Bayard in Green Cove Springs

Bayard
Homes for Sale in Green Cove Springs, FL

All 410 homes for sale in Green Cove Springs, FL · median $379,695 · 412 homes for sale in 32043 · Clay County homes for sale

Community in Green Cove Springs · Clay County · ZIP 32043
37 homesBuilt 1950–2019
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As of September 2026, Bayard Tract in Green Cove Springs, FL has 1 home for sale. As of September 2026, the MLS records 13 closed sales in Bayard Tract in Green Cove Springs, FL since 2005, the most recent in April 2024. Across Green Cove Springs as a whole, 788 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $357,291, 60 median days on market, with 228 homes for sale today. At that median and Clay County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.05 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,380 ($4,780 with the full homestead exemption).

Last 30 days in Bayard: 1 new listing (median asking $82,990), 1 under contract right now. As of September 22, 2026, realMLS.

Live · Bayard Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
50%
Under contract
Clay: 26% (464 of 1,764)
1 · 1
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
36%
Owner-occupied · Bayard
14 of 39 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
64%
Non-owner-occupied · Bayard
incl. 15% trust or LLC-held · 3% out-of-state
37
Homes in the community
plus 2 vacant residential lots · 39 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 21 years of records
Est. 1950
Community established
homes built 1950-2019, median 1985 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Bayard Tract sits in Green Cove Springs, in the western Clay County corridor where price is driven less by any single street and more by condition and lot. With no median or inventory figure in front of me for this snapshot, I'd read this as a market you price from the home outward — recent updates, structure, and land carry the number here, not a neighborhood premium.

For a buyer, that means underwriting each listing on its own merits rather than assuming a going rate. For a seller, it means condition and presentation do the heavy lifting; the address alone won't set the price. Come in with a clear read on comparable sales and be ready to justify the number with the house itself.

The 60-Second Overview

Bayard Tract is a Green Cove Springs pocket in Clay County — a location play more than a brand-name subdivision, where the appeal is placement in the western corridor rather than a fixed price tier.

realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 13 homes in Bayard that have changed hands since 2001, built between 1942 and 2000 (median 1974), with a median living area of about 1,392 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout. 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.

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

  • Buyers prioritizing lot size and a quieter Clay County setting over commute time
  • Buyers comfortable underwriting each home individually rather than paying a fixed neighborhood rate
  • Sellers with an updated, well-presented home willing to justify price on condition

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need a short commute to central Jacksonville
  • Buyers wanting a uniform, like-for-like subdivision with predictable pricing
  • Buyers unwilling to scrutinize condition before committing to a number

The market around Bayard

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

In ZIP 32043, 567 homes are on the market and 24% are under contract — a steady corner of Green Cove Springs.

Across Clay County, 1,300 homes are active and 464 pending (26% under contract).

In ZIP 32043 (Green Cove Springs), 1,152 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $334K ($183/sq ft), down 3.7% year over year, with a median 65 days on market. Right now 274 active and 119 pending listings put supply at about 3.9 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32043 housing market and the Clay County market.

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

Housing distress & ownership in Bayard Tract, Green Cove Springs

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 25 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-04 → 2026-09-22)

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 Bayard

Live MLS inventory for Bayard. 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 Bayard listings as of 2026-09-22, priced high to low. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Tap any home to ask about it.

Community amenities as reported across realMLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.

Schools

In short
  • Clay County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Charles E. Bennett · Elementary
  • Green Cove Springs · Middle
  • Clay · High

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

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

If we were buying in Bayard 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 Bayard.

Best Buy
Buyers who want Clay County land and setting over Jacksonville proximity.
Biggest Risk
Wide condition variation from home to home makes blind pricing dangerous.
Sweet Spot
A well-kept home on a solid lot underwritten against matching comps.
Avoid If
You need a short commute to central Jacksonville job centers.

Reading Bayard Tract on its own terms

This is Green Cove Springs, and that carries a particular Clay County trade-off: you're trading proximity to the denser Jacksonville job centers for lot size and a quieter setting. That trade-off is the real story here, and it shows up in how you should shop — you are buying access to the corridor and the land as much as the structure.

Because this is a spread-out area rather than a uniform tract of like-for-like homes, expect variation from one listing to the next. Two properties a short distance apart can differ meaningfully in condition, land, and improvements. Price accordingly: the comps you lean on should match the actual house, not just the ZIP.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Bayard. 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 pocket like Bayard Tract, where value is condition- and land-driven rather than set by a single going rate, the work is in the comps and the walkthrough. We price each home on what it actually is, tell you when a listing is overreaching, and steer you away from a deal that doesn't hold up under scrutiny.

Bayard in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want Clay County land and setting over Jacksonville proximity.
Biggest advantageA quieter corridor position with room that denser suburbs don't offer.
Biggest riskWide condition variation from home to home makes blind pricing dangerous.
Sweet spotA well-kept home on a solid lot underwritten against matching comps.
Avoid ifYou need a short commute to central Jacksonville job centers.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Bayard 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 Bayard.
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 Bayard sales matched to your home.

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Real comps, not an automated estimate.
How much local inventory is already under contract

25% of homes for sale in ZIP 32043 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 (2026-09-23).

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Bayard?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 37 homes plus 2 vacant residential lots in Bayard (public records).
What share of Bayard is owner-occupied?
36% of Bayard parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Bayard built?
Homes in Bayard were built between 1950 and 2019, with a median year built of 1984.5 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Bayard?
The best agent for Bayard is one who actively works Green Cove Springs 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 Bayard.
How do I find a top Green Cove Springs real estate agent who knows Bayard?
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 Bayard and the wider Green Cove Springs area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Bayard?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Bayard purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Bayard, and what county is it in?
Bayard is in Green Cove Springs, Clay County, FL, ZIP 32043. The community's center is about 2 miles east of the center of Green Cove Springs (straight-line).
How far is Bayard from downtown Jacksonville and the beach?
About 25 miles from downtown Jacksonville and about 24 miles from the Atlantic beach at South Ponte Vedra Beach, both straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Buyers prioritizing lot size and a quieter Clay County setting over commute timeExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable underwriting each home individually rather than paying a fixed neighborhood rateExcellent fit
Sellers with an updated, well-presented home willing to justify price on conditionExcellent fit
Buyers who need a short commute to central JacksonvilleProbably not
Buyers wanting a uniform, like-for-like subdivision with predictable pricingProbably not
Buyers unwilling to scrutinize condition before committing to a numberProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsrealMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 22, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32043))
Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-09-22
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2005 (13 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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