Captiva
Bluff Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Established Duval County resale · Jacksonville · ZIP 32226

An established single-family resale community in the Oceanway area of northeast Jacksonville, on larger homesites off New Berlin Road, with some homesites backing to Caney Branch Creek, a St. Johns River tributary.

Established resaleOceanway, Jacksonville, Duval CountyLarger homesites
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Jon's Current Read

"Captiva Bluff is a resale play in the Oceanway area of northeast Jacksonville, a corridor of larger-lot single-family subdivisions built out along New Berlin Road since the early 2000s. The differentiator against typical Duval County resale stock is lot size and, for a subset of homesites, direct frontage on Caney Branch Creek, which public listings describe as tidal water reaching the St. Johns River. That waterfront exposure is not universal across the community, so confirm whether a specific homesite actually backs to the creek before you weigh it in your offer. The location thesis is proximity to the River City Marketplace retail corridor and a short run to I-95, near the Nassau County line, rather than downtown commute times."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Captiva Bluff is an established single-family resale community in the Oceanway area of northeast Jacksonville, in Duval County, with homes built roughly in the early to mid 2000s. Public listing aggregators show homes ranging from about 1,800 to 3,800 square feet on larger homesites, with some lots running roughly a half acre.

A subset of homesites backs to Caney Branch Creek, which public listings describe as tidal water with navigable access to the St. Johns River, and some of those homes have private docks. That is a real, verifiable feature of part of the community, not the whole of it, so confirm water access and dock rights on the specific address you are considering rather than assuming it applies community-wide.

The community is governed by a homeowners association; an exact current dues figure is not published here and should be confirmed directly with the association before you buy. The bigger picture is location: Captiva Bluff sits near the New Berlin Road corridor and the River City Marketplace retail area, with a short run to I-95 and the Nassau County line, which is the durable case for the area regardless of any single home's finishes.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established single-family resale on a larger homesite in northeast Jacksonville
  • Buyers interested in a homesite with direct creek access to the St. Johns River, where available
  • Buyers who want proximity to the River City Marketplace retail corridor and a short run to I-95

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need a short commute to downtown Jacksonville or the urban core
  • Anyone assuming every homesite in the community has waterfront access; only some do
  • Buyers who want a large, active-amenity community with an on-site clubhouse or golf course

How Captiva Bluff is performing right now

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Live market metrics for Captiva Bluff 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 Captiva Bluff 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 Captiva Bluff 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.

River City Marketplace retail corridor10 to 15 min · approximate
I-955 to 10 min · approximate
I-295 North Beltway10 to 15 min · approximate
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)15 to 20 min · approximate
Downtown Jacksonville25 to 30 min · approximate, via I-95
Nassau County line (Yulee)10 to 15 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
Captiva Bluff (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

Captiva Bluff 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

First Coast High School (Duval County Public Schools); verify by address

Middle

Oceanway Middle School (verify by address)

Elementary

New Berlin Elementary School or Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School (verify by address)

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

The takeaway

The story here is corridor growth and water access. Northeast Jacksonville's Oceanway area has continued to build out along New Berlin Road, while the community's Caney Branch Creek frontage remains a fixed, limited feature for the subset of homesites that have it.

Recent Developments in Captiva Bluff

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

Net OutlookBullishNet stable for an established community in a growing corridor, with retail and highway access improving faster than the housing stock itself changes.

Northeast Jacksonville corridor growth

Evergreen
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Corridor

The River City Marketplace retail corridor and surrounding northeast Jacksonville area have continued to add retail and services, which supports everyday convenience for an established community like this one.

Florida insurance and closing costs

2026
NeutralMajor impact
SignificanceRadius: Region

Florida homeowners insurance remains a real underwriting line item statewide, and waterfront or near-creek homesites can carry additional flood-insurance considerations. Get a bindable quote for the specific address before you commit.

Established resale market conditions

2026
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

As a built-out, early 2000s community, Captiva Bluff does not compete against new-construction inventory. Resale value depends on individual home condition, lot position, and whether a homesite carries creek frontage.

