Benton
Lakes Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Established resale homes · Jacksonville · ZIP 32257

A resale single-family community built out from around 2011 in Jacksonville's Mandarin/Sunbeam area, with lots that back to internal lakes and easy access to Old St. Augustine Road and I-295.

Established resaleJacksonville, Duval County3 to 5 bedrooms
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Jon's Current Read

"Benton Lakes is a newer-era resale community, built out starting around 2011, so it sits between an entry-level older resale and a true new-construction purchase. The case for it rests on lot character, several homes back to the community's lakes, and location on the Old St. Augustine Road corridor with quick I-295 access. Because current MLS activity in this specific pocket is thin in our feed, lean on a fresh comparative market analysis rather than the general figures here before pricing an offer."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Benton Lakes is a single-family resale community in the Mandarin/Sunbeam area of Jacksonville, in Duval County, built out beginning around 2011 and continuing through the mid-2010s. Homes here run larger than an older Duval resale pocket, generally about 2,100 to 3,400 square feet with 3 to 5 bedrooms, on interior streets reached from Ilah Road off Hood Road.

Because this is a resale community from a more recent building era, the homes carry more modern layouts than an older Mandarin-area subdivision, with several listings describing screened patios and fenced yards, some overlooking the community's lakes and natural water features. Interior condition and updates vary by owner, so verify the specific home's improvements before you rely on general impressions of the community.

The location sits on the Old St. Augustine Road corridor near Hood Road, close to Losco Regional Park and a short drive to I-295 at Exit 3. That gives day-to-day convenience without a confirmed shared amenity package; no clubhouse or community pool was identified in the listings reviewed, and HOA status, while likely given the community's era, was not confirmed and should be verified independently.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a larger-footprint resale home built more recently than most of Duval County's older subdivisions
  • Buyers who want a lot backing to a lake or water feature within an established single-family community
  • Buyers comfortable evaluating an individual home's condition and update history rather than relying on a shared amenity package

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need a confirmed community pool, clubhouse, or fitness amenity
  • Buyers who want the certainty of a fully documented HOA structure before they shop
  • Buyers focused only on new construction with a builder warranty

How Mandarin is performing right now

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Live market metrics for Benton Lakes 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 Mandarin 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 Benton Lakes buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

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

The takeaway

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

Losco Regional Park5 to 10 min · same corridor (sourced)
Old St. Augustine Road shopping and dining5 to 10 min · approximate
I-295 at Exit 3 (Old St. Augustine Road)5 to 10 min · approximate
Downtown Jacksonville25 to 30 min · approximate

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

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

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

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Mandarin (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

Mandarin 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

Mandarin High School (Duval County Public Schools, verify by address)

Middle

Mandarin Middle School (Duval County Public Schools, verify by address)

Elementary

Mandarin Oaks Elementary School (Duval County Public Schools, verify by address)

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

The takeaway

Benton Lakes does not have a dedicated news cycle of its own; the relevant story is the broader Mandarin/Sunbeam area's steady growth and the cost pressures facing Florida homeowners generally.

Recent Developments in Benton Lakes

Our read on what is being built around Mandarin, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishNeutral to modestly positive. Location and the community's lake-lot character support steady interest, but buyers should weigh insurance costs and confirm HOA status into their offer.

Mandarin/Sunbeam area growth

Ongoing, 2020s
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

The wider Mandarin and Sunbeam corridor of southeast Jacksonville has continued to see steady residential demand along Old St. Augustine Road. That supports baseline interest in established pockets like Benton Lakes, though it does not by itself change any individual home's value.

Florida homeowners insurance costs

2026
BearishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Region

Florida homeowners insurance premiums have remained elevated statewide. Even a community built starting around 2011 can see cost pressure from roof age and prior claims history, so get a bindable quote for the specific home before you commit.

Market conditions for mid-2010s-era resale homes

2026
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Resale homes from this era in established Duval County pockets typically compete on lot quality and condition rather than age alone. Because current MLS activity for this specific pocket is thin in our feed, confirm recent comparable sales directly rather than relying on citywide averages.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

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

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    Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

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

    1

    Get a fresh comparative market analysis from recent Mandarin/Sunbeam-area closings rather than relying on citywide or dated figures.

    2

    Verify HOA status and, if one exists, get the current dues amount and what it covers in writing before you buy.

    3

    Get a bindable Florida homeowners insurance quote for the specific home before you commit, especially for a home backing to water.

