Avondale vs Lakeshore
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-02.
| Metric | Avondale | Lakeshore |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $582K | $205K |
| Price per sq ft | $355 | $153 |
| Avg days on market | 71 days | 45 days |
| Months of supply | 2.8 mo | 3.6 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | +5% | -18% |
| Recent closings | 26 | 27 |
The verdict
Avondale carries the higher median price — about 184% above Lakeshore. Homes in Lakeshore sell faster (45 days on market vs 71). Avondale is the tighter market on inventory (2.8 months of supply).
Where each one is
Avondale and Lakeshore are about 2 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Duval County.
| Avondale | Lakeshore | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32205 | 32210 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 4 mi | 6 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 19 mi, Atlantic Beach | 21 mi, Atlantic Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 16 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
| Avondale | Lakeshore | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 6 | 8 |
| Under contract | 1 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $399K to $749K | $185K to $469K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Avondale homes for sale · Lakeshore homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Avondale | Lakeshore | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 867 | 704 |
| Built | 1901–2024 (median 1926) | 1902–2023 (median 1951) |
| Typical living area | 1,777 sq ft | 1,431 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 60% | 56% |
| Vacant lots | 1 | 8 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Avondale median | Lakeshore median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $112K (5 sales) | $33K (13 sales) |
| 2013 | $170K (7 sales) | $42K (15 sales) |
| 2014 | $155K (8 sales) | $39K (36 sales) |
| 2015 | $218K (6 sales) | $48K (20 sales) |
| 2016 | $185K (6 sales) | $76K (31 sales) |
| 2017 | $367K (20 sales) | $117K (40 sales) |
| 2018 | $262K (23 sales) | $121K (31 sales) |
| 2019 | $317K (20 sales) | $139K (38 sales) |
| 2020 | $292K (16 sales) | $134K (39 sales) |
| 2021 | $375K (31 sales) | $174K (65 sales) |
| 2022 | $568K (22 sales) | $215K (45 sales) |
| 2023 | $545K (13 sales) | $210K (32 sales) |
| 2024 | $562K (22 sales) | $229K (16 sales) |
| 2025 | $650K (18 sales) | $200K (27 sales) |
| 2026 | $645K (28 sales) | $196K (28 sales) |
Since 2012, Avondale's median sale price is +473% and Lakeshore's is +495% — Lakeshore has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Avondale | Lakeshore | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 95.7% | 89.0% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,915 sq ft | 1,290 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 49 (normal) | 30 (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
| Avondale | Lakeshore | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | not reported | Bayview |
| Middle | not reported | Lake Shore |
| High school | not reported | Riverside |
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, Lakeshore is the lower entry point (median $205K vs $582K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Lakeshore; Avondale trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Lakeshore (45 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 Avondale more expensive than Lakeshore?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Avondale is $582,000 versus $205,000 in Lakeshore, about 184% higher.
How far apart are Avondale and Lakeshore?
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, Avondale or Lakeshore?
Lakeshore: its homes were built 1902–2023 with a median year of 1951, versus a median of 1926 in Avondale (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Avondale. The typical home there is 1,777 sq ft of living area, versus 1,431 sq ft in Lakeshore.
Which has appreciated more, Avondale or Lakeshore?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 473% in Avondale and 495% in Lakeshore (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Avondale — sellers there received 95.7% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 89.0% in Lakeshore.
Go deeper on each: Avondale homes, photos & schools · Lakeshore homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.