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 Captiva Bluff, 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 Captiva Bluff, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

    1

    Confirm whether the specific homesite you are considering actually backs to Caney Branch Creek and includes dock rights before you weigh that in your offer.

    2

    Request the homeowners association's current dues amount, budget, and any pending special assessments before you make an offer.

    3

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

    4

    Get a bindable homeowners insurance quote for the specific home, including flood-zone status if the homesite is near the creek.

    5

    Confirm whether the community is gated and review current HOA rules with the association directly.

    Best Buy
    An established home on a larger homesite, with confirmed creek frontage if waterfront access matters to you.
    Biggest Risk
    Assuming every homesite has creek access, or underestimating flood-insurance costs near the water.
    Best Lot
    Homesite position drives the differentiation here; confirm water frontage and lot size on the specific address.
    Smart Timing
    Resale-driven and thin. Move when a well-priced, well-positioned home appears rather than waiting on new supply.
    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 community

    Era

    Built roughly in the early to mid 2000s

    Size range

    About 1,800 to 3,800 sq ft (public listing aggregators)

    Lots

    Larger homesites; some run roughly a half acre

    Costs & Fees

    HOA

    Yes, a homeowners association; exact current dues not published, confirm with the association

    CDD

    None identified; confirm on the parcel tax record

    Property use

    Primary residences

    Amenities

    Marketed

    No golf course or clubhouse identified

    Status

    Not confirmed as gated; verify current access with the association

    Location

    Area

    Oceanway area of northeast Jacksonville, Duval County, off New Berlin Road near the Nassau County line

    I-95

    About 5 to 10 min (approximate)

    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

    Smaller homes in the community run toward the lower end of the roughly 1,800 to 3,800 square foot range, a straightforward entry point without confirmed creek frontage.

    Lowest entry
    The Core

    Mid-size homes fall in the middle of the community's size range, generally on the community's standard larger homesites.

    Most inventory
    The Top

    The largest homes reach toward the top of the roughly 1,800 to 3,800 square foot range, and homesites with confirmed Caney Branch Creek frontage and dock access command the most attention.

    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
    Smaller homes in the community run toward the lower end of the roughly 1,800 to 3,800 square foot range, a straightforward entry point without confirmed creek frontage.
    The Core
    Mid-size homes fall in the middle of the community's size range, generally on the community's standard larger homesites.
    The Top
    The largest homes reach toward the top of the roughly 1,800 to 3,800 square foot range, and homesites with confirmed Caney Branch Creek frontage and dock access command the most attention.

    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 address; verify
    Homesite sizeLarger than typical area lots
    Water access (where present)Confirm by address
    Insurance and flood riskVerify current status
    Corridor locationNear River City Marketplace and I-95

    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 Captiva Bluff

    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 release, it is the right homesite, especially if creek frontage to the St. Johns River is part of what you are buying.

    Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
    6.6B- · Buy Score
    Resale Strength6.2/10
    Renovation Risk6.8/10
    Location Efficiency6.4/10
    Long-Term Defensibility6.6/10
    Carrying Cost Advantage6.4/10

    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 Captiva Bluff 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
    • Homesites here are larger than typical Duval County resale lots, with some running roughly a half acre.
    • Only a subset of homesites backs to Caney Branch Creek; confirm before assuming waterfront access.
    • Creek-frontage lots with dock access carry the most attention on resale.
    • Interior, non-waterfront lots are still larger than average for the area.
    • Confirm flood-zone status for any homesite near the creek before you buy.

    In Captiva Bluff, the durable differentiator between homesites is lot size and water access rather than home age, since most homes were built in the same early to mid 2000s window. Homesites backing to Caney Branch Creek, with its tidal connection to the St. Johns River, are the most distinct product in the community and the ones most likely to include a private dock, but they are a subset of the community, not the whole of it. Interior, non-waterfront lots are still larger than typical resale lots in the wider area. Confirm flood-zone status and any flood-insurance requirements for a creek-adjacent homesite before you commit.

    Captiva Bluff in 15 seconds.

