Dinsmore vs Sherwood Forest
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-24.
| Metric | Dinsmore | Sherwood Forest |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $365K | $148K |
| Price per sq ft | $195 | $127 |
| Avg days on market | 113 days | 62 days |
| Months of supply | 6.5 mo | 5.1 mo |
| Market | Buyer's Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | +8% | -13% |
| Recent closings | 26 | 42 |
The verdict
Dinsmore carries the higher median price — about 147% above Sherwood Forest. Homes in Sherwood Forest sell faster (62 days on market vs 113). Sherwood Forest is the tighter market on inventory (5.1 months of supply).
Where each one is
Dinsmore and Sherwood Forest are about 3 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Duval County.
| Dinsmore | Sherwood Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32219 | 32208, 32034 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 9 mi | 7 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 20 mi, Amelia Island (south end) | 19 mi, Huguenot Park (Jacksonville) |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 95% of 22 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | all 26 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
| Dinsmore | Sherwood Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 14 | 18 |
| Under contract | 2 | 3 |
| Asking prices today | $79K to $550K | $57K to $260K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 3 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Manufactured Home, Mobile Home, Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Dinsmore homes for sale · Sherwood Forest homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Dinsmore | Sherwood Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 485 | 598 |
| Built | 1909–2024 (median 1986) | 1916–2024 (median 1961) |
| Typical living area | 1,798 sq ft | 1,303 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 55% | 52% |
| Vacant lots | 49 | 11 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Dinsmore median | Sherwood Forest median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $65K (7 sales) | $26K (41 sales) |
| 2013 | $94K (12 sales) | $26K (26 sales) |
| 2014 | $60K (14 sales) | $29K (35 sales) |
| 2015 | $61K (8 sales) | $30K (34 sales) |
| 2016 | $90K (15 sales) | $56K (44 sales) |
| 2017 | $126K (20 sales) | $89K (48 sales) |
| 2018 | $156K (12 sales) | $90K (45 sales) |
| 2019 | $154K (15 sales) | $100K (49 sales) |
| 2020 | $194K (17 sales) | $111K (48 sales) |
| 2021 | $240K (21 sales) | $135K (40 sales) |
| 2022 | $275K (22 sales) | $152K (60 sales) |
| 2023 | $210K (14 sales) | $174K (37 sales) |
| 2024 | $251K (18 sales) | $174K (38 sales) |
| 2025 | $298K (20 sales) | $144K (46 sales) |
| 2026 | $334K (17 sales) | $165K (41 sales) |
Since 2012, Dinsmore's median sale price is +418% and Sherwood Forest's is +523% — Sherwood Forest has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Dinsmore | Sherwood Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 94.3% | 93.7% |
| New-construction share of sales | 12% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,800 sq ft | 1,274 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 60 (hot) | 40 (normal) |
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
| Dinsmore | Sherwood Forest | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Dinsmore | not reported |
| Middle | Highlands | Jean Ribault |
| High school | Jean Ribault | Jean Ribault |
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, Sherwood Forest is the lower entry point (median $148K vs $365K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Dinsmore; Sherwood Forest trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Sherwood Forest (62 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 Dinsmore more expensive than Sherwood Forest?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Dinsmore is $365,000 versus $148,000 in Sherwood Forest, about 147% higher.
How far apart are Dinsmore and Sherwood Forest?
About 3 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Duval County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Dinsmore or Sherwood Forest?
Dinsmore: its homes were built 1909–2024 with a median year of 1986, versus a median of 1961 in Sherwood Forest (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Dinsmore. The typical home there is 1,798 sq ft of living area, versus 1,303 sq ft in Sherwood Forest.
Which has appreciated more, Dinsmore or Sherwood Forest?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 418% in Dinsmore and 523% in Sherwood Forest (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Dinsmore — sellers there received 94.3% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 93.7% in Sherwood Forest.
What high schools serve Dinsmore and Sherwood Forest?
Listings in Dinsmore most often report Jean Ribault; listings in Sherwood Forest report Jean Ribault. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Dinsmore homes, photos & schools · Sherwood Forest homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.