Land Surveying in Jacksonville, Florida
Professional land surveying services for Jacksonville property owners and businesses. Fast turnaround, accurate results, competitive pricing. Serving Jacksonville and surrounding areas with licensed Professional Surveyors.
What surveying services are available in Jacksonville, Florida?
Apex Surveying & Mapping provides 10 professional surveying services in Jacksonville — boundary surveys, ALTA/NSPS land title surveys, elevation certificates, topographic surveys and drone mapping — all performed by licensed Florida PSM surveyors. Duval County has 1,055,159 residents and $303,500 median home values. Surveys here are quoted per property rather than from a rate card: published Florida government contracts for 2024–2026 put a two-person survey crew at $130–$281 per hour and a licensed surveyor at $136–$383 per hour (source: negotiated rates in Florida city, county, special-district and FDOT contracts, 2024–2026). General ranges for Jacksonville, not quotes — older platted neighbourhoods often need corners re-established rather than simply recovered, which changes the figure, as do parcel count, scope, access, vegetation and travel.
Local Overview
Why Do Surveys Matter in Jacksonville?
Understanding the local landscape to deliver surveys that meet your specific needs.
Jacksonville is a growing market in North Florida. With a population of 1,038,787, the area continues to see significant development and real estate activity.
Property owners in Jacksonville rely on professional surveys for real estate transactions, construction projects, and boundary verification. Flood risk varies by specific property location.
Apex Surveying & Mapping serves Jacksonville with comprehensive surveying services, from boundary surveys for homeowners to ALTA/NSPS surveys for commercial transactions. Our licensed Professional Surveyor and Mapper (PSM) delivers accurate, defensible surveys that meet Florida Board requirements.
Key Surveying Considerations in Jacksonville:
- St. Johns River dual flood threat: Jacksonville faces both coastal storm surge from the Atlantic and riverine flooding from the St. Johns River (310 miles long, dropping less than 30 feet total). During storms, ocean surge pushes upriver while rain swells it from the south, creating dual flooding that affected approximately 90,000 properties during Hurricane Irma.
- Low-lying riverfront and coastal zones: While Jacksonville's average elevation is about 16 feet, downtown and riverfront areas drop to just a few feet above sea level. Precise topographic surveys are critical for development near the St. Johns River and Atlantic coast to ensure adequate drainage and compliance with flood elevation requirements.
- Consolidated city-county size: Jacksonville is the largest city by area in the contiguous U.S. (874 sq mi). Survey projects span dramatically different terrain — from oceanfront beaches to interior forests — within a single municipal jurisdiction.
Downtown redevelopment including the former JEA headquarters conversion to mixed-use (180 residential units). Riverside and San Marco historic renovations. St. Johns Town Center commercial expansion.
Jacksonville at a Glance
- Population
- 1,038,787
- Region
- North Florida
- Market Status
- Growing Market
- Flood Risk Level
- Variable (15-30% SFHA)
- Avg Elevation
- ~16 ft
Our Services
Land Surveying Services in Jacksonville
We offer comprehensive surveying services for residential, commercial, and construction projects throughout Jacksonville.
Boundary
Professional property boundary determination using advanced GPS and total station technology.
ALTA
Comprehensive ALTA/NSPS 2026 standard surveys for commercial real estate transactions.
Elevation
FEMA-compliant elevation certificates for flood insurance and permitting.
Drone
High-resolution aerial mapping using LiDAR-equipped drones for rapid data capture.
3D Scanning
Millimeter-accurate 3D scanning using terrestrial and SLAM scanners.
Topographic
Detailed elevation and terrain mapping using LiDAR and GPS technology.
As-Built
Accurate documentation of constructed conditions for project closeout.
Staking
Precise layout and staking services for construction projects of all sizes.
Why It Matters
Why Jacksonville Property Owners Need Professional Surveys
Key reasons professional land surveys are essential in your area.
Property Line Certainty
Whether you're buying, selling, or building in Jacksonville, a certified boundary survey provides legal documentation of your property lines and prevents costly neighbor disputes.
Real Estate Transactions
Jacksonville's active real estate market requires accurate surveys for closings. Lenders and title companies demand current documentation to protect your investment.
Commercial Development Requirements
Jacksonville's commercial properties require ALTA/NSPS surveys for transactions, refinancing, and development. Our surveys meet the strictest lender requirements.
Surveying Services Across Jacksonville Neighborhoods
We serve all Jacksonville neighborhoods with local expertise and fast turnaround.
San Marco
Historic neighborhood south of the St. Johns River with character homes and active renovation requiring as-built surveys and boundary verification in older plats.
Riverside / Avondale
West bank neighborhoods with a mix of historic and new construction. Older housing stock requires updated surveys for renovation permits.
Southbank
Downtown-adjacent commercial zone with high-rise development accounting for river proximity and storm surge projections.
St. Johns Town Center
Inland retail and commercial hub at higher elevation than riverfront areas, supporting expansive commercial development with lower flood risk.
Jacksonville Building Department: +1 904 255 8500 | 214 N. Hogan St, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Nearby Areas
Areas We Serve Near Jacksonville
Apex Surveying & Mapping also serves property owners in these nearby areas:
We serve the entire North Florida region.
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