Sherwood Forest vs Trout River
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-12.
| Metric | Sherwood Forest | Trout River |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $148K | $228K |
| Price per sq ft | $127 | $150 |
| Avg days on market | 63 days | 87 days |
| Months of supply | 19.0 mo | 4.9 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | -13% | +4% |
| Recent closings | 12 | 44 |
The verdict
Trout River carries the higher median price — about 54% above Sherwood Forest. Homes in Sherwood Forest sell faster (63 days on market vs 87). Trout River is the tighter market on inventory (4.9 months of supply).
Where each one is
Sherwood Forest and Trout River are about a mile apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Duval County.
| Sherwood Forest | Trout River | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32208, 32034 | 32208 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 7 mi | 7 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 19 mi, Huguenot Park (Jacksonville) | 18 mi, Huguenot Park (Jacksonville) |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 26 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 27 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
| Sherwood Forest | Trout River | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 19 | 18 |
| Under contract | 5 | 8 |
| Asking prices today | $57K to $260K | $56K to $2.3M |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 0 | 16 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Sherwood Forest homes for sale · Trout River homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Sherwood Forest | Trout River | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 729 | 16 |
| Built | 1916–2024 (median 1961) | 1931–2005 (median 1987) |
| Typical living area | 1,309 sq ft | 1,333 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 51% | 46% |
| Vacant lots | 14 | 6 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Sherwood Forest median | Trout River median |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $26K (25 sales) | $54K (4 sales) |
| 2015 | $30K (34 sales) | $67K (4 sales) |
| 2017 | $90K (48 sales) | $82K (5 sales) |
| 2018 | $90K (46 sales) | $80K (10 sales) |
| 2019 | $100K (49 sales) | $92K (6 sales) |
| 2020 | $110K (46 sales) | $108K (7 sales) |
| 2021 | $135K (42 sales) | $160K (6 sales) |
| 2022 | $154K (60 sales) | $162K (7 sales) |
| 2023 | $174K (38 sales) | $245K (9 sales) |
| 2024 | $172K (36 sales) | $150K (12 sales) |
| 2025 | $148K (48 sales) | $227K (12 sales) |
| 2026 | $164K (38 sales) | $231K (45 sales) |
Since 2013, Sherwood Forest's median sale price is +530% and Trout River's is +328% — Sherwood Forest has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Sherwood Forest | Trout River | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 93.9% | 97.7% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 87% |
| Typical sold home | 1,269 sq ft | 1,403 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 34 (cold) | 49 (normal) |
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
| Sherwood Forest | Trout River | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | not reported | Highlands |
| Middle | Jean Ribault | Jean Ribault |
| High school | Jean Ribault | 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, Sherwood Forest is the lower entry point (median $148K vs $228K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Trout River; Sherwood Forest trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Sherwood Forest (63 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 Trout River more expensive than Sherwood Forest?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Trout River is $228,000 versus $148,000 in Sherwood Forest, about 54% higher.
How far apart are Sherwood Forest and Trout River?
About a mile straight-line, center to center, both in Duval County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Sherwood Forest or Trout River?
Trout River: its homes were built 1931–2005 with a median year of 1987, versus a median of 1961 in Sherwood Forest (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has appreciated more, Sherwood Forest or Trout River?
From 2013 to 2026 the median sale price rose 530% in Sherwood Forest and 328% in Trout River (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Trout River — sellers there received 97.7% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 93.9% in Sherwood Forest.
What high schools serve Sherwood Forest and Trout River?
Listings in Sherwood Forest most often report Jean Ribault; listings in Trout River report Jean Ribault. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Sherwood Forest homes, photos & schools · Trout River homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.