What zip code is Ortega in Jacksonville FL?

Ortega and Ortega Forest are both in the 32210 zip code.

What is the difference between Old Ortega and Ortega Forest?

Old Ortega is the historic eastern section of the peninsula, east of Roosevelt Boulevard, and includes the National Register of Historic Places historic district. Ortega Forest is the western section, west of Roosevelt — newer homes, larger lots, slightly more suburban feel, and generally more accessible price points than Old Ortega waterfront.

Do Ortega homes have water access?

Many do. The peninsula is surrounded by the St. Johns River and Ortega River, and waterfront homes throughout the neighborhood have private docks. Even non-waterfront homes within Ortega are within walking or biking distance of river access points and the Florida Yacht Club.

Is Ortega a historic neighborhood?

Yes. A section of Old Ortega was designated the Old Ortega Historic District by the National Register of Historic Places in 2004. The neighborhood dates to the early 1700s and saw its major development boom in the 1920s, when J. Pierpont Morgan helped finance the area and architects designed some of the most distinctive homes in Jacksonville.

How far is Ortega from downtown Jacksonville?

Ortega is approximately 15 to 20 minutes from downtown Jacksonville depending on traffic — close enough for an easy commute, far enough that it feels like a world apart.

Are there HOA fees in Ortega?

Many sections of Ortega — particularly in Old Ortega — have no HOA. This is one of the neighborhood's draws for buyers who want an established, high-end address without monthly association dues or deed restrictions.