Alden Trace in Jacksonville

Alden Trace
Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

All 4,026 homes for sale in Jacksonville, FL · median $299,900 · 155 homes for sale in 32246 · Duval County homes for sale

Community in Jacksonville · Duval County · ZIP 32246
236 homesBuilt 1984–1993
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As of October 2026, Alden Trace in Jacksonville, FL has 2 homes for sale. Homes listed or recently sold were built 1985–1987; none of the 4 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 38 ft).

Live · Alden Trace Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
12.0mo
Supply
3 to 6 months is the balanced band
0%
Under contract
Duval: 28% (1,522 of 5,475)
2 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
2
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 7 a year
Ownership and context
62%
Owner-occupied · Alden Trace
147 of 236 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
38%
Non-owner-occupied · Alden Trace
incl. 8% trust or LLC-held · 6% out-of-state
236
Homes in the community
236 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 25 years of records
14
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $220K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 1984
Community established
homes built 1984-1993, median 1986 (FL DOR 2025)
0.8%/yr
Turnover rate
about 2 of 236 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Alden Trace is a Duval County community of 236 homes built mainly between 1984 and 1993, with a median year built of 1986. That puts the typical home at roughly four decades old, which means condition and update history will drive value here more than square footage alone. At a median living area of about 1,235 square feet, these are compact floor plans by current standards, so buyers comparing homes on a price-per-square-foot basis should expect real spread depending on how much of the original systems and finishes have been replaced.

About 62% of homes in Alden Trace carry a homestead exemption, pointing to a base of owner-occupied property rather than a market driven by short-term rental turnover. For sellers, that pattern of longer ownership can mean fewer very recent, directly comparable sales to point to. For buyers, it means evaluating each listing on its own maintenance record and disclosure history rather than assuming one home's condition mirrors its neighbor's.

Alden Trace Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of October 1, 2026

Alden Trace right now

🟢 Buyer-leaning market. 12.0 months of supply and 0% of the inventory already under contract give buyers above-average negotiating leverage.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of realMLS records, as of October 1, 2026. Confidence: Low (2 active and pending listings, 2 closed sales in 12 months).

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· Updated October 2, 2026 · Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Built out mostly in the mid-1980s, Alden Trace is one of Duval County's established housing stocks, where value is shaped more by decades of upkeep than by new construction.

County records show 14 qualified sales in Alden Trace across 2024–2025 (8 in 2024, 6 in 2025), median $220,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • A buyer prioritizing a smaller, easier-to-maintain floor plan over maximum square footage.
  • A buyer comfortable budgeting for near-term updates to systems on a home built decades ago.
  • A buyer looking for a longer-term hold in a community where ownership tends to be long-held rather than transient.

Probably not for

  • A buyer who needs move-in-ready systems with no near-term replacement risk.
  • A buyer who requires a larger living area than roughly 1,235 square feet.
  • A buyer expecting rapid turnover and abundant very recent comparable sales to benchmark against.

The market around Alden Trace

Alden Trace is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32246, 207 homes are on the market and 24% are under contract — a steady corner of Jacksonville.

Across Duval County, 3,953 homes are active and 1,522 pending (28% under contract).

In ZIP 32246 (Jacksonville), 743 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $315K ($217/sq ft), down 2.1% year over year, with a median 41 days on market. Right now 154 active and 49 pending listings put supply at about 3.9 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32246 housing market and the Duval County market.

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

Housing distress & ownership in Alden Trace, Jacksonville

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 11 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-08-12 → 2026-10-01)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Alden Trace

Live MLS inventory for Alden Trace. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Alden Trace listings as of 2026-10-01, priced high to low. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from realMLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

Schools

In short
  • Duval County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Atlantic Coast High School (Duval County Public Schools); verify by address · High
  • Kernan Middle School; verify by address · Middle
  • Kernan Trail Elementary School; verify by address · Elementary

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Alden Trace listings and can change; always confirm with Duval County Public Schools for a specific address.

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

If we were buying in Alden Trace today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Use your leverage. With inventory sitting, there is room to negotiate on anything dated or overpriced and to ask for repairs or a rate buydown.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Alden Trace.

