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By , Co-Founder, Momentum Realty · Updated July 10, 2026

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All 4,477 homes for sale in Jacksonville, FL · median $299,999 · 385 homes for sale in 32218 · Duval County homes for sale

Established Northside townhome resale market · Jacksonville · ZIP 32218

An established resale townhome community off Academy Park Drive on Jacksonville's Northside, built for buyers who want a lower-maintenance, moderately priced townhome near River City Marketplace and the I-95/I-295 interchange rather than a larger single-family resale or new construction.

Established resaleNorthside, JacksonvilleTownhomes
Live Market Pulse
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This is a settled, built-out townhome community, not a new-construction release. Inventory is small and individual, and property records show a mix of owner-occupied and investor/LLC-owned units nearby, so confirm ownership type, condition, and lot position by address.
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Listings before the portals, true comps, and the renovation and carrying-cost math, before you tour.

Built fromLive realMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily

As of October 2026, the MLS records 61 closed sales in Academy Park in Jacksonville, FL since 2006, the most recent in May 2025. Recorded prices since 2024 ran from $175,000 to $190,000 (median $189,000), on homes of 1,548 to 1,548 sq ft. Across Jacksonville as a whole, 7,643 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $315,000, 43 median days on market, with 4,168 homes for sale today. At that median and Duval County's FY2025-26 rate of 17.86 mills, annual property tax runs about $3,380 ($2,640 with the full homestead exemption).

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Jon Brooks, Co-Founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Read

"Academy Park is a resale play on a small, built-out townhome pocket of Northside Jacksonville, not a builder market. The homes here are generally described as three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath townhomes on cul-de-sac lots, some backing to ponds, which means the buyer pool skews toward lower maintenance and a manageable price point rather than square footage. County parcel records show at least some units held by LLC or investor owners alongside owner-occupants, so the single most important thing to verify before you underwrite a purchase is HOA status, dues, and exact ownership history on the specific parcel, not just the community name."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Academy Park right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

3126 CAPPER Road
$90K · 0.2 mi away
2 bd · 1 ba · 888 sqft
3126 CAPPER Road
Listed by HOME PLACE REALTY
3324 PENNY COVE Lane
$206K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,725 sqft
3324 PENNY COVE Lane
Listed by DD HOME REALTY INC
3402 NATALIE Drive
$400K · 0.3 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,412 sqft
3402 NATALIE Drive
Listed by UNITED REAL ESTATE GALLERY
10477 KEEGAN Court
$265K · 0.3 mi away
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,721 sqft
10477 KEEGAN Court
Listed by MAZEN HOMES, INC.
10812 JESSICA ASH Drive
$395K · 0.3 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,069 sqft
10812 JESSICA ASH Drive
Listed by ABA REAL ESTATE
3072 BESSENT Road
$149K · 0.3 mi away
2 bd · 1 ba · 896 sqft
3072 BESSENT Road
Listed by KASHMIRI REALTY AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Academy Park is an established townhome community off Academy Park Drive on the Northside of Jacksonville, in Duval County, near New Berlin Road. Homes here are generally described by online listing sources as three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath townhomes commonly cited around 1,492 square feet, typically on cul-de-sac lots with driveways and, for some units, a pond and green space at the rear, though exact configuration should be verified by address.

realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 33 homes in Academy Park that have changed hands since 2006, built between 2005 and 2006 (median 2006), with a median living area of about 1,524 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout; 94% are townhomes. Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida) closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

County records show 3 qualified sales in Academy Park across 2024–2025 (1 in 2024, 2 in 2025), median $189,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.

Because this is a resale market rather than new construction, each home trades on its own condition, updates, and lot position. A monthly HOA fee is reported by area listings, but the exact current amount was not independently confirmed in this fast pass. County parcel records also show at least one unit held by an LLC owner, indicating some investor or rental ownership mixed among owner-occupied units, so buyers should verify the specific parcel's ownership history, HOA standing, and any deed restrictions before making an offer.

