Double Branch vs Wilford Preserve
Two Clay communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-19.
| Metric | Double Branch | Wilford Preserve |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $412K | $439K |
| Price per sq ft | $191 | $155 |
| Avg days on market | 51 days | 114 days |
| Months of supply | 6.0 mo | 4.5 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | -8% | -2% |
| Recent closings | 22 | 74 |
The verdict
Wilford Preserve carries the higher median price — about 7% above Double Branch. Homes in Double Branch sell faster (51 days on market vs 114). Wilford Preserve is the tighter market on inventory (4.5 months of supply).
Where each one is
Double Branch and Wilford Preserve are about 2 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Clay County.
| Double Branch | Wilford Preserve | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Clay County, FL | Clay County, FL |
| City / area | Middleburg | Orange Park |
| ZIP | 32068 | 32065, 32073 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 16 mi | 14 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 27 mi, Ponte Vedra Beach | 25 mi, Ponte Vedra Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 21 sampled homes outside a flood zone | 94% of 49 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
| Double Branch | Wilford Preserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 11 | 28 |
| Under contract | 4 | 15 |
| Asking prices today | $357K to $695K | $315K to $580K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 7 | 14 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Double Branch homes for sale · Wilford Preserve homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Double Branch | Wilford Preserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 78 | 390 |
| Built | 2002–2024 (median 2024) | 2019–2024 (median 2022) |
| Typical living area | 3,209 sq ft | 2,330 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 29% | 40% |
| Vacant lots | 58 | 183 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Double Branch median | Wilford Preserve median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $527K (16 sales) | $404K (46 sales) |
| 2025 | $517K (26 sales) | $403K (76 sales) |
| 2026 | $423K (23 sales) | $428K (76 sales) |
Since 2024, Double Branch's median sale price is -20% and Wilford Preserve's is +6% — Wilford Preserve has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Double Branch | Wilford Preserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.9% | 98.3% |
| New-construction share of sales | 91% | 82% |
| Typical sold home | 2,171 sq ft | 2,634 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
| Double Branch | Wilford Preserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Tynes | Argyle |
| Middle | Oakleaf Jr High | Orange Park |
| High school | Ridgeview | Orange Park |
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, Double Branch is the lower entry point (median $412K vs $439K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Double Branch; Wilford Preserve trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Double Branch (51 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 Wilford Preserve more expensive than Double Branch?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Wilford Preserve is $439,000 versus $412,000 in Double Branch, about 7% higher.
How far apart are Double Branch and Wilford Preserve?
About 2 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Clay County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Double Branch or Wilford Preserve?
Double Branch: its homes were built 2002–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 2022 in Wilford Preserve (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Double Branch. The typical home there is 3,209 sq ft of living area, versus 2,330 sq ft in Wilford Preserve.
Which has appreciated more, Double Branch or Wilford Preserve?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -20% in Double Branch and 6% in Wilford Preserve (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Wilford Preserve — sellers there received 98.3% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 96.9% in Double Branch.
What high schools serve Double Branch and Wilford Preserve?
Listings in Double Branch most often report Ridgeview; listings in Wilford Preserve report Orange Park. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Double Branch homes, photos & schools · Wilford Preserve homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.