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5290 Big Island Drive, Jacksonville

The Uptown — Community Life in Jacksonville, Florida

5290 Big Island Drive, Jacksonville, FL, 32246

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Cobu Community Score
14 The Cobu Community Score is a 0–100 score that reflects how actively residents participate in their apartment community, based on verified activity inside the Cobu platform.
out of 100 Updated Jul 22, 2026
Participation
44%
of Cobu users actively engaged in the community
Groups
6
active resident interest groups

What's It Like to Live at The Uptown?

The Uptown is one of Jacksonville's most active resident communities, with 44% of Cobu users regularly engaging through weekly events, 6 interest groups, chat, and a neighbor marketplace.

Located at 5290 Big Island Drive in Jacksonville, residents connect through interest groups such as Foodie Group, Tasting Club, and Dog Group, plus a vibrant community chat.

The community hosts an average of 1 event per month, here are a few recent examples: Resident Sunset Pool Party.

What Events Does The Uptown Host?

The Uptown hosts 1 community event on average every month. Here's what's coming up and what recently happened.

Resident Sunset Pool Party — Celebrate summer with an evening by the pool! Join your neighbors for a relaxing sunset gathering featuring music, refreshments, and great company. Whether you’re taking a dip, lounging poolside, or meeting new neighbors, it’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend. This event is exclusively for Uptown Jacksonville residents. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you'll get reminders. Upcoming 1 RSVPs

Resident Sunset Pool Party

Friday · · 5:00 PM

Celebrate summer with an evening by the pool! Join your neighbors for a relaxing sunset gathering featuring music, refreshments, and great company. Whether you’re taking a dip, lounging poolside, or meeting new neighbors, it’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend. This event is exclusively for Uptown Jacksonville residents. Please express interest - it helps us plan better! Plus, you'll get reminders.

What Groups and Clubs Are at The Uptown?

Groups are open to all residents. The Uptown residents have formed 6 active interest-based groups. Here are the most popular.

Marketplace — This group is a convenient destination for residents to discover, buy and sell items in your building. Post items or inquire about items in the discussions.

Marketplace

44 members

This group is a convenient destination for residents to discover, buy and sell items in your building. Post items or inquire about items in the discussions.

Foodie Group — Welcome to the foodie group! We're all about food and friends. You can expect us to get together often to share everything from potlucks to take-out, taco trucks to prix-fixe, and cooking up our own culinary delights too. What to bring? This will vary by gathering so check the description for details or ask in the discussion section — and always be sure to bring a healthy appetite! Have an idea for our next foodie adventure? Schedule a gathering and let's eat!

Foodie Group

11 members

Welcome to the foodie group! We're all about food and friends. You can expect us to get together often to share everything from potlucks to take-out, taco trucks to prix-fixe, and cooking up our own culinary delights too. What to bring? This will vary by gathering so check the description for details or ask in the discussion section — and always be sure to bring a healthy appetite! Have an idea for our next foodie adventure? Schedule a gathering and let's eat!

Tasting Club — A hint of nutmeg..." Welcome to the tasting group! In this group, we explore the world through our sense of taste: wine, beer, whiskey, cocktails - you name it! You can expect us to get together often to share our favorite things to taste or go out to a restaurant or bar for a more formal tasting of something special. What to bring? This will vary by gathering, but always be sure to bring your taste buds! Be sure to check the gathering's description for details and whether you should bring your own favorite beverage to share with the group. If in doubt, start a discussion thread. Have an idea for the next tasting adventure? Schedule a gathering!

Tasting Club

7 members

A hint of nutmeg..." Welcome to the tasting group! In this group, we explore the world through our sense of taste: wine, beer, whiskey, cocktails - you name it! You can expect us to get together often to share our favorite things to taste or go out to a restaurant or bar for a more formal tasting of something special. What to bring? This will vary by gathering, but always be sure to bring your taste buds! Be sure to check the gathering's description for details and whether you should bring your own favorite beverage to share with the group. If in doubt, start a discussion thread. Have an idea for the next tasting adventure? Schedule a gathering!

