Argyle Forest vs Chimney Lakes
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-07.
| Metric | Argyle Forest | Chimney Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $220K | $322K |
| Price per sq ft | $144 | $175 |
| Avg days on market | 73 days | 63 days |
| Months of supply | 17.0 mo | 4.0 mo |
| Market | Buyer's Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | -10% | -7% |
| Recent closings | 12 | 30 |
The verdict
Chimney Lakes carries the higher median price — about 46% above Argyle Forest. Homes in Chimney Lakes sell faster (63 days on market vs 73). Chimney Lakes is the tighter market on inventory (4.0 months of supply).
Where each one is
Argyle Forest and Chimney Lakes are about 2 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Duval County.
| Argyle Forest | Chimney Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32065, 32073, 32244 | 32073, 32244 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 11 mi | 13 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 23 mi, Ponte Vedra Beach | 25 mi, Ponte Vedra Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 25 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 17 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
| Argyle Forest | Chimney Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 17 | 10 |
| Under contract | 3 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $160K to $335K | $245K to $398K |
| Property types listed | Condominium, Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Argyle Forest homes for sale · Chimney Lakes homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Argyle Forest | Chimney Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 276 | 256 |
| Built | 1978–1998 (median 1986) | 1986–1996 (median 1990) |
| Typical living area | 1,749 sq ft | 2,054 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 66% | 73% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Argyle Forest median | Chimney Lakes median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $65K (47 sales) | $93K (38 sales) |
| 2013 | $75K (39 sales) | $107K (62 sales) |
| 2014 | $83K (64 sales) | $122K (64 sales) |
| 2015 | $94K (49 sales) | $128K (57 sales) |
| 2016 | $128K (56 sales) | $142K (54 sales) |
| 2017 | $147K (35 sales) | $165K (65 sales) |
| 2018 | $152K (43 sales) | $171K (58 sales) |
| 2019 | $160K (52 sales) | $186K (50 sales) |
| 2020 | $172K (45 sales) | $200K (64 sales) |
| 2021 | $196K (48 sales) | $250K (67 sales) |
| 2022 | $264K (55 sales) | $300K (57 sales) |
| 2023 | $256K (38 sales) | $288K (37 sales) |
| 2024 | $272K (34 sales) | $306K (42 sales) |
| 2025 | $245K (28 sales) | $290K (39 sales) |
| 2026 | $260K (37 sales) | $291K (33 sales) |
Since 2012, Argyle Forest's median sale price is +300% and Chimney Lakes's is +214% — Argyle Forest has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Argyle Forest | Chimney Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 98.6% | 100.0% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,464 sq ft | 1,671 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 39 (cold) | 60 (hot) |
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
| Argyle Forest | Chimney Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Chimney Lakes | Chimney Lakes |
| Middle | Westside | Chaffee Trail |
| High school | Westside High School | Westside High School |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Momentum Realty agents have closed 1 home in Argyle Forest and 0 in Chimney Lakes (brokerage records, both sides counted once). Find an agent who works Argyle Forest · Chimney Lakes.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Argyle Forest is the lower entry point (median $220K vs $322K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Chimney Lakes; Argyle Forest trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Chimney Lakes (63 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 Chimney Lakes more expensive than Argyle Forest?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Chimney Lakes is $322,000 versus $220,000 in Argyle Forest, about 46% higher.
How far apart are Argyle Forest and Chimney Lakes?
About 2 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Duval County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Argyle Forest or Chimney Lakes?
Chimney Lakes: its homes were built 1986–1996 with a median year of 1990, versus a median of 1986 in Argyle Forest (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Chimney Lakes. The typical home there is 2,054 sq ft of living area, versus 1,749 sq ft in Argyle Forest.
Which has appreciated more, Argyle Forest or Chimney Lakes?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 300% in Argyle Forest and 214% in Chimney Lakes (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Chimney Lakes — sellers there received 100.0% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 98.6% in Argyle Forest.
What high schools serve Argyle Forest and Chimney Lakes?
Listings in Argyle Forest most often report Westside High School; listings in Chimney Lakes report Westside High School. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Argyle Forest homes, photos & schools · Chimney Lakes homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.