Oceanway vs Seaton Creek Reserve
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-19.
| Metric | Oceanway | Seaton Creek Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $254K | $388K |
| Price per sq ft | $181 | $185 |
| Avg days on market | 97 days | 66 days |
| Months of supply | 3.5 mo | 2.9 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | -1% | -4% |
| Recent closings | 31 | 37 |
The verdict
Seaton Creek Reserve carries the higher median price — about 53% above Oceanway. Homes in Seaton Creek Reserve sell faster (66 days on market vs 97). Seaton Creek Reserve is the tighter market on inventory (2.9 months of supply).
Where each one is
Oceanway and Seaton Creek Reserve are about 4 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Duval County.
| Oceanway | Seaton Creek Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32218 | 32218 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 10 mi | 13 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 12 mi, Amelia Island (south end) | 14 mi, Amelia Island (south end) |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 96% of 27 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 94% of 18 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
| Oceanway | Seaton Creek Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 9 | 9 |
| Under contract | 6 | 6 |
| Asking prices today | $175K to $3.7M | $335K to $485K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 2 | 5 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Oceanway homes for sale · Seaton Creek Reserve homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Oceanway | Seaton Creek Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 100 | 75 |
| Built | 1920–2022 (median 1987) | 2024–2024 (median 2024) |
| Typical living area | 1,433 sq ft | 2,551 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 44% | 26% |
| Vacant lots | 5 | 24 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Oceanway median | Seaton Creek Reserve median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $202K (12 sales) | $396K (19 sales) |
| 2025 | $226K (6 sales) | $380K (69 sales) |
| 2026 | $254K (6 sales) | $364K (36 sales) |
Since 2024, Oceanway's median sale price is +26% and Seaton Creek Reserve's is -8% — Oceanway has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Oceanway | Seaton Creek Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 99.7% | 98.0% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 94% |
| Typical sold home | 1,350 sq ft | 2,106 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
| Oceanway | Seaton Creek Reserve | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Oceanway | Dinsmore |
| Middle | Oceanway | Select One |
| High school | First Coast | 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, Oceanway is the lower entry point (median $254K vs $388K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Seaton Creek Reserve; Oceanway trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Seaton Creek Reserve (66 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 Seaton Creek Reserve more expensive than Oceanway?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Seaton Creek Reserve is $388,000 versus $254,000 in Oceanway, about 53% higher.
How far apart are Oceanway and Seaton Creek Reserve?
About 4 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Duval County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Oceanway or Seaton Creek Reserve?
Seaton Creek Reserve: its homes were built 2024–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 1987 in Oceanway (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Seaton Creek Reserve. The typical home there is 2,551 sq ft of living area, versus 1,433 sq ft in Oceanway.
Which has appreciated more, Oceanway or Seaton Creek Reserve?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose 26% in Oceanway and -8% in Seaton Creek Reserve (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Oceanway — sellers there received 99.7% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 98.0% in Seaton Creek Reserve.
What high schools serve Oceanway and Seaton Creek Reserve?
Listings in Oceanway most often report First Coast; listings in Seaton Creek Reserve report Jean Ribault. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Oceanway homes, photos & schools · Seaton Creek Reserve homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.