How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Hampton Glen, Jacksonville
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In Hampton Glen, recent sales run a median of about $662,000 ($231/sq ft), typically closing in about 2 days — so accurate local pricing and comparable-sales knowledge are what separate a strong Hampton Glen agent from an average one.
Hampton Glen recorded 15 closings in the last 12 months at a median of $662,000, averaging 2 days on market — the numbers any agent you interview here should already know. This guide covers what makes a great Hampton Glen real estate agent, the questions to ask before you hire, the current Hampton Glen market in detail, and how to connect with a proven local expert. See the Hampton Glen neighborhood guide for homes and lifestyle.
What makes a great real estate agent in Hampton Glen
The best Hampton Glen agents share four things: local sales experience (they’ve actually closed deals here), pricing accuracy built on real comps, marketing that reaches the right buyers, and negotiation that protects your money. In Hampton Glen, homes move fast (a median of 2 days on market), so pricing sharply and acting decisively matters, and values have softened about 3% over the past year, so a disciplined pricing strategy is key.
That local nuance is why a Hampton Glen specialist beats a generalist: they know the streets, the HOAs, the school zones, and what buyers here will and won’t pay for.
Recent market activity in Hampton Glen
A great agent works from data, not guesswork. Here’s the current snapshot for Hampton Glen (from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-08-30):
Market read: Seller's Market (limited data). Use these numbers to pressure-test any agent you interview — a true local will know them cold.
Recent sales in Hampton Glen
Real homes recently closed in Hampton Glen — the kind of comps a great local agent prices from:
| Address | Details | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| 8688 Rolling Brook Lane | 5 bd / 4 ba · 3,293 sqft · closed 2026-08-21 | $715,000 |
| 8551 Heather Run Drive | 4 bd / 2.5 ba · 3,066 sqft · closed 2026-07-30 | $730,000 |
| 8614 Hunters Creek Drive | 4 bd / 2.5 ba · 3,077 sqft · closed 2026-06-26 | $725,000 |
| 10385 Walden Glen Court | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,828 sqft · closed 2026-06-22 | $480,000 |
| 8750 Rolling Brook Lane | 5 bd / 4 ba · 3,472 sqft · closed 2026-05-22 | $699,000 |
| 8713 Autumn Green Drive | 3 bd / 2 ba · 2,108 sqft · closed 2026-04-30 | $475,000 |
Source: Data provided by realMLS. Recent closed sales shown for market context.
Where Hampton Glen sales actually landed, 2024–2026
Of the 41 recorded Hampton Glen closings since 2024, half landed between $525,000 and $699,000 (the middle two quartiles); the lowest recorded sale was $369,000 and the highest $859,900. If your home sits outside the middle band, the reason usually shows up in the size table below before it shows up in condition.
| Sold price band | Share of closings | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Under $475,000 | 4 (10%) | |
| $475,000 – $566,667 | 15 (37%) | |
| $566,667 – $658,333 | 8 (20%) | |
| $658,333 – $750,000 | 11 (27%) | |
| None and up | 3 (7%) |
What homes of your size have sold for in Hampton Glen
The same recorded closings, split into thirds by living area. Find the row your home falls in: the $/sqft figure times your square footage is the recorded-sales bracket for homes like yours here — a starting range from real closings, not a valuation of your specific property. Smaller homes here have been selling at a higher price per square foot than larger ones ($241 vs $210) — the usual pattern, since lot, kitchen and baths do not scale with floor area.
| Size group | Median $/sqft | Median sold | Sold range | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smaller homes 1,576–2,258 sq ft | $241 | $499,900 | $369,000 – $565,000 | 13 |
| Mid-size homes 2,307–3,004 sq ft | $230 | $625,000 | $518,000 – $707,000 | 13 |
| Larger homes 3,031–4,377 sq ft | $210 | $707,521 | $513,000 – $859,900 | 15 |
How Hampton Glen compares to its neighbors
Pricing a home means knowing the alternatives buyers are weighing. The five nearest tracked communities, side by side:
| Community | Median | $/sq ft | DOM | Momentum Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Glen | $662,000 | $231 | 2 d | 71 |
| Lakecrest | $185,000 | $167 | 172 d | 40 |
| Wilshire | $121,000 | $94 | 128 d | 35 |
| Belle Rive Villas | $145,000 | $122 | 439 d | 50 |
| Villas of Timberlin Parc | $155,000 | $178 | 136 d | 59 |
| Baymeadows | $132,000 | $99 | 58 d | 57 |
Momentum Score is Momentum Realty’s proprietary 0-100 community market rating. Figures from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-08-30.