The bigger picture is location. Academy Park sits a few minutes from River City Marketplace, close to Florida State College at Jacksonville's North Campus and the Amazon logistics facilities in the area, and within a manageable drive of both I-95 and I-295 and Jacksonville International Airport, giving it Northside convenience at a smaller, more affordable townhome price point than larger single-family resales nearby.

The Area Market

The market around Academy Park

In ZIP 32218 (Jacksonville), 1,056 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $315K ($173/sq ft), up 0.4% year over year, with a median 42 days on market. Right now 238 active and 105 pending listings put supply at about 3.9 months — a healthy market. See the live ZIP 32218 housing market and the Duval County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Academy Park specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Quick Match

Who Academy Park is best for.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a lower-maintenance, established resale townhome in a convenient Northside Jacksonville location
  • Buyers commuting to River City Marketplace, FSCJ North Campus, Northside logistics employers, or Jacksonville International Airport
  • Buyers comfortable verifying HOA dues, ownership type, and deed restrictions directly on the parcel before committing

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need new construction with a builder warranty and modern systems
  • Buyers who want a larger single-family home or a confirmed, amenitized HOA community with a pool or clubhouse
  • Buyers unwilling to do the homework on HOA status, ownership type, and older-unit condition
Market Pulse

How Academy Park is performing right now

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Live market metrics for Academy Park update as realMLS listings and sales post. Figures shown reflect current recorded activity; confirm specifics by address.

Live from realMLS, as of July 9, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Academy Park listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Academy Park buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Academy Park on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from realMLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

Drive times from Academy Park. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

River City Marketplace5 to 10 min · a few minutes' drive (sourced)
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)15 to 20 min · approximate
FSCJ North Campus10 to 15 min · approximate
I-95 / I-295 interchangeUnder 10 min · approximate
Downtown Jacksonville20 to 25 min · approximate
Jacksonville Beaches40 to 45 min · approximate

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

Explore more neighborhoods near Academy with Momentum Realty’s local guides.

CGCrestwood Gardens0.1 mi away · 23 homes, built 1966–87WWoodmont0.2 mi away · median $170K, 5 sales/12 moTrout River Station0.2 mi away · median $188K, 3 sales/12 moMullis Estates0.3 mi away · 36 homes, built 1941–22SPSibley Park0.3 mi away · 125 homes, built 1911–24, 1 for saleLem Turner0.4 mi away · 135 homes, built 1900–24, 1 for saleVictory Court0.4 mi away · 52 homes, built 1922–19Creekwood0.4 mi away

Browse all neighborhood guides →

Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Academy Park (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take
  • Duval County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Confirm current ratings before relying on them
  • Private and parochial options nearby

Academy Park is served by Duval County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

High

Jean Ribault High School (Duval County Public Schools); verify by address

Middle

Highlands Middle School; verify by address

Elementary

Garden City Elementary School; verify by address

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Academy Park address.

The takeaway

The story here is a settled, convenient Northside location rather than a headline event. Academy Park sits inside the established New Berlin Road corridor, minutes from River City Marketplace, ahead of newer construction further out on the Northside.

The Strategy

The Academy Park buying strategy.

If we were buying in Academy Park, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Pull the specific parcel's record with the Duval County Property Appraiser to confirm year built, square footage, lot position, and any recorded association or deed restrictions.

2

Confirm whether the specific address is owner-occupied rather than an LLC or investor-held rental, since county records show both nearby.

3

Get written confirmation from the listing agent or HOA management on current dues, what they cover, and whether a Community Development District applies.

4

Get a thorough inspection focused on roof age, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, since these vary across the community's roughly two-decade-old units.

5

Verify the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools by the home's address with Duval County Public Schools, since attendance zones change.

6

Get a bindable homeowners insurance quote for the exact address before you make an offer, given the age of the housing stock.

