Armstrong Acres in Jacksonville

Armstrong Acres
Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Community in Jacksonville · Duval County · ZIP 32208
197 homesBuilt 1908–2023
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Built fromLive realMLS data23 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, the MLS records 30 closed sales in Armstrong Acres in Jacksonville, FL since 2003, the most recent in September 2025. Recorded prices across those 30 sales ran from $9,000 to $170,000 (median $57,500), on homes of 672 to 2,058 sq ft. Across Jacksonville as a whole, 8,840 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $310,000, 44 median days on market, with 2,388 homes for sale today. At that median and Duval County's FY2025-26 rate of 17.86 mills, annual property tax runs about $1,030.

Live · Armstrong Acres Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
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Ownership and context
29%
Owner-occupied · Armstrong Acres
62 of 211 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
71%
Non-owner-occupied · Armstrong Acres
incl. 31% trust or LLC-held · 17% out-of-state
197
Homes in the community
plus 14 vacant residential lots · 211 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 23 years of records
13
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $134K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 1908
Community established
homes built 1908-2023, median 1959 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Armstrong Acres is an older Jacksonville market where price is driven by condition, not floor plan. With a median year built of 1957 and stock reaching back as far as 1908, the spread between a renovated home and a deferred-maintenance project is wide, and that variance — not location premiums — explains most of what you'll see in list prices here.

For buyers, the work is in vetting each property individually: roof, systems, and structure will tell you more than the asking price. For sellers, a genuinely updated home stands out in a pool where much of the inventory is aging, and that condition gap is your leverage. Expect to price to the actual state of the house, not to a neighborhood average.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Armstrong Acres 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.

8764 3RD Avenue
$125K · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,248 sqft
8764 3RD Avenue
Listed by GPS HOMES REALTY LLC
8720 4TH Avenue
$140K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,150 sqft
8720 4TH Avenue
Listed by EXP REALTY LLC
8903 WASHINGTON Avenue
$96K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,024 sqft
8903 WASHINGTON Avenue
Listed by VIRTUALTY REAL ESTATE
8951 ADAMS Avenue
$100K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,350 sqft
8951 ADAMS Avenue
Listed by OPENDOOR BROKERAGE, LLC.
8617 3RD Avenue
$115K · 0.3 mi away
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,048 sqft
8617 3RD Avenue
Listed by VIRTUALTY REAL ESTATE
9037 WASHINGTON Avenue
$110K · 0.3 mi away
2 bd · 2 ba · 871 sqft
9037 WASHINGTON Avenue
Listed by LA ROSA REALTY NORTH FLORIDA, LLC.

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

The 60-Second Overview

This is a compact, established pocket of Duval County with 438 homes and a modest median footprint around 1,276 square feet — small, older houses where the story is age and upkeep rather than size.

realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 9 homes in Armstrong Acres that have changed hands since 2006, built between 1923 and 1961 (median 1950), with a median living area of about 1,134 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 1-bath layout; 89% are single-family homes. 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 13 qualified sales in Armstrong Acres across 2024–2025 (10 in 2024, 3 in 2025), median $134,000 — 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

  • Renovators who want an older, right-sized home and can budget for updates
  • Investors seeking properties in a market with an established rental presence
  • Value-focused buyers willing to inspect thoroughly and price to condition

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need newer construction and modern layouts
  • Anyone unwilling to carry inspection and renovation costs on an aging home
  • Buyers seeking large square footage above the modest median footprint here

The market around Armstrong Acres

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

In ZIP 32208, 212 homes are on the market and 28% are under contract — a steady corner of Jacksonville.

Across Duval County, 3,905 homes are active and 1,695 pending (30% under contract).

In ZIP 32208 (Jacksonville), 379 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $162K ($127/sq ft), up 9.5% year over year, with a median 44 days on market. Right now 67 active and 47 pending listings put supply at about 3.8 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32208 housing market and the Duval County market.

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

Housing distress & ownership in Armstrong Acres, 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 8 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-04 → 2026-09-13)

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.

If we were buying in Armstrong Acres 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

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

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 Armstrong Acres.

Best Buy
Buyers comfortable with older homes and the work they may need.
Biggest Risk
Aging stock and a high rental share raise the odds of deferred maintenance.
Sweet Spot
A renovated mid-century home priced to its true condition.
Avoid If
You want move-in-ready newer construction with minimal upkeep.

An older housing stock with a long build history

The build range runs from 1908 to 2024, but the median year built of 1957 tells you where the weight sits: this is a mature area with a handful of newer infill scattered among decades-old homes. At a median of roughly 1,276 living square feet, these are generally right-sized, not sprawling, and layouts reflect the era they were built in.

A homestead share near 30% means the majority of these homes are not owner-occupied under homestead exemption — a signal of a market with meaningful rental and investor presence. That can mean more turnover and more properties sold as-is, so budgeting for inspection and updates matters more here than in a newer, owner-heavy community.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Armstrong Acres. 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 market this condition-sensitive, the difference between a fair deal and an expensive surprise is knowing what a 1957-era home should cost to bring current. We walk properties with that lens, help you read the true state of roof and systems before you commit, and price sellers to the actual condition of their home rather than a neighborhood blur.

Armstrong Acres in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers comfortable with older homes and the work they may need.
Biggest advantageA wide condition spread means room to find value if you vet carefully.
Biggest riskAging stock and a high rental share raise the odds of deferred maintenance.
Sweet spotA renovated mid-century home priced to its true condition.
Avoid ifYou want move-in-ready newer construction with minimal upkeep.

HOA, CDD & Fees

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 Armstrong Acres sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Armstrong Acres

Homes in Armstrong Acres 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. 1 on record.

Armstrong Acres Market Scorecard

No active listings

Armstrong Acres is currently a no active listings market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

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Months supply
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Median list
$35,000
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Typical home value in the 32208 ZIP is $150,128, about 24.4% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Armstrong Acres?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 197 homes plus 14 vacant residential lots in Armstrong Acres (public records).
What share of Armstrong Acres is owner-occupied?
29% of Armstrong Acres parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Armstrong Acres built?
Homes in Armstrong Acres were built between 1908 and 2023, with a median year built of 1959 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Armstrong Acres?
The best agent for Armstrong Acres 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 Armstrong Acres.
How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Armstrong Acres?
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 Armstrong Acres and the wider Jacksonville area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Armstrong Acres?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Armstrong Acres purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Renovators who want an older, right-sized home and can budget for updatesExcellent fit
Investors seeking properties in a market with an established rental presenceExcellent fit
Value-focused buyers willing to inspect thoroughly and price to conditionExcellent fit
Buyers who need newer construction and modern layoutsProbably not
Anyone unwilling to carry inspection and renovation costs on an aging homeProbably not
Buyers seeking large square footage above the modest median footprint hereProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsrealMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 5, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 32208/32218))
Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-09-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2003 (30 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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Schools serving nearby communities

We do not have a confirmed school assignment for Armstrong Acres. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 32208; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.

Assignments from district data for neighboring communities; grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades (2025-26).

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