How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Pier Point, Jacksonville Beach
Buying here? See Pier Point homes for sale and the Pier Point community guide (Jacksonville Beach).
In Pier Point, recent sales run a median of about $492,000 ($329/sq ft) — so accurate local pricing and comparable-sales knowledge are what separate a strong Pier Point agent from an average one.
Pier Point recorded 6 closings in the last 12 months at a median of $492,000 — the numbers any agent you interview here should already know. This guide covers what makes a great Pier Point real estate agent, the questions to ask before you hire, the current Pier Point market in detail, and how to connect with a proven local expert. See the Pier Point neighborhood guide for homes and lifestyle.
What makes a great real estate agent in Pier Point
The best Pier Point 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 Pier Point, values have softened about 6% over the past year, so a disciplined pricing strategy is key.
That local nuance is why a Pier Point 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 Pier Point
A great agent works from data, not guesswork. Here’s the current snapshot for Pier Point (from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-08-30):
Market read: Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data). Use these numbers to pressure-test any agent you interview — a true local will know them cold.
Recent sales in Pier Point
Real homes recently closed in Pier Point — the kind of comps a great local agent prices from:
| Address | Details | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| 525 3Rd Street #315 | 2 bd / 2 ba · 1,373 sqft · closed 2026-06-18 | $465,000 |
| 525 3Rd Street #213 | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,647 sqft · closed 2026-03-24 | $450,000 |
| 525 3Rd Street #215 | 2 bd / 2 ba · 1,373 sqft · closed 2026-03-13 | $485,000 |
| 525 3Rd Street #413 | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,647 sqft · closed 2026-01-09 | $500,000 |
| 525 3Rd Street #407 | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,596 sqft · closed 2025-12-29 | $585,000 |
| 525 3Rd Street #303 | 3 bd / 2 ba · 1,647 sqft · closed 2025-11-07 | $525,000 |
Source: Data provided by realMLS. Recent closed sales shown for market context.
Where Pier Point sales actually landed, 2024–2026
Of the 17 recorded Pier Point closings since 2024, half landed between $525,000 and $640,000 (the middle two quartiles); the lowest recorded sale was $450,000 and the highest $710,000. 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 | 2 (12%) | |
| $475,000 – $533,333 | 3 (18%) | |
| $533,333 – $591,667 | 3 (18%) | |
| $591,667 – $650,000 | 6 (35%) | |
| None and up | 3 (18%) |
What homes of your size have sold for in Pier Point
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 ($394 vs $319) — 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 1,373–1,596 sq ft | $394 | $541,001 | $465,000 – $644,000 | 5 |
| Mid-size homes 1,596–1,647 sq ft | $377 | $604,750 | $450,000 – $710,000 | 5 |
| Larger homes 1,647–2,211 sq ft | $319 | $605,000 | $500,000 – $685,000 | 7 |
How Pier Point 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pier Point | $492,000 | $329 | – | 50 |
| Acquilus | $1.07M | $662 | – | 53 |
| Oceanside 932 | $1.18M | $470.06 | 50.5 d | – |
| Atlantic Park | $660,000 | $375.72 | 310 d | – |
| Jacksonville Beach | $595,000 | $431 | 138 d | 62 |
| The Watermark | $1.29M | $585 | – | 50 |
Momentum Score is Momentum Realty’s proprietary 0-100 community market rating. Figures from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-08-30.
The Pier Point 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 2007 and 2007 (median 2007); 6 of 6 listed or recently sold homes report an HOA, median $793/mo; none of the 6 geocoded listed or recently sold homes sits in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 9 ft); the features listings here most often name are Fitness Center, Secured Lobby, Elevator(s), Key Card Entry, Barbecue and Spa/Hot Tub. See the current Pier Point 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. Pier Point itself has appreciated about 50% 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 Pier Point
On a median-priced Pier Point home ($492,000), property taxes at Duval County’s typical millage of 17.865 run roughly $7,896 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 Pier Point’s $492,000 median and Duval County’s adopted 17.86 mills (FY2025-26), a home assessed at that price carries roughly $8,790 a year in property tax before exemptions, or about $8,050 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 Pier Point, 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 Pier Point 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.
If you’re buying in Pier Point
Come pre-approved, not pre-qualified, and be ready to move within days of a new listing. In a market like Pier Point’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 Pier Point buyers won.
If you’re selling in Pier Point
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 Pier Point agent
- How many homes have you sold in or near Pier Point in the last year — the community recorded 6?
- How would you price my home against the $329 per square foot Pier Point closings have averaged — and the size-band table above?
- What’s your marketing plan, and where will my home actually show up?
- How do you handle negotiations, inspections, and appraisal gaps?
- How and how often will you communicate with me?
- Can you share recent client references?
Why community expertise matters in Pier Point
Inside Pier Point itself, recorded closings have run from $394 per square foot on the smaller homes to $319 on the larger ones — a gap of 24% 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 Pier Point
If you’re selling in Pier Point, 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 Pier Point Realtors do both well; ask any agent you interview which side they’re strongest on and how they’d handle yours.
Momentum’s record in Pier Point
In Jacksonville Beach, Momentum Realty listed and closed 10 homes in the last 12 months at a median sale price of $532,000 (most recent closing August 2026). Source: Momentum Realty list-side closings in the MLS record, trailing 12 months; the brokerage’s own figures, not a market-share claim.
Momentum agents who work Jacksonville Beach
- Jayna BelardoABR, MRP, AHWD · 8 years · Jacksonville Beach, FLGeneralist
- Luke MorrisePRO · 20 years · Jacksonville Beach, FLLuxury
- Sean Fleming12 years · Jacksonville Beach, FLLuxury
- Alex Norkus12 years · Jacksonville Beach, FLLuxury
- Alexander Storc3 years · Jacksonville Beach, FLLuxury
- Amanda JonesJacksonville Beach, FL
- Kelly RotondoJacksonville Beach, FL
- Shane ConnellyJacksonville Beach, FL
Service areas are self-reported by each agent; see the agent’s page for current listings and recent closings. All Momentum agents.
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 Pier Point resources
- Homes for sale & Pier Point neighborhood guide
- Duval County real estate market
- Sell your Pier Point home with a local expert
- Duval County homestead exemption
Common questions
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Market figures are aggregates from Momentum Realty’s MLS data for Pier Point, 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.