The Quick Decision
Best Buy
A well-maintained, owner-occupied unit with confirmed HOA standing and updated systems.
Biggest Risk
Buying without confirming HOA dues, exact ownership type, or older-unit systems condition.
Best Lot
Prioritize a cul-de-sac or pond-backing unit with documented updates over guessing from the listing alone.
Smart Timing
Resale-driven. Inventory is thin and individual, so move when the right condition and confirmed ownership type line up.
Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

The Homes

Type

Established resale townhomes

Size range

Commonly cited around 1,492 sq ft; verify exact square footage by address

Bedrooms

Commonly cited as 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath; verify configuration by address

Housing mix

Property records show both owner-occupied units and units held by investor/LLC owners; confirm ownership type on the specific parcel

Costs & Fees

HOA

Yes, a monthly HOA fee is reported by area listings; exact amount not independently confirmed in this fast pass, verify with the listing agent or HOA management

CDD

None identified; confirm on the parcel tax record

Property use

Mix of owner-occupied and investor-owned rental units reported nearby; confirm the specific parcel's use

Amenities

Marketed

No community-specific clubhouse or pool identified in this fast pass; several units back to ponds and common green space

Status

Verify any shared amenities or common areas with the HOA or listing agent

Location

Area

Northside Jacksonville, off Academy Park Drive near New Berlin Road

River City Marketplace

A few minutes' drive (sourced)

Airport (JAX)

About 15 to 20 min (approximate)

Academy Park Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Academy Park.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in Academy Park today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry

At the entry tier you are generally looking at the smaller or more original-condition townhomes in the community, where the value is in the low price point. Confirm condition and ownership type before you offer.

Lowest entry
The Core

In the core of the market you find updated townhomes with refreshed kitchens, baths, and mechanicals, representing the typical move-in resale here. This is where most recent activity tends to cluster.

Most inventory
The Top

At the top are the most fully updated units in the community, and any on quiet cul-de-sac or pond-backing lots. Confirm the exact size and condition on the specific parcel.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What your money buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Entry
At the entry tier you are generally looking at the smaller or more original-condition townhomes in the community, where the value is in the low price point. Confirm condition and ownership type before you offer.
The Core
In the core of the market you find updated townhomes with refreshed kitchens, baths, and mechanicals, representing the typical move-in resale here. This is where most recent activity tends to cluster.
The Top
At the top are the most fully updated units in the community, and any on quiet cul-de-sac or pond-backing lots. Confirm the exact size and condition on the specific parcel.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

What actually moves value in Academy Park: the age of the housing stock, how sales have been closing, who owns here, and the position. Read from Academy Park's own records, not a template.

15-Second Take
  • Comps are thin: price home by home, not from a community average
  • Preserve, corner and larger lots resell strongest

Closed-sale volume in Academy Park is too thin for a reliable price-per-square-foot or renovation premium (fewer than three recorded sales in the last 12 months). We price a specific home here against the nearest comparable communities and the home's own condition, not a community average.

The house can be renovated; the lot cannot. Preserve, corner, cul-de-sac and larger lots are the positions the market gives back at resale; interior lots on the busier streets are where buyers most often overpay for finishes. Price the lot first, then the house.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Academy Park holds value.

The factors that protect resale here, each scored from the data above.

Comparable depthThin: under 3 sales in 12 months

Data provided by realMLS. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Not a guarantee of future value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Academy Park

15-Second Take
  • Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
  • Misjudging the renovation budget
  • Overpaying for an interior lot
  • Underbudgeting the carrying costs
  • Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

1

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

2

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

3

Overpaying for an interior lot

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

4

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

5

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The value here is not a builder price sheet, it is doing the homework: confirming HOA standing, ownership type, and what it costs to carry.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

5.5C · Buy Score
Resale Strength5.2/10
Renovation Risk5.6/10
Location Efficiency6.4/10
Long-Term Defensibility4.8/10
Carrying Cost Advantage5.6/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Academy Park is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live realMLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No automated estimate, no guesswork.

