Callahan sits at the crossroads of several major highways in northeastern Florida, earning its motto "Cross Roads to the Future." This small Nassau County town of about 1,500 residents holds historical significance as the site of the 1778 Battle of Alligator Bridge, the only major engagement during an unsuccessful campaign to conquer British East Florida during the American Revolutionary War. Located 20 miles northwest of Jacksonville, Callahan offers a more relaxed pace of life while remaining part of the greater Jacksonville metropolitan area.

Renters appreciate Callahan for its notably lower rental costs compared to nearby Jacksonville. One-bedroom apartments average around $821 monthly, significantly below Florida's state average of $1,674. The town features a mix of rental options including small apartment communities and single-family homes. The historic downtown district along US-1 provides essential services, while neighborhoods like Spring Lake Estates and River Oaks offer more spacious properties with rural charm.

Commuters benefit from Callahan's strategic location at the intersection of US Routes 1, 23, and 301, making travel to Jacksonville convenient for work. The town is served by West Nassau High School, Callahan Middle School, and Callahan Elementary School, plus Sonshine Christian Academy. While maintaining a small-town atmosphere, Callahan gives residents access to Northeast Florida's employment opportunities while enjoying more affordable housing costs and a quieter lifestyle just outside the urban environment.