The Woods vs Wolf Creek
Two Duval communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-01.
| Metric | The Woods | Wolf Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $491K | $248K |
| Price per sq ft | $244 | $185 |
| Avg days on market | 59 days | 81 days |
| Months of supply | 1.2 mo | 1.5 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | +10% | -4% |
| Recent closings | 39 | 41 |
The verdict
The Woods carries the higher median price — about 98% above Wolf Creek. Homes in The Woods sell faster (59 days on market vs 81). The Woods is the tighter market on inventory (1.2 months of supply).
Where each one is
The Woods and Wolf Creek are about 2 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Duval County.
| The Woods | Wolf Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Duval County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Jacksonville | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 32246 | 32224 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 12 mi | 12 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 4 mi, Atlantic Beach | 5 mi, Jacksonville Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 15 sampled homes outside a flood zone | 95% of 19 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
| The Woods | Wolf Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 4 | 5 |
| Under contract | 2 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $365K to $535K | $220K to $285K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Condominium |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: The Woods homes for sale · Wolf Creek homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| The Woods | Wolf Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 250 | 221 |
| Built | 1974–2022 (median 1983) | 2005–2006 (median 2005) |
| Typical living area | 2,262 sq ft | 1,781 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 76% | 57% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | The Woods median | Wolf Creek median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $193K (32 sales) | $95K (50 sales) |
| 2013 | $220K (53 sales) | $125K (47 sales) |
| 2014 | $245K (47 sales) | $130K (46 sales) |
| 2015 | $240K (63 sales) | $145K (63 sales) |
| 2016 | $250K (52 sales) | $156K (69 sales) |
| 2017 | $282K (49 sales) | $163K (65 sales) |
| 2018 | $300K (35 sales) | $174K (63 sales) |
| 2019 | $308K (39 sales) | $194K (70 sales) |
| 2020 | $350K (44 sales) | $188K (61 sales) |
| 2021 | $374K (40 sales) | $224K (59 sales) |
| 2022 | $476K (43 sales) | $270K (59 sales) |
| 2023 | $450K (27 sales) | $277K (64 sales) |
| 2024 | $526K (22 sales) | $280K (30 sales) |
| 2025 | $555K (24 sales) | $270K (39 sales) |
| 2026 | $500K (39 sales) | $265K (41 sales) |
Since 2012, The Woods's median sale price is +159% and Wolf Creek's is +179% — Wolf Creek has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| The Woods | Wolf Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.5% | 95.8% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,096 sq ft | 1,550 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 32 (cold) | 30 (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
| The Woods | Wolf Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Alimacani | Chets Creek |
| Middle | Duncan Fletcher | Kernan |
| High school | Sandalwood | 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 3 homes in The Woods and 1 in Wolf Creek (brokerage records, both sides counted once). Find an agent who works The Woods · Wolf Creek.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Wolf Creek is the lower entry point (median $248K vs $491K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Wolf Creek; The Woods trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in The Woods (59 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 The Woods more expensive than Wolf Creek?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in The Woods is $491,000 versus $248,000 in Wolf Creek, about 98% higher.
How far apart are The Woods and Wolf Creek?
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, The Woods or Wolf Creek?
Wolf Creek: its homes were built 2005–2006 with a median year of 2005, versus a median of 1983 in The Woods (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
The Woods. The typical home there is 2,262 sq ft of living area, versus 1,781 sq ft in Wolf Creek.
Which has appreciated more, The Woods or Wolf Creek?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 159% in The Woods and 179% in Wolf Creek (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
The Woods — sellers there received 96.5% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 95.8% in Wolf Creek.
What high schools serve The Woods and Wolf Creek?
Listings in The Woods most often report Sandalwood; listings in Wolf Creek report Atlantic Coast. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: The Woods homes, photos & schools · Wolf Creek homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.