Arlington Hills vs University Park
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-01.
| Metric | Arlington Hills | University Park |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $240K | $279K |
| Price per sq ft | $180 | $165 |
| Avg days on market | 77 days | 80 days |
| Months of supply | 3.5 mo | 2.3 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | -3% | -3% |
| Recent closings | 102 | 26 |
The verdict
University Park carries the higher median price — about 16% above Arlington Hills. Homes in Arlington Hills sell faster (77 days on market vs 80). University Park is the tighter market on inventory (2.3 months of supply).
Where each one is
Arlington Hills and University Park are about 2 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Duval County.
| Arlington Hills | University Park | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32211 | 32277 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 4 mi | 4 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 11 mi, Atlantic Beach | 13 mi, Huguenot Park (Jacksonville) |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 39 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
| Arlington Hills | University Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 30 | 5 |
| Under contract | 12 | 1 |
| Asking prices today | $170K to $355K | $324K to $750K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Arlington Hills homes for sale · University Park homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Arlington Hills | University Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 827 | 101 |
| Built | 1905–2022 (median 1958) | 1958–2019 (median 1961) |
| Typical living area | 1,442 sq ft | 1,960 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 61% | 70% |
| Vacant lots | 3 | 1 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Arlington Hills median | University Park median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $45K (75 sales) | $126K (23 sales) |
| 2013 | $50K (129 sales) | $113K (36 sales) |
| 2014 | $52K (124 sales) | $126K (38 sales) |
| 2015 | $62K (137 sales) | $137K (47 sales) |
| 2016 | $95K (140 sales) | $148K (46 sales) |
| 2017 | $120K (123 sales) | $185K (29 sales) |
| 2018 | $137K (131 sales) | $188K (39 sales) |
| 2019 | $145K (123 sales) | $210K (45 sales) |
| 2020 | $160K (128 sales) | $220K (49 sales) |
| 2021 | $185K (147 sales) | $275K (55 sales) |
| 2022 | $230K (132 sales) | $318K (35 sales) |
| 2023 | $240K (104 sales) | $310K (35 sales) |
| 2024 | $256K (72 sales) | $322K (23 sales) |
| 2025 | $246K (90 sales) | $350K (26 sales) |
| 2026 | $255K (104 sales) | $298K (27 sales) |
Since 2012, Arlington Hills's median sale price is +467% and University Park's is +137% — Arlington Hills has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Arlington Hills | University Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 97.1% | 97.1% |
| New-construction share of sales | 1% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,382 sq ft | 1,827 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 45 (normal) | 40 (normal) |
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
| Arlington Hills | University Park | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Arlington | Fort Caroline |
| Middle | Arlington | Arlington |
| High school | Terry Parker | Terry Parker |
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, Arlington Hills is the lower entry point (median $240K vs $279K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in University Park; Arlington Hills trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Arlington Hills (77 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 University Park more expensive than Arlington Hills?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in University Park is $279,000 versus $240,000 in Arlington Hills, about 16% higher.
How far apart are Arlington Hills and University Park?
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, Arlington Hills or University Park?
University Park: its homes were built 1958–2019 with a median year of 1961, versus a median of 1958 in Arlington Hills (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
University Park. The typical home there is 1,960 sq ft of living area, versus 1,442 sq ft in Arlington Hills.
Which has appreciated more, Arlington Hills or University Park?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 467% in Arlington Hills and 137% in University Park (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
What high schools serve Arlington Hills and University Park?
Listings in Arlington Hills most often report Terry Parker; listings in University Park report Terry Parker. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Arlington Hills homes, photos & schools · University Park homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.