HICKORY HAMMOCK vs Stoneybrook West
Two Orange communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-18.
| Metric | HICKORY HAMMOCK | Stoneybrook West |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $843K | $652K |
| Price per sq ft | $306 | $230 |
| Avg days on market | 37 days | 39 days |
| Months of supply | 1.2 mo | 2.3 mo |
| Market | Strong Seller's Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 31 | 31 |
The verdict
HICKORY HAMMOCK carries the higher median price — about 29% above Stoneybrook West. Homes in HICKORY HAMMOCK sell faster (37 days on market vs 39). HICKORY HAMMOCK is the tighter market on inventory (1.2 months of supply).
What is for sale today
| HICKORY HAMMOCK | Stoneybrook West | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 3 | 6 |
| Under contract | 3 | 1 |
| Asking prices today | $455K to $2.1M | $350K to $800K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: HICKORY HAMMOCK homes for sale · Stoneybrook West homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| HICKORY HAMMOCK | Stoneybrook West | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 277 | 301 |
| Built | 2014–2020 (median 2016.0) | 2000–2009 (median 2004) |
| Typical living area | 2,607 sq ft | 2,600 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 63% | 84% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | HICKORY HAMMOCK median | Stoneybrook West median |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $448K (3 sales) | $260K (31 sales) |
| 2015 | $776K (5 sales) | $296K (30 sales) |
| 2016 | $426K (32 sales) | $294K (24 sales) |
| 2017 | $385K (33 sales) | $319K (25 sales) |
| 2019 | $500K (9 sales) | $310K (7 sales) |
| 2021 | $702K (12 sales) | $450K (11 sales) |
| 2022 | $714K (24 sales) | $514K (37 sales) |
| 2023 | $852K (12 sales) | $550K (13 sales) |
| 2024 | $760K (27 sales) | $582K (22 sales) |
| 2025 | $785K (27 sales) | $591K (28 sales) |
| 2026 | $920K (29 sales) | $600K (26 sales) |
Since 2014, HICKORY HAMMOCK's median sale price is +105% and Stoneybrook West's is +131% — Stoneybrook West has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| HICKORY HAMMOCK | Stoneybrook West | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.2% | 96.6% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 3,505 sq ft | 2,613 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 50 (normal) | 29 (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
| HICKORY HAMMOCK | Stoneybrook West | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Whispering Oak Elem | Whispering Oak Elem |
| Middle | Hamlin Middle | Sunridge Middle |
| High school | West Orange High | West Orange High |
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, Stoneybrook West is the lower entry point (median $652K vs $843K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in HICKORY HAMMOCK; Stoneybrook West trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in HICKORY HAMMOCK (37 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 HICKORY HAMMOCK more expensive than Stoneybrook West?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in HICKORY HAMMOCK is $843,000 versus $652,000 in Stoneybrook West, about 29% higher.
Which has newer homes, HICKORY HAMMOCK or Stoneybrook West?
HICKORY HAMMOCK: its homes were built 2014–2020 with a median year of 2016.0, versus a median of 2004 in Stoneybrook West (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has appreciated more, HICKORY HAMMOCK or Stoneybrook West?
From 2014 to 2026 the median sale price rose 105% in HICKORY HAMMOCK and 131% in Stoneybrook West (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
What high schools serve HICKORY HAMMOCK and Stoneybrook West?
Listings in HICKORY HAMMOCK most often report West Orange High; listings in Stoneybrook West report West Orange High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: HICKORY HAMMOCK homes, photos & schools · Stoneybrook West homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.