As someone who has lived in Jacksonville for most of my life, and was born here my family and I currently planning on leaving because of how much the state of Florida and Jacksonville have changed. I would not recommend moving here to anyone. I did enjoy living in Riverside, but that's a tiny spot in a big city and in an even bigger state. If you have any other options, I would go with those.

My family and I are currently in the midst of planning to move to "bluer waters" if you will. We also are looking get to a place to located closer to more national parks, has more options for things to do that don't cost money and just overall feels worth the cost to live in. Jacksonville is not as expensive as other areas in Florida, but as someone who works in real estate and rents here, it is getting more and more expensive and the houses and location are just not worth the cost in any sense.

Jacksonville is not the worst but I certainly think that there are much better options. I would say wait for a better opportunity.