The Hampton Glen housing stock, from the live feed
From the live MLS feed as of 2026-09-03: The homes listed or recently sold were built between 1987 and 1994 (median 1992); 13 of 15 listed or recently sold homes report an HOA, median $132/mo; 2 state no HOA; 4 of 15 geocoded listed or recently sold homes sit inside a FEMA special flood hazard zone (A/V), which buyers’ lenders will price into insurance; median elevation 34 ft; the features listings here most often name are Clubhouse, Tennis Court(s), Basketball Court, Playground, Pickleball and Fitness Center. See the current Hampton Glen listings →
Which way this market is moving
Active inventory across Duval County has fallen over the past year (-16%). About 28% of county listings currently carry a price cut, which tells you how much negotiating room the average seller has already conceded. Hampton Glen itself has appreciated about 87% over the period Momentum’s MLS data tracks — a community-level trend, not the county average. A strong local agent will reconcile these numbers with what is happening on your exact street before recommending a price.
What it costs to own in Hampton Glen
On a median-priced Hampton Glen home ($662,000), property taxes at Duval County’s typical millage of 17.865 run roughly $10,933 a year with the homestead exemption applied — before any CDD or special-district charges, which vary by community.
The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Duval County is about $1,315 a year (April 2026 filings); private-market quotes differ, and a good agent will tell you which carriers are actually writing here.
Run the real numbers before you commit: what selling nets you, whether your Save Our Homes benefit moves with you, and rent vs buy in Duval County.
At Hampton Glen’s $662,000 median and Duval County’s adopted 17.86 mills (FY2025-26), a home assessed at that price carries roughly $11,830 a year in property tax before exemptions, or about $11,090 with the full Florida homestead exemption — a buyer’s first-year figure; a long-time owner’s Save Our Homes cap can be far lower, which is one reason resale taxes jump at closing. Municipal and special-district millage varies inside the county; see the Duval County tax page.
Rents and the investor math
Typical asking rent across Duval County sits near $1,627 a month (Zillow’s rent index). Rents are moving about 1.6% year over year. County-level yield math pencils to roughly a 6.59% cap rate on typical numbers, before expenses. Home prices run about 4.33x the county’s median household income, the affordability backdrop every buyer here negotiates inside. If you are weighing an investment purchase in Hampton Glen, ask your agent for community-level rent comps rather than county averages — the spread between communities is wide.
Who is moving to Duval County, and what they earn
The county gained a net 912 people in the latest IRS county-migration year. Households moving IN average $67,296 in income versus $68,273 for those moving out — movers arriving here earn less than those leaving, which shapes what sellers can ask and what buyers compete against. The biggest out-of-state feeder markets are GA, CA, VA. Median household income in Duval County has grown about 28% since 2018 ($68,447 now). Population is up about 9% over the same stretch. An agent who knows these flows can tell you which way demand in Hampton Glen is actually pointing, not just where prices have been.
Sources: IRS SOI county-to-county migration; U.S. Census income and population estimates. County-level data for context; community demand varies within the county.
School context you can verify: the Duval County school district earned a district grade of A from the Florida Department of Education (2025-26) and has held an A since 2025. Attendance zones vary by address, so confirm the zoned schools for any specific home with the district.
Roads, retail, schools and new construction change what homes in How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Hampton Glen, Jacksonville are worth. Ask any agent you interview about the projects below — how they answer tells you whether they actually work this area. Last updated August 2026.
News4Jax reported that the Culinary Institute of America chose downtown Jacksonville for its Southeast hub, to be located at 330 E. Bay Street on the Northbank riverfront. The campus would anchor a $160.5 million hotel and convention center development. The city previously approved up to $35 million in incentives, and the Downtown Investment Authority is finalizing agreements on design and property details.
Why it matters Anchors a major downtown riverfront redevelopment that pairs an educational campus with hotel and convention space, adding institutional and commercial investment to the urban core alongside Riverfront Plaza and Pearl Square. The project is about 11 miles northwest of Hampton Glen, elsewhere in Duval County.
Source: News4Jax ›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.
Why it matters New 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 17 miles southwest of Hampton Glen.
Source: Jax Daily Record ›A grocery-anchored retail center was proposed at Durbin Park, the large mixed-use development near Interstate 95 and County Road 210 in northern St. Johns County, adding to the district's existing stores, restaurants, and Walmart-anchored core.
