House-hunting for Travis Hunter: Plenty of luxe local real estate for the Jaguars’ rookie

Anne Hammock, Jacksonville Florida Times-Union

Updated Sun, June 1, 2025 at 10:30 AM UTC

6 min read

There's a couple of sweet stories floating around about Travis Hunter, the two-way University of Colorado standout drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in late April .

One of them involves the first thing the Heisman Trophy winner purchased upon officially joining the "Big Cats." After the Lambeau Field draft festivities were over, Hunter reportedly went on Amazon that same night and bought … a pair of Jaguars pajamas .

New Jags GM James Gladstone made a bold move in trading up with the Cleveland Browns to pick the talented Hunter at No. 2 in the first round . In addition to the Heisman and the Walter Camp award, the young man earned a host of other honorifics, as well as a degree in anthropology while maintaining a 4.0 GPA.

Hunter is not a complete stranger to big purchases. He purchased a five-bedroom, 2.5-bath Savannah home for his mother in 2024 and gifted a six-figure Mercedes-Benz AMG G63 BRABUS 800 to his new bride, Leanna Lenee , on their wedding day.

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You can be sure he will put a lot of thought into his first Jacksonville-area home purchase. When the time comes, we've got some equally bold ideas for him.

Several Ponte Vedra Beach homes lead our roundup, which should come as no surprise. The area is known for its stunning oceanfront homes that often go for eight figures . That includes the top two properties on this list, should Hunter want to venture outside of Duuuval .

But Hunter, a Florida native, is also an avid fisherman. He was even featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated's NFL Draft Preview edition holding two largemouth bass and looking mighty happy. That means homes with docks, boat lifts and river access are likely a priority as well.

All the homes are spacious, with fairly large lots. That extra room will come in handy as Hunter's fame — and family — start to grow. Should none of these work out, there's also legendary late rocker Tom Petty's former getaway on Anastasia Island in St. Augustine.

Tuscan-influenced Ponte Vedra Beach villa

Located near the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, this 8,282-square-foot home at 57 Ponte Vedra Blvd. includes six bedrooms and 6.5 baths, with three oceanfront suites and unique custom features. Listing price: $23.25 million

Address:57 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach 32082 Listing price:$23.25 million Details:Less than a mile from Ponte Vedra Inn & Club; 0.77-acre lot with 100 feet of ocean frontage; six bedrooms, 6.5 baths; kitchen with barrel brick ceiling, solid walnut island and custom stone range hood; family room with double beverage coolers and French doors to covered lanai; primary suite with his-and-her closets; outdoor kitchen with custom stone fireplace and vaulted cypress beam ceiling; saltwater pool and hot tub; temperature controlled wine closet; two laundry rooms; game room and kitchenette on upper level; four new HVAC systems; tankless water heater

Ponte Vedra oceanfront with ultimate coastal style

Built in 2023, this seven-bedroom, 6.5-bath home at 1157 Ponte Vedra Blvd. is perched on a 1.6-acre lot and is 35 feet above sea level. Listing price: $19.75 million

Address:1157 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach 32082 Listing price:$19.75 million Details:1.6-acre lot, 150 feet of ocean frontage, 35 feet above sea level; 48KWGenerac generator powered by 1,000-gallon propane tank; entry foyer with glass-sided floating staircase; living room with porcelain quartz-clad fireplace; kitchen with custom cabinetry, hidden pantry, Viking appliances; Sonos surround sound throughout; central tech center with Brilliant smart home system; 12,000-square-foot outdoor living area with infinity pool and spa, basketball court, putting green, fenced dog run and life-sized chess board; six-car garage.

West Indies vibe in Atlantic Beach

Filled with exotic West Indies style inside and out, this 4,418-square-foot home at 1515 Beach Ave., Atlantic Beach, includes six bedrooms and 4.5-baths. Listing price: $8.75 million

Address:1515 Beach Ave., Atlantic Beach 32233 Listing price:$8.75 million Details:Mahogany trim throughout (doors, beams, windows); three fireplaces; kitchen with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances; oversize pocket doors open to pool and spa; new turf with putting green; sauna in primary bath; detached two-car garage with guest apartment; 50 feet of ocean frontage, short walk to Beaches Town Center.