Live realMLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.
About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)
$261 value$401 premium
Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from realMLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take
  • Homes are compact townhomes; verify exact square footage on the parcel.
  • Confirm current HOA dues and standing for a specific address.
  • Confirm whether the address is owner-occupied or LLC/investor-held.
  • Cul-de-sac and pond-backing lots tend to hold more appeal.
  • Roughly two-decade-old systems age varies; inspect carefully before you buy.

In a small, built-out resale townhome community like this, the durable differences between units are condition, lot position, and ownership type. Cul-de-sac lots and units backing to ponds and green space tend to hold more appeal than interior lots along the through streets. Because county records show a mix of investor and owner-occupied product, confirming exact ownership type and HOA standing directly avoids surprises after closing, and a thorough inspection is the main way to price in the age of the housing stock.

The 15-Second Verdict

Academy Park in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a lower-maintenance, established resale townhome in a convenient Northside Jacksonville location.
Biggest advantageA built-out Northside location near River City Marketplace and the I-95/I-295 interchange, priced for a townhome footprint.
Biggest riskBuying before confirming HOA dues, exact ownership type, and older-unit systems condition.
Sweet spotA documented, well-maintained, owner-occupied unit on a quiet cul-de-sac or pond-backing lot.
Avoid ifYou need new construction, more square footage, or cannot budget time to verify HOA standing and ownership type.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Academy Park homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Academy Park.
15-Second Take
  • HOA fee reported but not independently confirmed; verify the exact amount before you rely on it.
  • No CDD was identified, but confirm it on the parcel tax record.
  • No clubhouse or pool amenities were identified in this fast pass; some units back to ponds and green space.
  • Confirm whether the specific address is owner-occupied rather than LLC or investor-held.
  • Budget for a bindable Florida homeowners insurance quote before you buy.

A monthly HOA fee is reported by area listings for Academy Park, but the exact current amount was not independently confirmed in this fast pass. Confirm directly with the listing agent, HOA management, or a title search before you rely on it.

If dues apply, confirm in writing exactly what they cover, since no community-specific clubhouse or pool amenities were identified here in this fast pass beyond shared ponds and common green space. Do not assume facilities exist without verification.

No golf course or private club was identified for this community.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Academy Park buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxDuval County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Academy Park.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.
The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in Academy Park

Thinking of selling an Academy Park home?

Selling an established Northside townhome takes a real strategy, not an automated estimate. We will show you the honest math on how condition, ownership type, and location position your home against what is actually selling nearby.

Momentum listings (YTD)
97.98%
Sold-to-list ratio across the Jacksonville metro for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
Market average (YTD)
96.73%
The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
Momentum days on market
64 days
Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
Market days on market
72 days
The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus the Jacksonville metro average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Academy Park, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Waterside at River City, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

What is your Academy Park home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Academy Park matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

See homes for sale in Academy Park on the map →

Real comps, not an automated estimate.

Streets in this community

Street-level pages: every home on record, what sold and what is for sale on each street.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Academy Park year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Duval County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,848/mo
Duval County typical true cost to own
$110/mo
Duval County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Duval County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Live market metrics for Academy Park are being compiled from realMLS activity and will appear here as listings and sales post. For current county-level figures, see the market data links below.

Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Recent Developments in Academy Park

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Academy Park, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.

  1. October 2026
    Retail & Dining

    Council committee defers vote on incentives for Downtown Publix at 119 W. Beaver St.

    The Finance Committee deferred a $49.65 million incentive package for Gateway Jax's $140.15 million high-rise anchored by a Publix at 119 W. Beaver St. The tower is planned with 259 apartments and about 400 parking spaces. The committee is scheduled to revisit the bill Nov. 4, the day after the Amendment 3 vote.