    4

    Confirm CDD status on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser.

    5

    Verify the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for the home's address with Duval County Public Schools.

    Best Buy
    A well-maintained home on a lot backing to one of the community's lakes.
    Biggest Risk
    Unconfirmed HOA structure and Florida insurance costs on a home built starting around 2011.
    Best Lot
    Favor lots with lake frontage or a private rear yard; confirm any HOA or deed restriction status before you assume one way or the other.
    Smart Timing
    Not phase- or release-driven; price against recent individual comparable sales.
    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 single-family

    Era

    Built roughly 2011 to the mid-2010s

    Size range

    About 2,100 to 3,400 sq ft

    Bedrooms

    3 to 5

    Costs & Fees

    HOA

    Likely, given the community's era; amount not confirmed, verify with the HOA management company or a title search

    CDD

    None identified in listings reviewed; confirm on the parcel tax record

    Property use

    Primarily long-term resident ownership based on home size and era

    Amenities

    Marketed

    No community-wide clubhouse or pool amenity identified; homes feature screened patios and fenced yards, some overlooking the community's lakes

    Status

    No shared amenity center found in listings reviewed

    Location

    Area

    Mandarin/Sunbeam area of Jacksonville, Duval County, near Old St. Augustine Road, Hood Road, and Ilah Road

    I-295

    A short drive via Old St. Augustine Road (Exit 3)

    Losco Regional Park

    Nearby, in the same corridor

    The takeaway

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

    The Entry

    The smaller homes in the community, generally around 2,100 to 2,300 square feet with 3 to 4 bedrooms, based on recent listings reviewed.

    Lowest entry
    The Core

    Mid-sized homes with documented updates, typically 2,300 to 2,800 square feet, often on an interior lot without direct lake frontage.

    Most inventory
    The Top

    The larger homes in the community, up to roughly 3,400 square feet with 5 bedrooms, often on a lot backing to one of the community's lakes. Verify the exact size and lot position on the specific listing.

    Strongest resale

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

    The Entry
    The smaller homes in the community, generally around 2,100 to 2,300 square feet with 3 to 4 bedrooms, based on recent listings reviewed.
    The Core
    Mid-sized homes with documented updates, typically 2,300 to 2,800 square feet, often on an interior lot without direct lake frontage.
    The Top
    The larger homes in the community, up to roughly 3,400 square feet with 5 bedrooms, often on a lot backing to one of the community's lakes. Verify the exact size and lot position on the specific listing.

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

    15-Second Take
    • Renovation math decides the deal
    • Better lots and views resell strongest
    • Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
    • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
    Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
    Operator Note

    Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

    Home ageBuilt starting around 2011
    Typical footprint2,100 to 3,400 sq ft
    Lot characterSeveral lots back to internal lakes
    Update statusVaries by owner, verify per listing
    HOA clarityNot confirmed, verify before buying

    Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

    Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
    Operator Note

    The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

    5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Mandarin

    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.

    The value here is not new-construction pricing, it is a more recent build era and a lake lot, inside an established resale market.

    Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
    6.4B- · Buy Score
    Resale Strength6.0/10
    Renovation Risk6.2/10
    Location Efficiency6.6/10
    Long-Term Defensibility5.8/10
    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.

    Why our read on Mandarin 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.

    Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

    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 generally larger-footprint, single-family, built starting around 2011.
    • Lot position, lake frontage versus interior, is a real differentiator between homes.
    • Interior condition varies by owner; verify update history per listing.
    • HOA status was not confirmed; verify independently before you buy.
    • Screened patios and fenced yards are common; confirm what is included on the specific home.

    In a resale community like Benton Lakes, the building stock shares a similar era but not identical condition, so the durable differences between homes are the lot position and the individual owner's maintenance history. Lots that back to one of the community's lakes tend to carry more resale appeal than interior lots, and a documented update history on the roof and systems carries real weight against a comparable home. Because HOA status was not confirmed in listings reviewed, verify any deed restrictions and dues directly before you assume one way or the other.

    Mandarin in 15 seconds.

    Best forBuyers who want a larger, more recently built resale home in the Mandarin/Sunbeam area.
    Biggest advantageA more modern build era than most Duval resale pockets, with several lake-view lots.
    Biggest riskHOA status and dues are not confirmed here and need direct verification before you buy.
    Sweet spotA well-maintained home on a lot backing to the community's lakes.
    Avoid ifYou need a confirmed shared amenity package or new-construction pricing.

