Brierwood vs San Mateo
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-28.
| Metric | Brierwood | San Mateo |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $372K | $223K |
| Price per sq ft | $190 | $150 |
| Avg days on market | n/a | 54 days |
| Months of supply | 0.0 mo | 3.0 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market (limited data) | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | -5% | -2% |
| Recent closings | 34 | 28 |
The verdict
Brierwood carries the higher median price — about 67% above San Mateo.
Where each one is
| Brierwood | San Mateo | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32216, 32217, 32225 | 32218 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 91% of 11 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 84% of 19 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
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
| Brierwood | San Mateo | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 0 | 7 |
| Under contract | 2 | 3 |
| Property types listed | - | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Brierwood homes for sale · San Mateo homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Brierwood | San Mateo | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 204 | 434 |
| Built | 1963–1991 (median 1973) | 1936–2023 (median 1962) |
| Typical living area | 2,051 sq ft | 1,563 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 82% | 71% |
| Vacant lots | 0 | 3 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Brierwood median | San Mateo median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $138K (25 sales) | $58K (16 sales) |
| 2013 | $148K (25 sales) | $75K (25 sales) |
| 2014 | $159K (29 sales) | $72K (32 sales) |
| 2015 | $174K (33 sales) | $97K (37 sales) |
| 2016 | $186K (30 sales) | $109K (51 sales) |
| 2017 | $198K (34 sales) | $125K (45 sales) |
| 2018 | $210K (31 sales) | $149K (30 sales) |
| 2019 | $225K (42 sales) | $154K (37 sales) |
| 2020 | $242K (33 sales) | $170K (40 sales) |
| 2021 | $282K (42 sales) | $188K (53 sales) |
| 2022 | $355K (37 sales) | $240K (40 sales) |
| 2023 | $366K (20 sales) | $236K (44 sales) |
| 2024 | $360K (8 sales) | $245K (30 sales) |
| 2025 | $345K (21 sales) | $235K (39 sales) |
| 2026 | $359K (38 sales) | $235K (28 sales) |
Since 2012, Brierwood's median sale price is +161% and San Mateo's is +309% — San Mateo has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Brierwood | San Mateo | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 95.1% | 94.3% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,772 sq ft | 1,565 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 40 (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
| Brierwood | San Mateo | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Beauclerc | San Mateo |
| Middle | Alfred Dupont | Oceanway |
| High school | Atlantic Coast | First Coast |
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, San Mateo is the lower entry point (median $223K vs $372K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Brierwood; San Mateo trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots.
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 Brierwood more expensive than San Mateo?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Brierwood is $372,000 versus $223,000 in San Mateo, about 67% higher.
Which has newer homes, Brierwood or San Mateo?
Brierwood: its homes were built 1963–1991 with a median year of 1973, versus a median of 1962 in San Mateo (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Brierwood. The typical home there is 2,051 sq ft of living area, versus 1,563 sq ft in San Mateo.
Which has appreciated more, Brierwood or San Mateo?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 161% in Brierwood and 309% in San Mateo (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Brierwood — sellers there received 95.1% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 94.3% in San Mateo.
What high schools serve Brierwood and San Mateo?
Listings in Brierwood most often report Atlantic Coast; listings in San Mateo report First Coast. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Brierwood homes, photos & schools · San Mateo homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.