakhouse in a historic building with rooftop views and a polished dining experience.
Visit WebsiteBellwether
Modern downtown restaurant with approachable lunch, dinner, cocktails, and a central location.
Visit WebsiteThe Bread & Board
Popular Jacksonville restaurant known for sandwiches, boards, salads, and casual downtown dining.
Visit WebsiteEstrella Cocina
Rooftop Mexican restaurant and bar with downtown views, cocktails, and shareable plates.
Visit WebsiteBurrito Gallery
Downtown favorite for tacos, burritos, bowls, patio dining, and casual meals.
Visit WebsiteRiver & Post
Riverside restaurant and rooftop bar with seafood, American dishes, and skyline views.
Visit WebsiteBlack Sheep
Riverside dining destination with elevated American food and a neighborhood atmosphere.
Silkie’s Chicken & Champagne Bar
Springfield-area restaurant known for biscuits, chicken, brunch, and creative comfort food.
Visit WebsiteBold City Downtown Dining
Downtown Jacksonville offers quick lunches, coffee shops, breweries, casual bites, and dinner spots close to work and home.
Downtown Jacksonville Attractions & Lifestyle
Lofts at LaVilla gives residents access to downtown events, arts, music, sports, riverfront recreation, museums, and nearby neighborhood destinations.
Jacksonville Riverwalk
Riverfront paths, views, bridges, dining access, and outdoor space for walking or relaxing near the St. Johns River.
Riverside Arts Market
Weekend market with local makers, food vendors, artists, produce, music, and riverfront community energy.
Visit WebsiteFlorida Theatre
Historic downtown venue for concerts, comedy, film, performances, and live events.
Visit WebsiteMuseum of Science & History
Family-friendly museum with science exhibits, local history, planetarium programs, and educational experiences.
Visit WebsiteVyStar Veterans Memorial Arena
Downtown arena hosting concerts, sporting events, performances, and major touring acts.
Visit WebsiteEverBank Stadium
Home to Jacksonville Jaguars football, major events, concerts, and game-day energy.
