Brierwood vs The Cove at Southwood
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-01.
| Metric | Brierwood | The Cove at Southwood |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $372K | $347K |
| Price per sq ft | $190 | $192 |
| Avg days on market | 26 days | 87 days |
| Months of supply | 1.5 mo | 3.0 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market (limited data) | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | -5% | +9% |
| Recent closings | 31 | 28 |
The verdict
Brierwood carries the higher median price — about 7% above The Cove at Southwood. Homes in Brierwood sell faster (26 days on market vs 87). Brierwood is the tighter market on inventory (1.5 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Brierwood | The Cove at Southwood | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32216, 32217, 32225 | 32257, 32259 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 93% of 14 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | all 21 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
| Brierwood | The Cove at Southwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 4 | 7 |
| Under contract | 1 | 7 |
| Asking prices today | $340K to $453K | $330K to $390K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 0 | 6 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Brierwood homes for sale · The Cove at Southwood homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Brierwood | The Cove at Southwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 204 | 62 |
| Built | 1963–1991 (median 1973) | 1976–1978 (median 1977) |
| Typical living area | 2,051 sq ft | 1,689 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 82% | 74% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
How each one trades
| Brierwood | The Cove at Southwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 95.1% | 101.3% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,772 sq ft | 1,592 sq ft |
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 | The Cove at Southwood | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Beauclerc | Crown Point |
| Middle | Alfred Dupont | Mandarin |
| High school | Atlantic Coast | Mandarin |
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, The Cove at Southwood is the lower entry point (median $347K 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 The Cove at Southwood; Brierwood trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Brierwood (26 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 Brierwood more expensive than The Cove at Southwood?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Brierwood is $372,000 versus $347,000 in The Cove at Southwood, about 7% higher.
Which has newer homes, Brierwood or The Cove at Southwood?
The Cove at Southwood: its homes were built 1976–1978 with a median year of 1977, versus a median of 1973 in Brierwood (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Brierwood. The typical home there is 2,051 sq ft of living area, versus 1,689 sq ft in The Cove at Southwood.
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
The Cove at Southwood — sellers there received 101.3% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 95.1% in Brierwood.
What high schools serve Brierwood and The Cove at Southwood?
Listings in Brierwood most often report Atlantic Coast; listings in The Cove at Southwood report Mandarin. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Brierwood homes, photos & schools · The Cove at Southwood homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.