Stately riverfront manor on St. Johns Bluff

This meticulously maintained seven-bedroom, 7.5-bath home at 12827 Fort Caroline Road occupies a 1.53-acre lot high above the main channel of the St. Johns River. Private dock, guest/boathouse, boat slips and lush landscaping included. Listing price: $7.85 million

Address:12827 Fort Caroline Road Listing price:$7.85 million Details:Custom brick home, slate roof; main home 7,516 square feet, guest/boathouse 960 square feet; four-car garage with HVAC, epoxy floors, work zone; custom fountains, koi pond; 30-foot vaulted entry with open beams, marble floors, tongue and groove ceiling; two-story wood-burning fireplace; bar area with wine cooler; water softener and whole-house water filtration system; fully renovated boathouse, 13,000-pound lift; deep water access.

Refined marsh front living on Amelia Island

Marsh views and great fishing are just two of the perks of this 5,171-square-foot home at 11 Marsh Hawk Road in Fernandina Beach. Includes high-end appliances, plenty of smart-home features and a whole-house generator. Listing price: $4.7 million

Address:11 Marsh Hawk Road, Fernandina Beach 32034 Listing price:$4.7 million Details:Breathtaking sunsets over the tidal salt marsh, with views of Walker Creek and Long Point golf course; primary suite access to outdoor living space; Lutron smart lighting system with Control 4 integration; Nest thermostats; two Rinnai Instant Hot water heaters; generator with automatic transfer switch; second floor balcony outfitted with LED glass panels; two-story screened lanai with two gas fireplaces and heated spa with waterfall; refurbished dock.

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Rock 'n' roll history in St. Augustine

This five-bedroom, four-bath home at 5372 Atlantic View on Anastasia Island in St. Augustine was once the oceanfront retreat of late legendary rocker, Tom Petty. Built in 1988, the home has been meticulously renovated from top to bottom. Listing price: $3.25 million

Address:5372 Atlantic View, St. Augustine 32080 Listing price:$3.25 million Details:Private beach boardwalk from top floor; 3,293 square feet; new pavered driveway and parking pad; other updates include new roof, fully remodeled kitchen, flooring, electrical/plumbing and redesigned pool.

Modern Ponte Vedra Beach oasis

This four-bedroom, 3.5-bath home at 3113 S. Ponte Vedra Blvd. offers a modern take on oceanfront luxury. Listing price: $2.8 million

Address:3113 S. Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach 32082 Listing price:$2.8 million Details:Beachfront lounge with hot tub, fire pit; 2,916 square feet; all furnishings convey; private beach access; 15 minutes from St. Augustine, 25 minutes to TPC Sawgrass; fireplace, wine cooler; no HOA.

Riverfront oasis in Mandarin

Accessed by a long winding driveway, this 5,734-square foot riverfront home at 13918 Mandarin Oaks Lane, Jacksonville, has real possibilities for multi-generational living, with a four-bedroom, 5.5-bath main home and a separate guest house. Listing price: $2.5 million

Address:13918 Mandarin Oaks Lane, Jacksonville 32223 Listing price:$2.5 million Details:Pavered, gated driveway; 1.26-acre lot; barrel-tiled roof; main house 4,800 square feet, guest/boathouse 900 square feet; kitchen has gas cooktop, new granite island, booth-style breakfast nook; main house primary suite on upper level features full deck facing river; 400-foot dock with gazebo; boat lift available; all plumbing updated 2023; Generac system.

Sportsman's paradise off Charter Point

Serene sunsets and easy ocean access await the new owner of this three-bedroom, two-bath home at 4598 Edenfield Lane, Jacksonville. Situated on more than 1.2 acres, the home is surrounded by by the St. Johns River, Mill Cove and a lagoon. Listing price: $1.2 million

Address:4598 Edenfield Lane, Jacksonville 32277 Listing price:$1.2 million Details:2,396 square foot home; stunning views of Goat and Blount islands, Dames Point Bridge; off-river boat ramp on lagoon; dock and boat slip; oversized double garage; extensive updates include new roof, two HVAC systems, irrigation and water treatment systems; 300 feet of seawall; in-line generator; security gate; 15-minutes from EverBank Stadium.

High-rise luxury in downtown Jacksonville

Luxury living with panoramic St. Johns River views are among the highlights of this two story condo penthouse at 400 E. Bay St., Unit 8, in the heart of downtown Jacksonville. Listing price: $1.15 million

Address:400 E. Bay St., PH-8 Listing price:$1.15 million Details:Two-story corner penthouse; three bedrooms, 2.5 baths; 1,250 square feet of balcony space; expansive windows; kitchen with custom cabinets, granite counters, high-end appliances; wet bar with new beverage cooler; primary suite with spa-like bath and huge walk-in closet; resident amenities include fitness center, pool, concierge services, guest suite, tennis courts, sauna, steam room, dog park and secure parking; walkable to top restaurants, cultural venues and riverfront parks.

This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Where should Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter live in Jacksonville?