Eagle Nest Preserve in Fleming Island

Eagle Nest Preserve
Homes for Sale in Fleming Island, FL

Community in Fleming Island · Clay County · ZIP 32003
135 homesBuilt 2016–2018
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Live · Eagle Nest Preserve Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
18.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
0%
Under contract
Clay: 25% (459 of 1,863)
3 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
2
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 8 a year
Ownership and context
78%
Owner-occupied · Eagle Nest Preserve
106 of 135 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
22%
Non-owner-occupied · Eagle Nest Preserve
incl. 0% trust or LLC-held · 0% out-of-state
135
Homes in the community
135 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 10 years of records
5
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $637K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
2016–2018
Years homes were built
median 2017 · county roll (FL DOR 2025)
1.5%/yr
Turnover rate
about 2 of 135 homes trade a year

Homes For Sale Right Now in Eagle Nest Preserve

Live MLS inventory for Eagle Nest Preserve. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Eagle Nest Preserve listings as of 2026-10-21, priced high to low. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Tap any home to ask about it.

Jon Brooks, Co-Founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Read · written July 18, 2026

Eagle Nest Preserve is a tightly built pocket of 135 homes in Fleming Island, all put up between 2016 and 2018 with a median build of 2017. That narrow construction window matters: you are shopping a consistent generation of homes, so price here is driven less by age and more by condition, updates, and lot within the community. The median living area sits near 2,843 square feet, which tells you this is a move-up product, not a starter tract.

As of July 2026 there are zero active listings and only a thin closings window to read from. That is a supply-starved posture — sellers hold leverage when nothing is on the market, and buyers should expect to move quickly and decisively when a home does list. With roughly 79% of homes homesteaded, turnover is low and inventory tends to stay scarce, so patience and pre-approval are your two best tools.

Figures in this note are as of July 18, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.

Eagle Nest Preserve Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of October 23, 2026

Eagle Nest Preserve right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 18.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of realMLS records, as of October 23, 2026. Confidence: Low (3 active and pending listings, 2 closed sales in 12 months).

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· Updated October 23, 2026 · Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

This is a newer, amenity-heavy Fleming Island community where nearly every home dates to a three-year build span, giving it a uniform feel and a high owner-occupancy rate that keeps listings rare.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Move-up buyers wanting roughly 2,800 square feet of newer construction and willing to be patient for inventory
  • Recreation-minded buyers who value pool, courts, jogging path, and reported boat launch and golf access
  • Long-hold owners comfortable in a high owner-occupancy, low-turnover setting

Probably not for

  • Buyers on a tight timeline who cannot wait for a home to list
  • Bargain hunters expecting a starter-sized or fixer floor plan below this community's square footage
  • Investors seeking quick flip inventory in a market with no active listings and low turnover

The market around Eagle Nest Preserve

Eagle Nest Preserve is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32003, 172 homes are on the market and 33% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of Fleming Island.

Across Clay County, 1,404 homes are active and 459 pending (25% under contract).

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Eagle Nest Preserve specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in Eagle Nest Preserve, Fleming Island

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 4 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-10-22)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Listing locations from realMLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Community amenities as reported across realMLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.

Schools

In short
  • Clay County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Fleming Island High School (Clay County School District)FLDOE grade A · High
  • Green Cove Springs Junior High School or your address-zoned middle school (verify by address) · Middle
  • Fleming Island Elementary School or your address-zoned elementary school (verify by address) · Elementary

Grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades for 2025-26. Assignments are reported as of the 2025-26 year and can change; always confirm with Clay County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Eagle Nest Preserve address.

If we were buying in Eagle Nest Preserve today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Eagle Nest Preserve.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a newer, amenity-loaded home in Fleming Island and can move fast.
Biggest Risk
Zero active listings means you may wait for the right home to surface.
Sweet Spot
A well-kept 2017-era home near 2,800 square feet at the community's median.
Avoid If
You need to buy immediately or want a small, low-square-footage floor plan.

A full amenity deck on the water side of Clay County

The amenity list reported across listings is unusually deep for a community this size: clubhouse, pool and a children's pool, tennis, pickleball, basketball, a playground, park, and a jogging path. On top of that, the listings report a boat dock and boat launch and golf course access — the kind of water and recreation package that anchors long-term demand and helps explain why owners tend to stay put.

Verify current access and fees directly with the HOA before you write an offer; amenities are pulled from MLS listings and can change. If a boat launch or golf access is central to your decision, confirm it is active and included, not aspirational.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Eagle Nest Preserve. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

With no active inventory and a low-turnover ownership base, the winning move is being first to know when a home comes up. We track this community at the parcel level, keep buyers pre-positioned, and price sellers against a consistent 2016–2018 build set rather than guesswork — so both sides act on real comps, not noise.