    What it may mean for the marketThe timing of the first full-size grocery store in the Downtown core depends on the incentive vote, affecting nearby retail access. The project is about 7 miles south of Academy Park, elsewhere in Duval County.

    Source: Jacksonville Today
  2. September 2026
    Infrastructure

    JEA advances about $690 million in infrastructure projects including Fulton Cut transmission line raise near JAXPORT

    JEA is moving forward with three water reclamation projects (Blacks Ford in northwest St. Johns County, over $220 million; near Jacksonville International Airport, about $193 million; East Arlington, just under $165 million) and the $117 million Fulton Cut transmission line clearance over the St. Johns River near Blount Island. Fulton Cut, shared with JAXPORT and the city, is expected to finish in summer 2027 and all four projects by 2030.

    What it may mean for the marketRaised power lines support larger ship access to port terminals, and new reclamation capacity supports growth in surrounding areas. The site is about 11 miles east of Academy Park.

    Source: News4JAX
  3. September 2026
    Development

    Gateway Jax seeks more than $70 million in city incentives for Riverfront Plaza tower and Hotel Merrydelle

    Gateway Jax is requesting about $55.4 million in incentives for a 17-story, roughly $271.5 million Riverfront Plaza tower with 130 to 170 hotel rooms and 50 to 150 residences on Independent Drive. It also seeks a $15 million loan for the nearly $50 million renovation of the former Ambassador Hotel at 420 Julia Street. The Downtown Investment Authority board votes Sept. 16 and City Council has the final say.

    What it may mean for the marketIf approved, the projects would add hotel rooms, residences and restaurants along the Downtown riverfront. The site is about 8 miles south of Academy Park.

    Source: Jacksonville Today
  4. September 2026
    Development

    Downtown review board approves concept for first new University of Florida graduate campus building in LaVilla

    The Downtown Development Review Board voted 7-0 on Sept. 10 for a six to eight story, roughly 185,000 square foot academic building on a 2.34-acre site bounded by West Bay, Forsyth and North Lee streets. It is the first new building in a multiphase UF graduate and semiconductor institute campus estimated at $345 million. UF hopes to break ground in December, pending final design review and permitting.

    What it may mean for the marketA large graduate campus adds education and technology jobs and daytime foot traffic to the western Downtown core. The site is about 7 miles south of Academy Park.

    Source: Jacksonville Today
  5. July 2026
    Development

    Culinary Institute of America selects Jacksonville for Southeast campus

    News4Jax reported that the Culinary Institute of America chose downtown Jacksonville for its Southeast hub, to be located at 330 E. Bay Street on the Northbank riverfront. The campus would anchor a $160.5 million hotel and convention center development. The city previously approved up to $35 million in incentives, and the Downtown Investment Authority is finalizing agreements on design and property details.

    What it may mean for the marketAnchors a major downtown riverfront redevelopment that pairs an educational campus with hotel and convention space, adding institutional and commercial investment to the urban core alongside Riverfront Plaza and Pearl Square. The project is about 8 miles south of Academy Park, elsewhere in Duval County.

    Source: News4Jax
  6. April 2026
    Development

    Southeast Toyota opens $170M vehicle-processing facility at JAXPORT's Blount Island, adding 400-plus jobs

    Southeast Toyota Distributors dedicated a new vehicle processing facility at JAXPORT's Blount Island Marine Terminal in April 2026. The company put the investment at $170 million and said the facility created more than 400 full-time jobs, most of them hired locally.

    What it may mean for the marketA large new employment center on Blount Island adds sustained local job demand, a factor that has historically supported nearby housing absorption. The project is about 11 miles east of Academy Park, elsewhere in Duval County.

