Blackwood
Forest Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Established resale single family homes · Jacksonville · ZIP 32257

An established single family resale subdivision in the Mandarin area of south Jacksonville, built for buyers who want a settled street near the San Jose Boulevard corridor rather than a builder's price sheet.

Established resaleMandarin, JacksonvilleSingle family
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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
This is a settled resale subdivision, not a new construction release. Home size, bedroom count, and lot details vary by address, so verify specifics on the parcel record before you rely on them.
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Blackwood Forest is a resale play on a single street in the Mandarin area, not a builder market. Because this is not a new construction community, the value driver is the individual home, its condition, updates, and lot, rather than a phase price list. The location thesis is the submarket itself, proximity to San Jose Boulevard gives residents a short drive to the wider Mandarin and Southside retail and job corridor. Confirm HOA dues, any CDD on the parcel, and current condition before you underwrite a home here."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Blackwood Forest is an established single family subdivision centered on Blackwood Forest Drive in the Mandarin area of south Jacksonville, in Duval County. Home size, bedroom count, and year built vary by address; confirm the specifics for any given home on the Duval County Property Appraiser's parcel record before relying on them.

Because this is a resale community rather than new construction, each home trades on its own condition, updates, and lot rather than on a builder price sheet. A Blackwood Forest Homeowners Association is registered with the state, so confirm current dues and what, if anything, they cover before you buy; no shared community amenities were identified in available listing sources, which points to a straightforward, non amenitized single family subdivision.

The bigger picture is location. The Mandarin area sits on Jacksonville's south side near San Jose Boulevard, a corridor that connects to the wider Mandarin and Southside retail and job base. That everyday convenience, paired with an established resale setting on a quieter street, is the core of the neighborhood's appeal.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established single family resale in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville
  • Buyers who prefer a straightforward neighborhood without a heavy amenity package
  • Buyers who value proximity to San Jose Boulevard and the broader Mandarin retail corridor

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a new construction home with a builder warranty
  • Buyers who need a community pool, clubhouse, or other shared amenities
  • Buyers unwilling to verify home size, year built, and HOA dues by address before making an offer

How Jacksonville is performing right now

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
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Live market metrics for Blackwood Forest update as realMLS listings and sales post. Figures shown reflect current recorded activity; confirm specifics by address.

Live from realMLS, as of July 10, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Jacksonville 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 Blackwood Forest 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.

Downtown Jacksonville25 to 30 min · approximate
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)35 to 40 min · approximate
St. Johns Town Center15 to 20 min · approximate
San Jose Boulevard retail corridor5 to 10 min · approximate
Jacksonville beaches40 to 50 min · approximate
Mayo Clinic (San Pablo)30 to 35 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
Jacksonville (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

Jacksonville 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 (verify by address)

Elementary

Mandarin Oaks Elementary School (verify by address)

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The takeaway

The story here is a settled Mandarin submarket rather than a fast changing one. This part of south Jacksonville has built out over recent decades, and the current focus for owners is carrying cost rather than new development.

Recent Developments in Blackwood Forest

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

Net OutlookBullishNet stable for an established, built out single family street. Watch insurance cost and general Jacksonville resale market conditions, which move the carrying cost math on an older home more than headline appreciation does.

Mandarin area growth, already built out

Evergreen
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

The Mandarin area of south Jacksonville is largely built out, so there is limited new construction competition directly inside the subdivision. Demand here tends to track the broader Southside job base rather than new supply.

Insurance cost trends

2026
BearishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Region

Florida homeowners insurance costs have trended higher in recent years statewide. For an established resale home, get a bindable insurance quote and confirm roof age and condition before you commit, since both directly affect monthly carrying cost.

Resale market conditions

2026
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

As an established resale subdivision, pricing here moves with individual home condition and the broader Jacksonville resale market rather than with a builder's release schedule. Compare a specific home against genuinely similar, recently sold homes before making an offer.

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 Blackwood Forest, 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 Jacksonville, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

    1

    Pull the specific home's parcel record with the Duval County Property Appraiser to confirm year built, square footage, lot size, and any recorded deed restrictions.

    2

    Contact the Blackwood Forest Homeowners Association directly for current dues and coverage in writing before you buy.

