Cedar Hills vs Lakeshore
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-07.
| Metric | Cedar Hills | Lakeshore |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $215K | $205K |
| Price per sq ft | $170 | $153 |
| Avg days on market | 85 days | 50 days |
| Months of supply | 17.0 mo | 8.0 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | -7% | -18% |
| Recent closings | 12 | 12 |
The verdict
Cedar Hills carries the higher median price — about 5% above Lakeshore. Homes in Lakeshore sell faster (50 days on market vs 85). Lakeshore is the tighter market on inventory (8.0 months of supply).
Where each one is
Cedar Hills and Lakeshore are about a mile apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Duval County.
| Cedar Hills | Lakeshore | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32210 | 32210 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 7 mi | 6 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 22 mi, Jacksonville Beach | 21 mi, Atlantic Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 23 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
| Cedar Hills | Lakeshore | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 17 | 8 |
| Under contract | 3 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $150K to $275K | $185K to $469K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Cedar Hills homes for sale · Lakeshore homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Cedar Hills | Lakeshore | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 628 | 704 |
| Built | 1903–2024 (median 1958) | 1902–2023 (median 1951) |
| Typical living area | 1,545 sq ft | 1,431 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 59% | 56% |
| Vacant lots | 11 | 8 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Cedar Hills median | Lakeshore median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $38K (29 sales) | $33K (13 sales) |
| 2013 | $47K (34 sales) | $42K (15 sales) |
| 2014 | $46K (26 sales) | $39K (36 sales) |
| 2015 | $52K (32 sales) | $48K (20 sales) |
| 2016 | $72K (52 sales) | $76K (31 sales) |
| 2017 | $105K (54 sales) | $117K (40 sales) |
| 2018 | $124K (52 sales) | $121K (31 sales) |
| 2019 | $136K (64 sales) | $139K (38 sales) |
| 2020 | $138K (60 sales) | $132K (40 sales) |
| 2021 | $175K (85 sales) | $175K (64 sales) |
| 2022 | $204K (70 sales) | $215K (45 sales) |
| 2023 | $220K (69 sales) | $210K (32 sales) |
| 2024 | $227K (42 sales) | $229K (16 sales) |
| 2025 | $210K (51 sales) | $200K (27 sales) |
| 2026 | $215K (32 sales) | $196K (28 sales) |
Since 2012, Cedar Hills's median sale price is +466% and Lakeshore's is +495% — Lakeshore has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Cedar Hills | Lakeshore | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 94.1% | 89.0% |
| New-construction share of sales | 6% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,291 sq ft | 1,290 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 32 (cold) | 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
| Cedar Hills | Lakeshore | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Cedar Hills | Bayview |
| Middle | Westside | Lake Shore |
| High school | Westside High School | 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 $215K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Cedar Hills; Lakeshore trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Lakeshore (50 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 Cedar Hills more expensive than Lakeshore?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Cedar Hills is $215,000 versus $205,000 in Lakeshore, about 5% higher.
How far apart are Cedar Hills and Lakeshore?
About a mile straight-line, center to center, both in Duval County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Cedar Hills or Lakeshore?
Cedar Hills: its homes were built 1903–2024 with a median year of 1958, versus a median of 1951 in Lakeshore (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has appreciated more, Cedar Hills or Lakeshore?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 466% in Cedar Hills and 495% in Lakeshore (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Cedar Hills — sellers there received 94.1% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 89.0% in Lakeshore.
What high schools serve Cedar Hills and Lakeshore?
Listings in Cedar Hills most often report Westside High School; listings in Lakeshore report Riverside. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Cedar Hills homes, photos & schools · Lakeshore homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.