James Island vs Sweetwater by Del Webb
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-05.
| Metric | James Island | Sweetwater by Del Webb |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $212K | $450K |
| Price per sq ft | $174 | $242 |
| Avg days on market | 93 days | 44 days |
| Months of supply | 4.6 mo | 2.2 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | -12% | -6% |
| Recent closings | 31 | 44 |
The verdict
Sweetwater by Del Webb carries the higher median price — about 112% above James Island. Homes in Sweetwater by Del Webb sell faster (44 days on market vs 93). Sweetwater by Del Webb is the tighter market on inventory (2.2 months of supply).
Where each one is
James Island and Sweetwater by Del Webb are about 2 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Duval County.
| James Island | Sweetwater by Del Webb | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32256 | 32256 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 10 mi | 12 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 9 mi, Ponte Vedra Beach | 8 mi, Ponte Vedra Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 24 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 17 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
| James Island | Sweetwater by Del Webb | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 12 | 8 |
| Under contract | 4 | 6 |
| Asking prices today | $184K to $650K | $229K to $580K |
| Property types listed | Condominium, Single Family Residence | Condominium, Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: James Island homes for sale · Sweetwater by Del Webb homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| James Island | Sweetwater by Del Webb | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 52 | 102 |
| Built | 1999–2002 (median 2000) | 2005–2009 (median 2007) |
| Typical living area | 3,020 sq ft | 2,345 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 86% | 92% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | James Island median | Sweetwater by Del Webb median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $104K (34 sales) | $203K (36 sales) |
| 2013 | $117K (59 sales) | $213K (47 sales) |
| 2014 | $120K (57 sales) | $219K (52 sales) |
| 2015 | $115K (59 sales) | $250K (62 sales) |
| 2016 | $125K (70 sales) | $262K (49 sales) |
| 2017 | $135K (61 sales) | $288K (35 sales) |
| 2018 | $160K (54 sales) | $313K (35 sales) |
| 2019 | $157K (62 sales) | $280K (35 sales) |
| 2020 | $165K (58 sales) | $275K (46 sales) |
| 2021 | $181K (64 sales) | $315K (32 sales) |
| 2022 | $270K (52 sales) | $387K (43 sales) |
| 2023 | $258K (51 sales) | $422K (42 sales) |
| 2024 | $240K (34 sales) | $456K (32 sales) |
| 2025 | $229K (34 sales) | $425K (33 sales) |
| 2026 | $210K (31 sales) | $379K (44 sales) |
Since 2012, James Island's median sale price is +103% and Sweetwater by Del Webb's is +87% — James Island has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| James Island | Sweetwater by Del Webb | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 93.7% | 95.1% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,192 sq ft | 1,797 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 21 (cold) | 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
| James Island | Sweetwater by Del Webb | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Twin Lakes Academy | Twin Lakes Academy |
| Middle | Twin Lakes Academy | Twin Lakes Academy |
| High school | Atlantic Coast | Atlantic Coast |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Momentum Realty agents have closed 1 home in James Island and 0 in Sweetwater by Del Webb (brokerage records, both sides counted once). Find an agent who works James Island · Sweetwater by Del Webb.
Which one fits
On budget alone, James Island is the lower entry point (median $212K vs $450K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Sweetwater by Del Webb; James Island trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Sweetwater by Del Webb (44 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 Sweetwater by Del Webb more expensive than James Island?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Sweetwater by Del Webb is $450,000 versus $212,000 in James Island, about 112% higher.
How far apart are James Island and Sweetwater by Del Webb?
About 2 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Duval County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, James Island or Sweetwater by Del Webb?
Sweetwater by Del Webb: its homes were built 2005–2009 with a median year of 2007, versus a median of 2000 in James Island (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
James Island. The typical home there is 3,020 sq ft of living area, versus 2,345 sq ft in Sweetwater by Del Webb.
Which has appreciated more, James Island or Sweetwater by Del Webb?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 103% in James Island and 87% in Sweetwater by Del Webb (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Sweetwater by Del Webb — sellers there received 95.1% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 93.7% in James Island.
What high schools serve James Island and Sweetwater by Del Webb?
Listings in James Island most often report Atlantic Coast; listings in Sweetwater by Del Webb report Atlantic Coast. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: James Island homes, photos & schools · Sweetwater by Del Webb homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.