Best Buy
Buyers focused on condition-driven value in an established, modest-footprint community.
Biggest Risk
Homes built between 1984 and 1993 are now at the age where major systems may need replacement.
Sweet Spot
A buyer who wants a smaller, manageable footprint and is comfortable evaluating each home on its own upkeep.
Avoid If
You want a larger floor plan or newly built systems as a baseline, not a renovation project.

Small Footprint, Long Ownership

The homes in Alden Trace span a fairly tight construction window, 1984 to 1993, with a median year built of 1986. That consistency in age means most of the community is now due for the same category of decisions: roofs, HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical that are approaching or past typical service life. A buyer's inspection should focus less on layout and more on what has already been replaced.

At a median of about 1,235 square feet, living space here is modest relative to newer Duval County construction, which keeps maintenance and utility costs proportionate to the smaller footprint. Combined with a homestead share of roughly 62%, the picture is a community of long-held, owner-occupied homes where turnover is more occasional than constant.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Alden Trace. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a community built within a tight nine-year window, the difference between listings comes down to what has been updated and what has not. We walk each Alden Trace property against its age and condition profile rather than treating it as interchangeable with the last comp, and we negotiate accordingly on the aspects a spec sheet will not show you.

Alden Trace in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers focused on condition-driven value in an established, modest-footprint community.
Biggest advantageA consistent construction era makes it straightforward to compare a home's systems against its age.
Biggest riskHomes built between 1984 and 1993 are now at the age where major systems may need replacement.
Sweet spotA buyer who wants a smaller, manageable footprint and is comfortable evaluating each home on its own upkeep.
Avoid ifYou want a larger floor plan or newly built systems as a baseline, not a renovation project.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Alden Trace 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 Alden Trace.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Alden Trace sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Alden Trace

Homes in Alden Trace that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 2 on record.

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

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.

How much local inventory is already under contract

23% of homes for sale in ZIP 32246 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-10-01).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alden Trace a buyer's or seller's market right now?
As of October 1, 2026, Alden Trace leans toward buyers: 12.0 months of supply at the current sales pace (realMLS live counts).
How many homes are in Alden Trace?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 236 homes in Alden Trace (public records).
What share of Alden Trace is owner-occupied?
62% of Alden Trace parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Alden Trace built?
Homes in Alden Trace were built between 1984 and 1993, with a median year built of 1986.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
What schools serve Alden Trace?
Alden Trace is served by Duval County Public Schools, typically Atlantic Coast High School (Duval County Public Schools); verify by address, Kernan Middle School; verify by address and Kernan Trail Elementary School; verify by address. Confirm the exact zoning by address with the district.
Who is the best real estate agent for Alden Trace?
The best agent for Alden Trace is one who actively works Jacksonville and knows the community's pricing, fees, 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 Alden Trace.
How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Alden Trace?
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 Alden Trace and the wider Jacksonville area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Alden Trace?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Alden Trace purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Alden Trace, and what county is it in?
Alden Trace is in Jacksonville, Duval County, FL, ZIP 32246. The community's center is about 9 miles east of downtown Jacksonville (straight-line).
How far is Alden Trace from downtown Jacksonville and the beach?
About 9 miles from downtown Jacksonville and about 7 miles from the Atlantic beach at Atlantic Beach, both straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
How many homes has Momentum Realty sold in Alden Trace?
Momentum Realty's agents closed 1 home in Alden Trace for buyers and sellers in the last 12 months (brokerage closed records through September 2026). The count is our brokerage's own closed transactions and is refreshed nightly; it is not a market total.
A buyer prioritizing a smaller, easier-to-maintain floor plan over maximum square footage.Excellent fit
A buyer comfortable budgeting for near-term updates to systems on a home built decades ago.Excellent fit
A buyer looking for a longer-term hold in a community where ownership tends to be long-held rather than transient.Excellent fit
A buyer who needs move-in-ready systems with no near-term replacement risk.Probably not
A buyer who requires a larger living area than roughly 1,235 square feet.Probably not
A buyer expecting rapid turnover and abundant very recent comparable sales to benchmark against.Probably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsrealMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 1, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (7 streets, ZIP 32216/32246/32299))
Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-10-01
Schools2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2001 (170 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of realMLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Thinking of selling in Alden Trace? 2 recorded closings (window ending 2026-10-01). See the Duval County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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