    3

    Get a thorough home inspection, including roof age and condition, before you make an offer.

    4

    Verify the zoned elementary, middle, and high schools by the exact address with Duval County Public Schools, since attendance zones change.

    5

    Get a bindable homeowners insurance quote for the specific home before you make an offer.

    Best Buy
    An updated home on a well positioned lot with clean inspection and insurance results.
    Biggest Risk
    Underestimating deferred maintenance, roof age, or insurance cost on an established resale home.
    Best Lot
    Single family lots; the differentiator is the individual lot and home condition, not a builder phase.
    Smart Timing
    Resale driven. Inventory is thin and individual, so move when the right home and condition align.
    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 single family resale

    Era

    Resale stock; confirm exact year built on the parcel record

    Size range

    Varies by home; confirm square footage on the parcel record

    Bedrooms

    Varies by home; confirm by address

    Costs & Fees

    HOA

    Yes, Blackwood Forest Homeowners Association is a registered entity; confirm current dues and coverage with the association

    CDD

    None identified; confirm on the parcel tax record

    Property use

    Primary residences (typical for this subdivision type); confirm by address

    Amenities

    Marketed

    No community amenities identified in available listings

    Status

    Appears to be a non amenitized single family subdivision; confirm with the HOA what dues cover

    Location

    Area

    Mandarin area, south Jacksonville, Duval County

    San Jose Boulevard

    Nearby arterial corridor connecting toward Old St. Augustine Road

    Downtown Jacksonville

    About 25 to 30 min (approximate)

    The takeaway

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

    The Entry

    At the entry tier you are generally looking at original condition homes that have not been updated, where the value is in the price point and the upside is in updating the home over time.

    Lowest entry
    The Core

    In the core of the market you find homes with refreshed kitchens, baths, or flooring. This is the typical move in resale home on this street.

    Most inventory
    The Top

    At the top are the more fully updated homes and any on a preferred lot within the subdivision. Confirm condition and exact square footage on the specific home.

    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
    At the entry tier you are generally looking at original condition homes that have not been updated, where the value is in the price point and the upside is in updating the home over time.
    The Core
    In the core of the market you find homes with refreshed kitchens, baths, or flooring. This is the typical move in resale home on this street.
    The Top
    At the top are the more fully updated homes and any on a preferred lot within the subdivision. Confirm condition and exact square footage on the specific home.

    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 conditionVaries by home
    HOA duesNot confirmed, verify
    Renovation upsideInterior updates typical
    Lot positionVerify by address
    Insurance and roof exposureConfirm roof age

    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 Jacksonville

    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 a builder price sheet, it is an established address: the right home, a sound inspection, and a documented history.

    Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
    5.7C · Buy Score
    Resale Strength5.5/10
    Renovation Risk5.7/10
    Location Efficiency6.5/10
    Long-Term Defensibility5.4/10
    Carrying Cost Advantage5.7/10

    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 Jacksonville 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 individually owned single family resales on individual lots.
    • Lot position and condition are the closest analog to a durable differentiator.
    • Confirm current HOA dues and what they maintain for the street.
    • Check for deferred maintenance on the home and roof.
    • Confirm lot size and boundaries on the parcel record before you buy.

    In an established single family resale subdivision like this one, there is no builder phase to compare against, so the durable differentiator is the individual home and its lot, condition, updates, roof age, and position on the street. Because a specific dues figure was not independently confirmed, verify current HOA dues and what they cover before you rely on any assumption about shared maintenance.

    Jacksonville in 15 seconds.

    Best forBuyers who want an established single family resale home in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville.
    Biggest advantageA settled street with proximity to the San Jose Boulevard corridor.
    Biggest riskDeferred maintenance, roof age, or insurance cost on an older, individually owned resale home.
    Sweet spotAn updated home on a well positioned lot with a clean inspection and documented maintenance history.
    Avoid ifYou need a new construction home, a builder warranty, or a community amenity package.

    HOA, CDD & Fees

    15-Second Take
    • An HOA exists (Blackwood Forest Homeowners Association); get current dues in writing.
    • No CDD was identified, but confirm it on the parcel tax record.
    • No shared community amenities were identified in available listings.
    • Get a bindable homeowners insurance quote for the specific home.
    • Confirm roof age and condition as part of your inspection.

