How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Villages of Fireside, Middleburg
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In Villages of Fireside, recent sales run a median of about $419,000 ($180/sq ft), typically closing in about 90 days — so accurate local pricing and comparable-sales knowledge are what separate a strong Villages of Fireside agent from an average one.
Villages of Fireside recorded 13 closings in the last 12 months at a median of $419,000, averaging 90 days on market — the numbers any agent you interview here should already know. This guide covers what makes a great Villages of Fireside real estate agent, the questions to ask before you hire, the current Villages of Fireside market in detail, and how to connect with a proven local expert. See the Villages of Fireside neighborhood guide for homes and lifestyle.
What makes a great real estate agent in Villages of Fireside
The best Villages of Fireside 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 Villages of Fireside, homes can take time to sell (a median of 90 days on market), so marketing reach and negotiation make the difference, and values are up about 2% over the past year.
That local nuance is why a Villages of Fireside 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 Villages of Fireside
A great agent works from data, not guesswork. Here’s the current snapshot for Villages of Fireside (from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-08-30):
Market read: Balanced Market (limited data). Use these numbers to pressure-test any agent you interview — a true local will know them cold.
Recent sales in Villages of Fireside
Real homes recently closed in Villages of Fireside — the kind of comps a great local agent prices from:
| Address | Details | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| 3165 N Star Court | 3 bd / 2.5 ba · 2,777 sqft · closed 2026-08-07 | $477,000 |
| 2448 Moon Harbor Way | 4 bd / 2 ba · 2,250 sqft · closed 2026-07-30 | $428,000 |
| 2527 Moon Harbor Way | 4 bd / 3 ba · 2,403 sqft · closed 2026-06-30 | $386,000 |
| 3343 Chimney Drive | 4 bd / 2 ba · 2,300 sqft · closed 2026-06-29 | $425,000 |
| 2415 Moon Harbor Way | 4 bd / 2 ba · 2,303 sqft · closed 2026-05-29 | $450,000 |
| 3115 Fieldcrest Drive | 4 bd / 3.5 ba · 2,821 sqft · closed 2026-05-11 | $505,000 |
Source: Data provided by realMLS. Recent closed sales shown for market context.
Where Villages of Fireside sales actually landed, 2024–2026
Of the 34 recorded Villages of Fireside closings since 2024, half landed between $372,250 and $446,875 (the middle two quartiles); the lowest recorded sale was $300,000 and the highest $505,000. 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 $350,000 | 5 (15%) | |
| $350,000 – $391,667 | 10 (29%) | |
| $391,667 – $433,333 | 8 (24%) | |
| $433,333 – $475,000 | 6 (18%) | |
| None and up | 5 (15%) |
What homes of your size have sold for in Villages of Fireside
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 ($189 vs $165) — 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 1,799–2,059 sq ft | $189 | $370,000 | $300,000 – $479,900 | 11 |
| Mid-size homes 2,107–2,300 sq ft | $190 | $425,000 | $360,000 – $465,000 | 11 |
| Larger homes 2,303–3,037 sq ft | $165 | $431,250 | $300,000 – $505,000 | 12 |
How Villages of Fireside 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villages of Fireside | $419,000 | $180 | 90 d | 59 |
| Angora Bay | $326,000 | $165.47 | 178.5 d | – |
| Hidden Waters | $225,000 | $146.1 | 45 d | – |
| Eagle Glen | $315,000 | $171.76 | 42 d | – |
| The Glades | $385,000 | $187.62 | 22 d | – |
| Bradley Creek | $350,000 | $204 | 64 d | 51 |
Momentum Score is Momentum Realty’s proprietary 0-100 community market rating. Figures from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-08-30.
The Villages of Fireside 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 1992 and 2001 (median 1998); 15 of 15 listed or recently sold homes report an HOA, median $61/mo; none of the 15 geocoded listed or recently sold homes sits in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 14 ft); the features listings here most often name are Gated, Fishing, Boat Dock and Curbs. See the current Villages of Fireside listings →
Which way this market is moving
Active inventory across Clay County has fallen over the past year (-6%). About 30% of county listings currently carry a price cut, which tells you how much negotiating room the average seller has already conceded. Villages of Fireside itself has appreciated about 128% 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 Villages of Fireside
On a median-priced Villages of Fireside home ($419,000), property taxes at Clay County’s typical millage of 15.053 run roughly $5,555 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 Clay County is about $1,189 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 Clay County.
At Villages of Fireside’s $419,000 median and Clay County’s adopted 15.05 mills (FY2025-26), a home assessed at that price carries roughly $6,310 a year in property tax before exemptions, or about $5,710 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 Clay County tax page.
Rents and the investor math
Typical asking rent across Clay County sits near $1,863 a month (Zillow’s rent index). Rents are moving about 1.5% year over year. County-level yield math pencils to roughly a 6.62% cap rate on typical numbers, before expenses. Home prices run about 3.92x the county’s median household income, the affordability backdrop every buyer here negotiates inside. If you are weighing an investment purchase in Villages of Fireside, ask your agent for community-level rent comps rather than county averages — the spread between communities is wide.
Who is moving to Clay County, and what they earn
The county gained a net 3,611 people in the latest IRS county-migration year. Households moving IN average $65,179 in income versus $61,245 for those moving out — movers arriving here earn more than those leaving, which shapes what sellers can ask and what buyers compete against. The biggest out-of-state feeder markets are CA, VA, NY. Median household income in Clay County has grown about 37% since 2018 ($86,094 now). Population is up about 8% over the same stretch. An agent who knows these flows can tell you which way demand in Villages of Fireside 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 Clay County school district earned a district grade of A from the Florida Department of Education (2025-26) and has held an A since 2018. 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 Villages of Fireside, Middleburg 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 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.
Why it matters Adds 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 14 miles southwest of Villages Of Fireside, elsewhere in Clay 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 11 miles southwest of Villages Of Fireside.
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 southeast of Villages Of Fireside.
Source: Jax Daily Record ›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 southeast of Villages Of Fireside.
Source: Jax Daily Record ›Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown; details and timelines can change. General observation, not investment advice.
2 for sale — 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 2026-09-12; prices and availability change.
If you’re buying in Villages of Fireside
Come pre-approved, not pre-qualified, and be ready to move within days of a new listing. In a market like Villages of Fireside’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 Villages of Fireside buyers won.
If you’re selling in Villages of Fireside
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 Villages of Fireside agent
- How many homes have you sold in or near Villages of Fireside in the last year — the community recorded 13?
- How would you price my home against the $180 per square foot Villages of Fireside closings have averaged — and the size-band table above?
- Homes here have been taking about 90 days to go under contract — what is your plan for the first two weeks?
- With about 2.8 months of supply in Villages of Fireside, 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 Villages of Fireside
Inside Villages of Fireside itself, recorded closings have run from $189 per square foot on the smaller homes to $165 on the larger ones — a gap of 14% 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 Villages of Fireside
If you’re selling in Villages of Fireside, 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 Villages of Fireside 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 Villages of Fireside resources
- Homes for sale & Villages of Fireside neighborhood guide
- Clay County real estate market
- Sell your Villages of Fireside home with a local expert
- Clay County homestead exemption
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Market figures are aggregates from Momentum Realty’s MLS data for Villages of Fireside, 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.