Amelia National vs Heron Isles
Two Nassau communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-03.
| Metric | Amelia National | Heron Isles |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $910K | $340K |
| Price per sq ft | $296 | $200 |
| Avg days on market | 141 days | 59 days |
| Months of supply | 4.5 mo | 2.1 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | -10% | +3% |
| Recent closings | 37 | 28 |
The verdict
Amelia National carries the higher median price — about 168% above Heron Isles. Homes in Heron Isles sell faster (59 days on market vs 141). Heron Isles is the tighter market on inventory (2.1 months of supply).
Where each one is
Amelia National and Heron Isles are about 3 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Nassau County.
| Amelia National | Heron Isles | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Nassau County, FL | Nassau County, FL |
| City / area | Fernandina Beach | Yulee |
| ZIP | 32034 | 32097 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 20 mi | 22 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 6 mi, Fernandina Beach | 6 mi, Fernandina Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 32 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 15 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Amelia National | Heron Isles | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 14 | 5 |
| Under contract | 13 | 1 |
| Asking prices today | $595K to $1.28M | $285K to $485K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 8 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Amelia National homes for sale · Heron Isles homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Amelia National | Heron Isles | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 270 | 166 |
| Built | 2005–2024 (median 2021) | 2006–2019 (median 2017) |
| Typical living area | 3,317 sq ft | 2,008 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 58% | 68% |
| Vacant lots | 96 | 1 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Amelia National median | Heron Isles median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $253K (6 sales) | $138K (12 sales) |
| 2013 | $308K (7 sales) | $132K (21 sales) |
| 2014 | $363K (4 sales) | $151K (32 sales) |
| 2015 | $393K (10 sales) | $157K (54 sales) |
| 2016 | $457K (19 sales) | $179K (57 sales) |
| 2017 | $482K (21 sales) | $191K (43 sales) |
| 2018 | $475K (31 sales) | $217K (51 sales) |
| 2019 | $453K (34 sales) | $202K (36 sales) |
| 2020 | $473K (42 sales) | $222K (50 sales) |
| 2021 | $611K (54 sales) | $270K (54 sales) |
| 2022 | $733K (60 sales) | $354K (42 sales) |
| 2023 | $809K (56 sales) | $320K (34 sales) |
| 2024 | $932K (41 sales) | $310K (39 sales) |
| 2025 | $856K (57 sales) | $320K (32 sales) |
| 2026 | $760K (39 sales) | $335K (30 sales) |
Since 2012, Amelia National's median sale price is +200% and Heron Isles's is +144% — Amelia National has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Amelia National | Heron Isles | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 95.5% | 96.7% |
| New-construction share of sales | 54% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,736 sq ft | 1,787 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 19 (cold) | 38 (cold) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Amelia National | Heron Isles | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Yulee | Yulee |
| Middle | Yulee | Yulee |
| High school | Yulee | Yulee |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Heron Isles is the lower entry point (median $340K vs $910K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Amelia National; Heron Isles trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Heron Isles (59 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Amelia National more expensive than Heron Isles?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Amelia National is $910,000 versus $340,000 in Heron Isles, about 168% higher.
How far apart are Amelia National and Heron Isles?
About 3 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Nassau County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Amelia National or Heron Isles?
Amelia National: its homes were built 2005–2024 with a median year of 2021, versus a median of 2017 in Heron Isles (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Amelia National. The typical home there is 3,317 sq ft of living area, versus 2,008 sq ft in Heron Isles.
Which has appreciated more, Amelia National or Heron Isles?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 200% in Amelia National and 144% in Heron Isles (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Heron Isles — sellers there received 96.7% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 95.5% in Amelia National.
What high schools serve Amelia National and Heron Isles?
Listings in Amelia National most often report Yulee; listings in Heron Isles report Yulee. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Amelia National homes, photos & schools · Heron Isles homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.