    Source: JAXPORT

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Academy Park a new-construction community?
No. It is an established Northside Jacksonville townhome community built roughly two decades ago. Homes here are resales.
What kind of homes are in Academy Park?
Online listing sources generally describe three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath townhomes commonly cited around 1,492 square feet on cul-de-sac lots, with some units backing to ponds. Confirm the exact configuration, square footage, and year built by address.
Is there an HOA?
A monthly HOA fee is reported by area listings, but the exact current amount was not independently confirmed in this fast pass. Confirm directly with the listing agent or HOA management before you rely on it.
Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?
No Community Development District was identified for this community. Confirm CDD status on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser before you rely on it.
Where exactly is Academy Park?
It is off Academy Park Drive on the Northside of Jacksonville, near New Berlin Road, in ZIP 32218, a few minutes from River City Marketplace.
Are all the homes owner-occupied?
No. County parcel records show at least some units held by LLC or investor owners alongside owner-occupied homes. Confirm the specific parcel's ownership history before you make an offer.
What should I check before buying a unit here?
Focus on roof age, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, since these vary across the community's roughly two-decade-old units. Get a thorough inspection and budget for updates where needed.
Is the area in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation is address-specific in this part of Jacksonville. Confirm the FEMA flood zone and get a bindable insurance quote for the exact unit before you commit.
What amenities does the community have?
No community-specific clubhouse or pool amenities were identified for Academy Park in this fast pass, though some units back to ponds and shared green space. Confirm any shared facilities directly with the HOA or listing agent.
What schools serve the community?
It is in Duval County Public Schools, with Jean Ribault High School generally serving the area at the high-school level. The zoned elementary, middle, and high schools should be verified by the specific address, since attendance zones change.
How is the commute to River City Marketplace and the airport?
Academy Park is a few minutes from River City Marketplace and roughly 15 to 20 minutes from Jacksonville International Airport. Other drive times on this page are approximate estimates.
How far is downtown Jacksonville or the beaches?
Downtown Jacksonville is roughly a 20 to 25 minute approximate drive, and the Jacksonville Beaches are roughly 40 to 45 minutes. Both are longer than the Northside commute but still manageable.
Is Academy Park gated or age-restricted?
There is no verified information that the community is gated, and it is not marketed as age-restricted or 55 plus.
What is the biggest risk of buying here?
Buying before confirming HOA dues, exact ownership type, and the condition of an older unit's systems. All are manageable with direct verification and a thorough inspection.
Should I get my own agent to buy a resale here?
Yes. An experienced agent helps you confirm HOA standing, ownership type, and condition against genuinely comparable sales, and represents your interests in the negotiation.
How current is the market data on this page?
This page will fill in with live realMLS data as sales in the community accrue. Until then, treat market figures as thin, and always confirm price and condition against genuinely comparable homes before you make an offer.
Who is the best real estate agent for Academy Park?
The best agent for Academy Park is one who actively works Jacksonville and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Academy Park.
How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Academy Park?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Academy Park and the wider Jacksonville area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Academy Park?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Academy Park purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Academy Park, and what county is it in?
Academy Park is in Jacksonville, Duval County, FL, ZIP 32218. The community's center is about 7 miles north of downtown Jacksonville (straight-line).
How far is Academy Park from downtown Jacksonville and the beach?
About 7 miles from downtown Jacksonville and about 17 miles from the Atlantic beach at Amelia Island (south end), both straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
The Verdict

Should you buy in Academy Park?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

You want a lower-maintenance, established resale townhome in a convenient Northside Jacksonville location.Excellent fit
You commute to River City Marketplace, FSCJ North Campus, Northside logistics employers, or Jacksonville International Airport.Excellent fit
You are willing to directly verify HOA dues, ownership type, and deed restrictions before you buy.Excellent fit
You can budget for inspection findings and updates typical of a roughly two-decade-old community.Excellent fit
You need new construction with a builder warranty and modern systems.Probably not
You want more square footage or a confirmed, amenitized HOA community with a pool or clubhouse.Probably not
You are not willing to verify the specific parcel's ownership type where LLC and investor-held units exist nearby.Probably not
You cannot budget for older-unit inspection findings or Florida insurance costs.Probably not

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