Metro Development Group Celebrates Grand Opening of Diamond Springs – Duval County’s First Lagoon Community

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 13, 2025--

Metro Development Group officially opened Diamond Springs, Duval County’s first lagoon community, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, October 9. Builders, community leaders, and Metro team members joined the celebration as the first model homes, built by Dream Finders Homes, welcomed visitors for tours. Diamond Springs is located at the intersection of Normandy Boulevard and Bright Lagoon Boulevard.

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Metro Development Group officially opens Diamond Springs, Duval County’s first lagoon community. Photo Courtesy: Marcus Taylor

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Soundbite Supers: Jacksonville City Councilman Rahman K. Johnson, Ph.D. (District 14) and Lisa Gibbings, Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Metro Development Group

“Diamond Springs is Metro’s first signature lagoon community in Jacksonville, and we are thrilled to introduce the inland coastal living that thousands of families across Florida enjoy,” said Lisa Gibbings, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for Metro Development Group.

The community will ultimately feature 2,700 homes from top builders, including DRB Homes, D.R. Horton, Dream Finders Homes, and Lennar. Residents will enjoy resort-style amenities, including Metro’s signature lagoon, which will span more than 3 acres and offer a swim-up bar, kayaking, a floating obstacle course, and a splash pad! There are miles of multi-modal paths and roads lined with solar streetlights, ULTRAFi internet, and more than 80% of homes will back up to Florida’s beautiful natural habitat.

“Seeing families tour potential future homes and envisioning their life in Diamond Springs is incredibly exciting,” Gibbings added. “It’s a milestone moment that marks the beginning of a vibrant, thriving community in Jacksonville.”

Diamond Springs blends urban convenience with rural charm, offering easy access to downtown Jacksonville while maintaining scenic landscapes and a rich cultural heritage. Its lagoon-centered design provides a lifestyle unlike any other in the region, offering a blend of leisure, nature, and modern living in one setting.

Diamond Springs will feature a mix of single-family homes and townhomes from top builders, creating a lagoon-centered community that is truly one-of-a-kind in Duval County. It’s a development where homes shine and the community thrives! Modern amenities and sustainable features enhance everyday life, making it easier for residents to live comfortably and sustainably. Families can stroll along scenic pathways, gather at the lagoon, or enjoy nearby cultural attractions. With Jacksonville’s vibrant city life just a short drive away, residents have the perfect balance of convenience and tranquility. This thoughtfully designed community offers something for everyone, from relaxation and recreation to connection and community.

You can learn more about Diamond Springs here.

About METRO Development Group

Founded in 2003, Tampa-based Metro Development Group has been redefining Florida living and master-planned communities for more than 20 years. As Florida's largest privately held residential developer, Metro focuses on managing all aspects of land development by working with investors, landowners and award-winning builders. Metro has set a gold-standard of inland coastal living through innovative technologies, iconic entryways and world-class amenities, including its signature MetroLagoon. In 2023, two of Metro's Pasco County communities - Mirada and Epperson - were ranked among the 50-top-selling master-planned communities in the country by real estate consulting firms RCLCO and John Burns Real Estate Consulting. For more information, visit MetroDevelopmentGroup.com.

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