Eagle Harbor vs Lakeside Estates
Two Clay communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-06.
| Metric | Eagle Harbor | Lakeside Estates |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $552K | $307K |
| Price per sq ft | $201 | $185 |
| Avg days on market | 100 days | 46 days |
| Months of supply | 2.0 mo | 1.5 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | -8% | -7% |
| Recent closings | 98 | 33 |
The verdict
Eagle Harbor carries the higher median price — about 80% above Lakeside Estates. Homes in Lakeside Estates sell faster (46 days on market vs 100). Lakeside Estates is the tighter market on inventory (1.5 months of supply).
Where each one is
Eagle Harbor and Lakeside Estates are about 3 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Clay County.
| Eagle Harbor | Lakeside Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Clay County, FL | Clay County, FL |
| City / area | Fleming Island | Orange Park |
| ZIP | 32003 | 32073 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 16 mi | 14 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 22 mi, Ponte Vedra Beach | 23 mi, Ponte Vedra Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 97% of 31 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | all 14 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
| Eagle Harbor | Lakeside Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 16 | 4 |
| Under contract | 11 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $288K to $1M | $348K to $435K |
| Property types listed | Condominium, Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Eagle Harbor homes for sale · Lakeside Estates homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Eagle Harbor | Lakeside Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 164 | 57 |
| Built | 1994–2003 (median 1999) | 1964–1974 (median 1965) |
| Typical living area | 2,640 sq ft | 1,849 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 77% | 79% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Eagle Harbor median | Lakeside Estates median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $255K (105 sales) | $112K (18 sales) |
| 2013 | $250K (164 sales) | $125K (35 sales) |
| 2014 | $263K (137 sales) | $130K (44 sales) |
| 2015 | $272K (150 sales) | $143K (59 sales) |
| 2016 | $280K (142 sales) | $156K (66 sales) |
| 2017 | $300K (184 sales) | $175K (51 sales) |
| 2018 | $297K (187 sales) | $210K (51 sales) |
| 2019 | $303K (208 sales) | $220K (54 sales) |
| 2020 | $318K (211 sales) | $221K (57 sales) |
| 2021 | $397K (222 sales) | $266K (63 sales) |
| 2022 | $510K (173 sales) | $329K (58 sales) |
| 2023 | $490K (95 sales) | $324K (32 sales) |
| 2024 | $570K (84 sales) | $328K (40 sales) |
| 2025 | $540K (88 sales) | $318K (34 sales) |
| 2026 | $560K (99 sales) | $320K (33 sales) |
Since 2012, Eagle Harbor's median sale price is +120% and Lakeside Estates's is +185% — Lakeside Estates has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Eagle Harbor | Lakeside Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 97.5% | 95.4% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,685 sq ft | 2,000 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 59 (normal) | 32 (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
| Eagle Harbor | Lakeside Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Fleming Island | Lakeside |
| Middle | Lakeside | Lakeside |
| High school | Fleming Island | 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, Lakeside Estates is the lower entry point (median $307K vs $552K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Eagle Harbor; Lakeside Estates trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Lakeside Estates (46 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 Eagle Harbor more expensive than Lakeside Estates?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Eagle Harbor is $552,000 versus $307,000 in Lakeside Estates, about 80% higher.
How far apart are Eagle Harbor and Lakeside Estates?
About 3 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Clay County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Eagle Harbor or Lakeside Estates?
Eagle Harbor: its homes were built 1994–2003 with a median year of 1999, versus a median of 1965 in Lakeside Estates (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Eagle Harbor. The typical home there is 2,640 sq ft of living area, versus 1,849 sq ft in Lakeside Estates.
Which has appreciated more, Eagle Harbor or Lakeside Estates?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 120% in Eagle Harbor and 185% in Lakeside Estates (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Eagle Harbor — sellers there received 97.5% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 95.4% in Lakeside Estates.
What high schools serve Eagle Harbor and Lakeside Estates?
Listings in Eagle Harbor most often report Fleming Island; listings in Lakeside Estates report Orange Park. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Eagle Harbor homes, photos & schools · Lakeside Estates homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.