Dog Group — Here, doggy! In this group, we and our canine companions will get together regularly to do fun activities like walks in the neighborhood, trips to the dog park, and puppy play dates. What to bring? This will vary by gathering so always be sure to check the gathering's description for details or ask in the discussion section. When in doubt, don't forget your leash, ball, & some poop bags! Have an idea for our next puppy play date? Schedule a gathering!

Dog Group

5 members

Here, doggy! In this group, we and our canine companions will get together regularly to do fun activities like walks in the neighborhood, trips to the dog park, and puppy play dates. What to bring? This will vary by gathering so always be sure to check the gathering's description for details or ask in the discussion section. When in doubt, don't forget your leash, ball, & some poop bags! Have an idea for our next puppy play date? Schedule a gathering!

🎱 Pool Group — Love a good game of pool? Join fellow neighbors for casual matches, tips, and friendly competition around the billiards table. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, this group is all about having fun and connecting over the game.

🎱 Pool Group

3 members

Love a good game of pool? Join fellow neighbors for casual matches, tips, and friendly competition around the billiards table. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, this group is all about having fun and connecting over the game.

What Are Residents Talking About at The Uptown?

Real conversations from verified residents at The Uptown community.

Community Chat
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Resident
Sep 24, 2025
The University of North Florida is launching a new certificate program: AI for Work and Life. Complete the course by Dec. 31, 2025, and earn a UNF certificate for free. unf.edu/ai/worklife-certificate.html
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Resident Sep 26, 2025
The first module can be found on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ai-workandlifecertificateunf?si=CrVX2V-QGWxNCWEO
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Resident
Aug 15, 2025
Hey! My name is Evan and I am new to Jacksonville entirely. I’ve only tried a few places so far, but so far my favorite is probably Arepa, Please in downtown JAX.
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Resident Sep 18, 2025
I went there not too long ago! It’s so good 😋
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Resident
Aug 6, 2025
Hi! I’m Lauren and I recently moved in last week. I love it so far :) One of my favorite restaurants is Ted’s Montana Grill. They have bison 👀 It’s so good 🤤
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Resident
Aug 6, 2025
My favorite restaurant would be Cheese Cake Factory just because they have so many things to choose from. Now for the best hamburger, that would be Midtown Table.
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Resident
Aug 6, 2025
My husband and I recently moved here from NY and been missing authentic tacos, taqueria El Paso food truck did not disappoint! They open late evening to midnight
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Resident Aug 6, 2025
You guys should also check out King Taco food truck they’re amazing!
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Resident Aug 6, 2025
Definitely will, thank you so much!
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Resident
Aug 6, 2025
I’ve lived at The Uptown for 11 years. My favorite restaurant is Seasons 52. This sounds like an amazing app.
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Resident
Aug 5, 2025
Hello everyone. I've been living at uptown since 2022 I l💕ve it here. The staff is amazing! And no they didn't pay me to say that 😂 anywho my favorite restaurants in the area is a tie for Cheesecake Factory and Maggiano's. At both restaurants I enjoy the chicken alfredo and the bread 😂
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Resident
Aug 5, 2025
I’ve been here at Uptown for 3 weeks. I really enjoy traveling. I dont own any pets, but I do love seeing you guys with your fury besties which make me a little jelly! My favorite local restaurant is Pepper Pot 💕. I look forward to meeting some neighbors soon!
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Resident
Aug 4, 2025
Hey everyone!! I’ve been at the Uptown over a year. It’s a nice place to be. Favorite restaurant is Espana.
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Resident
Aug 1, 2025
Hey yall!! My favorite spot nearby for a sweet treat + matcha — Light on the Sugar 🍰🧁 Always something new and fun there!
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Resident Aug 1, 2025
Sweet tooth and matcha girly - adding this to my must visit list!
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Resident Aug 1, 2025
Yum!
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Resident
Aug 1, 2025
Hey everyone! My favorite restaurant is Modu Ramen. If you love ramen or Bingsu I highly recommend checking it out.
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Resident
Aug 1, 2025
Favorite restaurant for a great meal and a good time!
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