Why it matters Added grocery and retail at Durbin Park deepens everyday conveniences in northern St. Johns County, an amenity factor that can support demand for surrounding communities. The site is about 8 miles south of Hampton Glen.
Source: Jax Daily Record ›Southeast Toyota Distributors dedicated a new vehicle processing facility at JAXPORT's Blount Island Marine Terminal in April 2026. The company put the investment at $170 million and said the facility created more than 400 full-time jobs, most of them hired locally.
Why it matters A large new employment center on Blount Island adds sustained local job demand, a factor that has historically supported nearby housing absorption. The project is about 13 miles north of Hampton Glen, elsewhere in Duval County.
Source: JAXPORT ›At its February 2026 State of the Ports address, JAXPORT outlined a $250 million modernization of Blount Island's container and vehicle-handling capabilities and reported record fiscal-2025 cargo volumes. The port also said an air-draft expansion to accommodate larger ships is on track to finish by the end of 2026.
Why it matters Continued heavy investment in the Blount Island port complex anchors long-term industrial employment on the northeast side, a structural demand driver for the surrounding area. The project is about 13 miles north of Hampton Glen, elsewhere in Duval County.
Source: News4Jax ›The Walmart anchoring Durbin Park filed plans to expand in early 2026, reinforcing the retail core of the Interstate 95 and County Road 210 district in northern St. Johns County.
Why it matters Investment in Durbin Park's retail anchor signals continued commercial strength in northern St. Johns County, which can reinforce the appeal of nearby residential areas. The site is about 8 miles south of Hampton Glen.
Source: Jax Daily Record ›Full How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Hampton Glen, Jacksonville news timeline & guide ›
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown; details and timelines can change. General observation, not investment advice.
1 for sale · 2 pending — the inventory any agent you interview should already know street by street.
See every 2 listing, with full data ›
Source: Data provided by realMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listings shown as of 2026-09-07; prices and availability change.
If you’re buying in Hampton Glen
Come pre-approved, not pre-qualified, and be ready to move within days of a new listing. In a market like Hampton Glen’s, your agent’s job is speed and terms: escalation strategy, appraisal-gap planning, and knowing which contingencies you can safely keep. Ask any agent you interview how their last three Hampton Glen buyers won.
If you’re selling in Hampton Glen
You have leverage, but overpricing still kills momentum — homes that sit past the median days on market start fielding lowball offers. Price at the data, prep properly, and make buyers compete in week one. Your listing agent’s first-week marketing plan matters more than their commission number.
Questions to ask before you hire a Hampton Glen agent
- How many homes have you sold in or near Hampton Glen in the last year — the community recorded 15?
- How would you price my home against the $231 per square foot Hampton Glen closings have averaged — and the size-band table above?
- Homes here have been taking about 2 days to go under contract — what is your plan for the first two weeks?
- With about 0.8 months of supply in Hampton Glen, is this a market where you would advise me to negotiate or hold firm?
- How and how often will you communicate with me?
- Can you share recent client references?
Why community expertise matters in Hampton Glen
Inside Hampton Glen itself, recorded closings have run from $241 per square foot on the smaller homes to $210 on the larger ones — a gap of 15% that a community average hides. An agent who prices from the size table above, not the headline median, is the difference between a home that lingers and one that sells for more, faster.
Top listing agents vs. buyer’s agents in Hampton Glen
If you’re selling in Hampton Glen, a top listing agent’s pricing, staging, and marketing are what win top dollar — the same skills behind a strong home sale. If you’re buying, a sharp buyer’s agent protects you in negotiation and inspections. The best Hampton Glen Realtors do both well; ask any agent you interview which side they’re strongest on and how they’d handle yours.
Meet your local expert
Brittany co-founded Momentum Realty, a RealTrends 500 brokerage (ranked #440 in the U.S.) with 320+ agents and $3.5B+ in closed sales across Florida. Tell her what you’re looking for and she’ll connect you with the right local Momentum specialist — and make sure you’re taken care of from first call to closing.
“I have now worked with Brittany and the Brooks Group / Momentum Realty to both buy and sell a property over the past 3 years. I had an outstanding experience.” — A. Lloyd, Zillow
Related Hampton Glen resources
- Homes for sale & Hampton Glen neighborhood guide
- Duval County real estate market
- Sell your Hampton Glen home with a local expert
- Duval County homestead exemption
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Market figures are aggregates from Momentum Realty’s MLS data for Hampton Glen, as of 2026-08-30, and will change over time. This is general guidance on how to choose an agent, not a ranking or endorsement of any individual. Equal Housing Opportunity.