Arden vs RiverWalk
Two Palm Beach communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-03.
| Metric | Arden | RiverWalk |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $564K | $462K |
| Price per sq ft | $264 | $284 |
| Avg days on market | 56 days | 8 days |
| Months of supply | 1.3 mo | 0.8 mo |
| Market | Strong Seller's Market | Balanced Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 74 | 29 |
The verdict
Arden carries the higher median price — about 22% above RiverWalk. Homes in RiverWalk sell faster (8 days on market vs 56). RiverWalk is the tighter market on inventory (0.8 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Arden | RiverWalk | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Palm Beach County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | West Palm Beach |
| ZIP | 32205 | 33411, 33418, 33458 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 22 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 11 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
| Arden | RiverWalk | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 8 | 2 |
| Under contract | 8 | 0 |
| Asking prices today | $540K to $1.05M | $400K to $525K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse, Villa | Villa |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Arden homes for sale · RiverWalk homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Arden | RiverWalk | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | n/a | 340 |
| Built | n/a | 1997–2001 (median 1998) |
| Typical living area | n/a | 1,648 sq ft |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Arden median | RiverWalk median |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $433K (4 sales) | $269K (53 sales) |
| 2021 | $510K (4 sales) | $336K (44 sales) |
| 2024 | $925K (3 sales) | $480K (36 sales) |
Since 2016, Arden's median sale price is +114% and RiverWalk's is +78% — Arden has appreciated faster over that stretch.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Arden | RiverWalk | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Binks Forest | Grassy Waters |
| Middle | Wellington Landings | Jeaga |
| High school | Wellington | Palm Beach Lakes |
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, RiverWalk is the lower entry point (median $462K vs $564K). Sellers get a faster sale in RiverWalk (8 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 Arden more expensive than RiverWalk?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Arden is $564,000 versus $462,000 in RiverWalk, about 22% higher.
Are Arden and RiverWalk in the same county?
No. Arden is in Duval County and RiverWalk is in Palm Beach County; property-tax rates, school districts and permitting differ between the two.
Which has appreciated more, Arden or RiverWalk?
From 2016 to 2024 the median sale price rose 114% in Arden and 78% in RiverWalk (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
What high schools serve Arden and RiverWalk?
Listings in Arden most often report Wellington; listings in RiverWalk report Palm Beach Lakes. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Arden homes, photos & schools · RiverWalk homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.