Eagle Nest Preserve in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a newer, amenity-loaded home in Fleming Island and can move fast.
Biggest advantageA consistent build generation with a deep recreation and water package.
Biggest riskZero active listings means you may wait for the right home to surface.
Sweet spotA well-kept 2017-era home near 2,800 square feet at the community's median.
Avoid ifYou need to buy immediately or want a small, low-square-footage floor plan.
The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Eagle Nest Preserve sales matched to your home.

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Recent Developments in Eagle Nest Preserve

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Eagle Nest Preserve, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.

  1. September 2026
    Infrastructure

    County Road 220 widening and Little Black Creek bridge replacement open to traffic in Clay County

    The project finished ahead of schedule, with a new four-lane bridge over Little Black Creek replacing a 1947 structure. Phase 1 began in December 2024 with intersection improvements at Rideout Ferry Road, and Phase 2 began in January 2025. Officials say it should ease traffic along the corridor.

    What it may mean for the marketA four-lane CR 220 corridor improves commute capacity for Fleming Island and Middleburg area drivers. The site is about 6 miles northwest of Eagle Nest Preserve.

    Source: News4JAX
  2. June 2026
    Builder Activity

    Hyland Trail to bring over 3,000 homes to Lake Asbury in Clay County

    News4Jax reported that Hyland Trail, along with the related Edenbrooke and The Glens communities, will bring more than 3,000 new homes to the Lake Asbury area of Clay County. Homes are being built by Dream Finders, Pulte and Lennar, with a Lodge amenity center featuring a beach-entry pool, splash zone, exercise facility and pickleball courts. Edenbrooke includes an age-restricted, low-maintenance home section.

    What it may mean for the marketAdds a large volume of new single-family housing supply and a private amenity center to the Lake Asbury area, expanding for-sale inventory across a range of home sizes and price points. The project is about 6 miles west of Eagle Nest Preserve, elsewhere in Clay County.

    Source: News4Jax
  3. June 2026
    Infrastructure

    First Coast Expressway advances as an economic-development corridor across Clay and St. Johns

    The First Coast Expressway (State Road 23), a tolled beltway looping around the west and south of the Jacksonville metro, continued to open land for development along its corridor, with the final St. Johns County phase from Interstate 95 to east of County Road 2209 in progress. FDOT held a St. Johns County open house on the final phase in January 2026.

    What it may mean for the marketNew limited-access highway capacity shortens commutes and opens adjacent land, changes that have historically shaped where new communities and demand concentrate. The site is about 2 miles southwest of Eagle Nest Preserve.

    Source: Jax Daily Record

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Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eagle Nest Preserve a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of October 23, 2026, Eagle Nest Preserve leans toward buyers: 18.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (realMLS live counts).
How many homes are in Eagle Nest Preserve?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 135 homes in Eagle Nest Preserve (public records).
What share of Eagle Nest Preserve is owner-occupied?
78% of Eagle Nest Preserve parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Eagle Nest Preserve built?
Homes in Eagle Nest Preserve were built between 2016 and 2018, with a median year built of 2017 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
What schools serve Eagle Nest Preserve?
Eagle Nest Preserve is served by Clay County Public Schools, typically Fleming Island High School (Clay County School District), Green Cove Springs Junior High School or your address-zoned middle school (verify by address) and Fleming Island Elementary School or your address-zoned elementary school (verify by address). Confirm the exact zoning by address with the district.
Who is the best real estate agent for Eagle Nest Preserve?
The best agent for Eagle Nest Preserve is one who actively works Fleming Island and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Eagle Nest Preserve.
How do I find a top Fleming Island real estate agent who knows Eagle Nest Preserve?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Eagle Nest Preserve and the wider Fleming Island area.
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Move-up buyers wanting roughly 2,800 square feet of newer construction and willing to be patient for inventoryExcellent fit
Recreation-minded buyers who value pool, courts, jogging path, and reported boat launch and golf accessExcellent fit
Long-hold owners comfortable in a high owner-occupancy, low-turnover settingExcellent fit
Buyers on a tight timeline who cannot wait for a home to listProbably not
Bargain hunters expecting a starter-sized or fixer floor plan below this community's square footageProbably not
Investors seeking quick flip inventory in a market with no active listings and low turnoverProbably not

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Data sources & freshness

Live listingsrealMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 21, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 32003))
Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-10-20
Schools2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2016 (97 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of realMLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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