    Blackwood Forest Homeowners Association is a registered Florida non-profit corporation, so an association does exist for this street. A current dues amount was not independently confirmed in available listing sources; get the exact figure and what it covers in writing from the association before you buy.

    No shared community amenities were identified in available listings, so there is no clear evidence of an amenity fee structure here. Confirm directly with the association or the seller's disclosures what, if anything, dues cover.

    There is no golf course or private country club identified for this subdivision.

    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 Jacksonville, condition and view decide your number

    Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Natures Forest, 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 Blackwood Forest 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 Blackwood Forest 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 Blackwood Forest a new construction community?
    No. It is an established single family subdivision centered on Blackwood Forest Drive in the Mandarin area of south Jacksonville. Homes here are resales rather than new builds.
    What kind of homes are in Blackwood Forest?
    Single family resale homes. Size, bedroom count, and year built vary by address; confirm the specifics for any given home on the Duval County Property Appraiser's parcel record.
    Is there an HOA?
    Yes. Blackwood Forest Homeowners Association is registered with the state. A current dues amount was not independently confirmed in available listing sources; get the exact figure and coverage in writing from the association before you buy.
    Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?
    No Community Development District was identified for this subdivision. Confirm CDD status on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser before you rely on it.
    What amenities does the community have?
    No shared community amenities were identified in available listing sources. This appears to be a straightforward single family subdivision without a shared amenity package; confirm with the association what dues cover, if any.
    What should I check before buying a home here?
    Pull the parcel record for year built, square footage, and lot size, get a thorough inspection including roof age and condition, and confirm current HOA dues before you make an offer.
    What schools serve the community?
    It is in Duval County Public Schools, with Mandarin High School and Mandarin Middle School serving this ZIP at those levels, and Mandarin Oaks Elementary School at the elementary level. Verify the zoned schools by the exact address, since attendance zones change.
    How is the commute to downtown Jacksonville?
    Downtown Jacksonville is roughly a 25 to 30 minute approximate drive from this part of Mandarin. Other drive times on this page are approximate estimates.
    What is nearby along San Jose Boulevard?
    San Jose Boulevard carries much of the Mandarin area's retail and everyday services, and connects toward the broader Southside job base.
    Is Blackwood Forest gated or age restricted?
    There is no verified information that the subdivision is gated, and it is not marketed as age restricted or 55 plus.
    What is the biggest risk of buying here?
    Underestimating deferred maintenance, roof age, or insurance cost on an established resale home. Get a thorough inspection and a bindable insurance quote before you commit.
    How does buying here compare to a new construction home elsewhere in Jacksonville?
    You are generally trading a builder warranty and predictable new systems for an established lot and a settled street. Verify the individual home's age, systems, and condition rather than assuming new construction standards.
    Should I get my own agent to buy a resale home here?
    Yes. An experienced agent helps you judge home condition, updates, and lot position against genuinely comparable sales and represents your interests in the negotiation.
    How current is the market data on this page?
    This page will fill in with live realMLS data as sales on this street accrue. Until then, treat market figures as thin, and always confirm price and condition against genuinely comparable homes before you make an offer.
    Who is the best real estate agent for Blackwood Forest?
    The best agent for Blackwood Forest 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 Blackwood Forest.
    How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Blackwood Forest?
    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 Blackwood Forest and the wider Jacksonville area.
    Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Blackwood Forest?
    Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Blackwood Forest purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
    You want an established single family resale home in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville.Excellent fit
    You prefer a straightforward street without a heavy amenity package.Excellent fit
    You value proximity to San Jose Boulevard and the broader Mandarin retail corridor.Excellent fit
    You are comfortable judging an individual resale home on its own condition and documentation.Excellent fit
    You need a new construction home and a builder warranty.Probably not
    You want a community pool, clubhouse, or other shared amenities.Probably not
    You are unwilling to verify home size, year built, and HOA dues before buying.Probably not
    You need a large pool of identical new homes for easy price comparison.Probably not

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    Median sale price in Blackwood Forest, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.
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