Black Hammock
Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL
All 4,458 homes for sale in Jacksonville, FL · median $299,900 · 117 homes for sale in 32226 · Duval County homes for sale
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As of November 2026, the MLS records 12 closed sales in Black Hammock in Jacksonville, FL since 2012, the most recent in September 2024. Across Jacksonville as a whole, 12,703 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $304,990, 43 median days on market, with 4,150 homes for sale today. At that median and Duval County's FY2025-26 rate of 17.86 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,450 ($4,710 with the full homestead exemption).
Price here is driven by condition and vintage, not a uniform product. With a build range spanning 1914 to 2024 and a median year built of 1998, Black Hammock is a mix of much older stock and newer construction, so two homes of similar size can trade well apart depending on how they've been updated. There is no single price band to quote — the spread is real, and it tracks the work each house has or hasn't had done.
The ownership pattern matters for market posture: with roughly 70% homestead, most owners live in what they own, which tends to hold inventory tighter than a rental-heavy area. For buyers, that means fewer distressed or turnkey-flip listings and more owner-maintained homes. For sellers, a well-updated home stands out against the older, un-renovated portion of the stock — condition is your lever.
Figures in this note are as of July 12, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Black Hammock 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.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Black Hammock is a 282-home pocket of Jacksonville in Duval County with a wide age range of housing and a median living area just over 2,000 square feet, so both older character homes and newer builds are in play.
realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 11 homes in Black Hammock that have changed hands since 2001, built between 1972 and 2004 (median 1997), with a median living area of about 1,782 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.
County records show 16 qualified sales in Black Hammock across 2024–2025 (12 in 2024, 4 in 2025), median $585,000 — 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.
Who Black Hammock is best for.
Best for
- Buyers comfortable weighing renovation costs on an older home against a move-in-ready one
- Owner-occupants planning to stay, who value a predominantly homestead area
- Buyers who want size options around 2,000+ square feet across multiple build eras
Probably not for
- Buyers who want only new construction with matching finishes and layouts
- Investors hunting a high volume of turnkey rental inventory
- Buyers who need a tight, predictable price band before touring
The market around Black Hammock
Black Hammock is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32226, 151 homes are on the market and 24% are under contract — a steady corner of Jacksonville.
Across Duval County, 4,343 homes are active and 1,482 pending (25% under contract).
In ZIP 32226 (Jacksonville), 180 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $379K ($190/sq ft), up 1.1% year over year, with a median 53 days on market. Right now 66 active and 17 pending listings put supply at about 4.4 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32226 housing market and the Duval County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Black Hammock specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
The Black Hammock buying strategy.
If we were buying in Black Hammock today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
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.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
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 Black Hammock.
A mixed-vintage market where condition sets price
The defining feature here is the age spread. Homes date as far back as 1914 and as recent as 2024, with the midpoint at 1998. That means you'll walk through original older houses, mid-cycle builds, and recent construction in the same search. Expect to underwrite each home on its own merits — systems, roof, and updates vary widely, and the median size near 2,052 square feet gives you a useful baseline to compare against.
With about 70% of homes owner-occupied, turnover is comparatively measured and much of the stock shows owner upkeep rather than investor churn. Buyers should be ready to move on the genuinely updated listings and should price older, un-renovated homes with renovation cost in mind. Sellers with a well-kept or improved home have a clear differentiator in a market this varied.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Black Hammock. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community where value hinges on vintage and condition rather than a tidy price band, our job is to compare the right homes against each other and flag the ones where the age of the systems doesn't match the asking price. We know how a 1998-median market with stock reaching back to 1914 actually trades, and we'll tell you when a listing is priced for its finishes and when it's priced for its address.
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Housing distress & ownership in Black Hammock, Jacksonville
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
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.
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Streets in this community
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- Sawpit Road (3 homes on record)
- Shellcracker Road (2 homes on record)
- Shark Road (1 homes on record)
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Recent Developments in Black Hammock
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Black Hammock, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Retail & Dining
Hotel, restaurants and retail proposed to replace vacant Neptune Beach Kmart
TriBridge Residential plans Town Center West at the former Kmart, 500 Atlantic Blvd., with a hotel, two restaurants, and office and retail space after demolishing the building. The project is described as a $100 million-plus investment and still needs variances and development plan approval. Design and permitting would take roughly 9 to 12 months once approvals are in hand.
What it may mean for the marketRedeveloping a long-vacant big-box site on Atlantic Boulevard could add dining, lodging and shopping options close to the Beaches' central corridor. The project is about 14 miles south of Black Hammock, elsewhere in Duval County.
Source: Jacksonville Today - October 2026Civic
Nassau committee proposes data center zoning district with no county incentives
A draft county report released Oct. 21 rejects both a ban and the status quo, proposing a new industrial park-data center zoning district, no county incentives or tax abatements, and disclosure of water and power needs. Siting would prioritize proximity to 500-kilovolt transmission lines, and developers would pay infrastructure costs. Workshops run Oct. 26 and Nov. 9, with a Planning and Zoning hearing Dec. 1 and commission hearings Dec. 14 and Jan. 25 under a June moratorium.
What it may mean for the marketThe rules will determine where large power-and-water-intensive industrial users can locate in western Nassau, shaping future land use and utility demand. The site is about 8 miles northwest of Black Hammock.
Source: Fernandina Observer - September 2026Infrastructure
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 9 miles south of Black Hammock.
Source: News4JAX - August 2026Builder Activity
Century Communities adds Hidden Lake and Mills Bridge communities in Nassau County
Century closed on Hidden Lake near Amelia Walk, a planned 275-unit community on 80-foot lots, its second self-developed community in Nassau County. It also plans Mills Bridge, a 144-home community on 40 and 50 foot lots, with sales projected to begin in Q1 2027. Its 247-unit Concourse Crossing in Fernandina Beach sold its last home in Q1 2026.
What it may mean for the marketNew-home inventory in the Fernandina Beach area is increasing, with different lot sizes serving different buyer budgets. The site is about 7 miles north of Black Hammock.
Source: Nassau NewsLine - April 2026Development
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 9 miles south of Black Hammock, elsewhere in Duval County.
Source: JAXPORT - February 2026Infrastructure
JAXPORT details $250M Blount Island modernization and record cargo in 2026 State of the Ports
At its February 2026 State of the Ports address, JAXPORT outlined a $250 million modernization of Blount Island's container and vehicle-handling capabilities and reported record fiscal-2025 cargo volumes. The port also said an air-draft expansion to accommodate larger ships is on track to finish by the end of 2026.
What it may mean for the marketContinued heavy investment in the Blount Island port complex anchors long-term industrial employment on the northeast side, a structural demand driver for the surrounding area. The site is about 9 miles south of Black Hammock.
Source: News4Jax
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.
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Data sources & freshness
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (4 streets, ZIP 32226)) |
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-11-12 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2012 (12 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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