    HOA, CDD & Fees

    15-Second Take
    • HOA status not confirmed; verify independently before you buy.
    • No CDD identified in listings reviewed; confirm on the parcel's tax record.
    • No community-wide clubhouse or pool amenity identified.
    • Several lots back to the community's internal lakes and water features.
    • Budget for Florida homeowners insurance; get a bindable quote for the specific home.

    HOA status was not confirmed in the listings reviewed for this community. Given the community's era, built starting around 2011, an HOA is likely, but verify the exact requirement and current dues amount with the HOA management company or a title search before you buy.

    If an HOA is confirmed, get the current dues amount and exactly what it covers in writing, since no shared clubhouse or pool amenity was identified in the listings reviewed.

    There is no golf course or private club associated with this community.

    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.

    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 Mandarin, condition and view decide your number

    Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping The Junction, 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.

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    Real comps, not an automated estimate.

    Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

    Median sale prices in Benton Lakes 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.

    $1,614/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.

    Live market metrics for Benton Lakes 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.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Benton Lakes a new or established community?
    It is an established resale community. Homes here were built starting around 2011 and the community continued to develop through the mid-2010s, so this is a resale market, not new construction.
    How big are the homes in Benton Lakes?
    Listings reviewed run roughly 2,100 to 3,400 square feet, generally single-family, with 3 to 5 bedrooms.
    Is there an HOA in Benton Lakes?
    HOA status was not confirmed in the listings reviewed. Given the community's era, an HOA is likely, but verify the exact requirement and current dues with the HOA management company or a title search before you buy.
    Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?
    No Community Development District was identified in listings reviewed. Confirm on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser.
    What amenities does the community have?
    No community-wide clubhouse or pool amenity was identified in listings reviewed. Several lots feature screened patios and fenced yards, with some overlooking the community's internal lakes.
    What condition are the homes in?
    Condition varies by owner. Verify the specific home's update history before you rely on general impressions of the community.
    What schools serve the community?
    The community is in the Mandarin/Sunbeam area zoned to Duval County Public Schools. Based on nearby schools serving the 32257 area, likely zoned schools include Mandarin Oaks Elementary School, Mandarin Middle School, and Mandarin High School, but verify the exact zoned schools for a specific address with Duval County Public Schools, since attendance zones can change.
    How is the location?
    Benton Lakes sits near Old St. Augustine Road and Hood Road in the Mandarin/Sunbeam area of Jacksonville, close to Losco Regional Park and a short drive from I-295 at Exit 3. Downtown Jacksonville is roughly 25 to 30 minutes away.
    What is the biggest risk of buying here?
    Unconfirmed HOA status, plus the cost of Florida homeowners insurance, which can be a factor on any home regardless of build era. Verify HOA details and get a bindable insurance quote before you commit.
    How should I evaluate a specific home here?
    Focus on lot position, homes backing to one of the community's lakes tend to carry more appeal than interior lots, and get a clear picture of what has and has not been updated.
    Should I get my own agent for a resale purchase like this?
    Yes. Your own agent can help you evaluate condition, compare recent closings, and negotiate based on what an inspection finds, rather than relying on a listing description alone.
    How current is the data on this page?
    Live MLS activity for this specific pocket is thin in our current feed. The figures on this page are directional; confirm current active listings, recent closings, and pricing directly before you make an offer.
    Who is the best real estate agent for Benton Lakes?
    The best agent for Benton Lakes 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 Benton Lakes.
    How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Benton Lakes?
    Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Benton Lakes and the wider Jacksonville area.
    Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Benton Lakes?
    Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Benton Lakes purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
    You want a larger-footprint resale home built more recently than most of Duval County's older subdivisions.Excellent fit
    You value a lot with lake frontage inside an established single-family community.Excellent fit
    You are comfortable verifying HOA status directly before you buy.Excellent fit
    You prefer the Mandarin/Sunbeam corridor's access to Old St. Augustine Road and I-295.Excellent fit
    You need a confirmed community pool, clubhouse, or fitness amenity.Probably not
    You need certainty about HOA status before you can consider a purchase.Probably not
    You want new-construction pricing and a builder warranty.Probably not
    You are not prepared to verify the specific home's condition and update history.Probably not

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    We respond personally, usually the same day.

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    Median sale price in Benton Lakes, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.
    Photography on this page is sourced from active and recently sold MLS listings in this community and remains the property of the listing brokerage and/or photographer. Source: Data provided by realMLS.

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