Sandalwood vs Sutton Lakes
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-06-28.
| Metric | Sandalwood | Sutton Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $286K | $402K |
| Price per sq ft | $207 | $223 |
| Avg days on market | 34 days | 30 days |
| Months of supply | 1.0 mo | 2.8 mo |
| Market | Strong Seller's Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | +3% | +1% |
| Recent closings | 25 | 34 |
The verdict
Sutton Lakes carries the higher median price — about 41% above Sandalwood. Homes in Sutton Lakes sell faster (30 days on market vs 34). Sandalwood is the tighter market on inventory (1.0 months of supply).
What is for sale today
| Sandalwood | Sutton Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 2 | 8 |
| Under contract | 5 | 0 |
| Asking prices today | $300K to $324K | $350K to $489K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Sandalwood homes for sale · Sutton Lakes homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Sandalwood | Sutton Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 296 | 394 |
| Built | 1960–2019 (median 1973.0) | 1996–2004 (median 2001.0) |
| Typical living area | 1,387 sq ft | 2,060 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 58% | 74% |
| Vacant lots | 1 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Sandalwood median | Sutton Lakes median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $55K (31 sales) | $128K (49 sales) |
| 2013 | $64K (24 sales) | $160K (59 sales) |
| 2014 | $65K (33 sales) | $170K (77 sales) |
| 2015 | $78K (33 sales) | $180K (72 sales) |
| 2016 | $106K (41 sales) | $194K (54 sales) |
| 2017 | $130K (44 sales) | $220K (64 sales) |
| 2018 | $135K (51 sales) | $229K (60 sales) |
| 2019 | $165K (31 sales) | $236K (55 sales) |
| 2020 | $164K (43 sales) | $260K (66 sales) |
| 2021 | $190K (35 sales) | $288K (56 sales) |
| 2022 | $220K (25 sales) | $384K (59 sales) |
| 2023 | $262K (32 sales) | $370K (30 sales) |
| 2024 | $282K (24 sales) | $398K (41 sales) |
| 2025 | $256K (31 sales) | $411K (34 sales) |
| 2026 | $291K (26 sales) | $386K (34 sales) |
Since 2012, Sandalwood's median sale price is +429% and Sutton Lakes's is +201% — Sandalwood has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Sandalwood | Sutton Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.9% | 95.9% |
| New-construction share of sales | 4% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,309 sq ft | 1,813 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 33 (cold) | 28 (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
| Sandalwood | Sutton Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | not reported | Brookview |
| Middle | not reported | Landmark |
| High school | not reported | Sandalwood |
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, Sandalwood is the lower entry point (median $286K vs $402K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Sutton Lakes; Sandalwood trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Sutton Lakes (30 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 Sutton Lakes more expensive than Sandalwood?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Sutton Lakes is $402,000 versus $286,000 in Sandalwood, about 41% higher.
Which has newer homes, Sandalwood or Sutton Lakes?
Sutton Lakes: its homes were built 1996–2004 with a median year of 2001.0, versus a median of 1973.0 in Sandalwood (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Sutton Lakes. The typical home there is 2,060 sq ft of living area, versus 1,387 sq ft in Sandalwood.
Which has appreciated more, Sandalwood or Sutton Lakes?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 429% in Sandalwood and 201% in Sutton Lakes (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Sandalwood — sellers there received 96.9% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 95.9% in Sutton Lakes.
Go deeper on each: Sandalwood homes, photos & schools · Sutton Lakes homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.