Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf vs Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf
Two St. Johns communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-17.
| Metric | Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $346K | $491K |
| Price per sq ft | $180 | $235 |
| Avg days on market | 117 days | 69 days |
| Months of supply | 2.4 mo | 1.4 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | -8% | -6% |
| Recent closings | 50 | 86 |
The verdict
Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf carries the higher median price — about 42% above Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf. Homes in Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf sell faster (69 days on market vs 117). Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf is the tighter market on inventory (1.4 months of supply).
Where each one is
Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf and Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf are about 2 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share St. Johns County.
| Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf | |
|---|---|---|
| County | St. Johns County, FL | St. Johns County, FL |
| City / area | St. Augustine | St. Augustine |
| ZIP | 32092 | 32092 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 26 mi | 24 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 12 mi, South Ponte Vedra Beach | 13 mi, South Ponte Vedra Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 25 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 16 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
| Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 10 | 10 |
| Under contract | 8 | 6 |
| Asking prices today | $320K to $384K | $390K to $600K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 9 | 8 |
| Property types listed | Townhouse | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf homes for sale · Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 145 | 37 |
| Built | 2023–2024 (median 2024) | 2024–2024 (median 2024) |
| Typical living area | 2,277 sq ft | 2,612 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 16% | 7% |
| Vacant lots | 141 | 107 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf median | Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $379K (47 sales) | $529K (4 sales) |
| 2025 | $355K (60 sales) | $480K (51 sales) |
| 2026 | $346K (50 sales) | $481K (87 sales) |
Since 2024, Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf's median sale price is -9% and Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf's is -9% — the same pace.
How each one trades
| Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.1% | 98.9% |
| New-construction share of sales | 100% | 99% |
| Typical sold home | 1,927 sq ft | 2,076 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
| Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Magnolia Oaks Academy | Magnolia Oaks Academy |
| Middle | Magnolia Oaks Academy | Magnolia Oaks Academy |
| High school | Tocoi Creek | Tocoi Creek |
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, Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf is the lower entry point (median $346K vs $491K). Sellers get a faster sale in Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf (69 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 Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf more expensive than Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf is $491,000 versus $346,000 in Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf, about 42% higher.
How far apart are Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf and Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf?
About 2 miles straight-line, center to center, both in St. Johns County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has bigger homes?
Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf. The typical home there is 2,612 sq ft of living area, versus 2,277 sq ft in Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf.
Which has appreciated more, Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf or Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -9% in Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf and -9% in Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf — sellers there received 98.9% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 96.1% in Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf.
What high schools serve Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf and Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf?
Listings in Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf most often report Tocoi Creek; listings in Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf report Tocoi Creek. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf homes, photos & schools · Silver Meadows at SilverLeaf homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.