    Best forBuyers who want an established northeast Jacksonville resale on a larger homesite, with or without creek frontage.
    Biggest advantageLarger lots and, for some homesites, direct creek access to the St. Johns River.
    Biggest riskAssuming waterfront access applies community-wide, or underweighting flood-insurance costs near the creek.
    Sweet spotA well-kept home on a larger homesite with confirmed water access, if that matters to you.
    Avoid ifYou need a short downtown commute or an on-site amenity clubhouse.

    HOA, CDD & Fees

    15-Second Take
    • HOA yes; get the current dues amount in writing from the association.
    • No CDD was identified, but confirm it on the parcel's tax record.
    • No golf course or clubhouse amenity was identified.
    • Some homesites back to Caney Branch Creek; confirm water access on the specific address.
    • Budget for Florida homeowners insurance, including flood coverage if the home is near the creek.

    Captiva Bluff is governed by a homeowners association. An exact current dues figure is not published here; confirm the amount and what it covers with the association before you buy.

    Confirm in writing, but HOA dues in established communities like this generally fund common-area upkeep and architectural standards. No on-site clubhouse or shared amenity facility was identified.

    There is no golf course or clubhouse identified for 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 Captiva Bluff, condition and view decide your number

    Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Yellow Bluff Landing, 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.

    What is your Captiva Bluff home worth?

    Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Captiva Bluff matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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    Real comps, not an automated estimate.

    Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

    Median sale prices in Captiva Bluff 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 Captiva Bluff 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 Captiva Bluff a new-construction community?
    No. It is an established single-family resale community built roughly in the early to mid 2000s in the Oceanway area of northeast Jacksonville.
    Does every home in Captiva Bluff have creek or water access?
    No. A subset of homesites backs to Caney Branch Creek, which public listings describe as tidal water reaching the St. Johns River, and some of those include private docks. Confirm water access on the specific address before you assume it applies.
    Is there an HOA?
    Yes, a homeowners association governs the community. An exact current dues amount is not published here; confirm it directly with the association.
    Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?
    No Community Development District was identified for this community. Confirm CDD status on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser.
    What amenities does the community have?
    No golf course or on-site clubhouse was identified for this community.
    Is the community gated?
    Gated status was not confirmed. Verify current access and entry details with the association.
    How big are the homes?
    Public listing aggregators show a range of roughly 1,800 to 3,784 square feet across the community. Verify exact size for any specific address.
    What schools serve the community?
    It is in Duval County Public Schools, with First Coast High School serving the wider area; verify the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools by address.
    How is the commute to River City Marketplace and I-95?
    Captiva Bluff sits roughly 10 to 15 minutes from the River City Marketplace retail corridor and roughly 5 to 10 minutes from I-95, both approximate drive times.
    How far is downtown Jacksonville?
    Downtown Jacksonville is roughly a 25 to 30 minute approximate drive via I-95. Other drive times on this page are approximate estimates.
    What is the biggest risk of buying here?
    Assuming a homesite has creek or water access when it does not, or underestimating flood-insurance costs for a homesite that is near Caney Branch Creek. Verify both before you buy.
    Should I get my own agent to buy here?
    Yes. An experienced agent helps you confirm whether a specific homesite has real creek frontage, compare the home against genuinely comparable sales, and represent your interests in the negotiation.
    How current is the market data on this page?
    This page has thin or no live realMLS sales history for this community so far. Always confirm price, condition, and water access against genuinely comparable sales before you make an offer.
    Who is the best real estate agent for Captiva Bluff?
    The best agent for Captiva Bluff 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 Captiva Bluff.
    How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Captiva Bluff?
    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 Captiva Bluff and the wider Jacksonville area.
    Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Captiva Bluff?
    Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Captiva Bluff purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
    You want an established resale on a larger homesite in northeast Jacksonville.Excellent fit
    You are specifically seeking creek frontage to the St. Johns River and will confirm it on the exact address.Excellent fit
    You value proximity to the River City Marketplace corridor and a short run to I-95.Excellent fit
    You are comfortable underwriting HOA dues and, if relevant, flood-insurance costs before buying.Excellent fit
    You need a short commute to downtown Jacksonville.Probably not
    You want a large, active-amenity community with an on-site clubhouse or golf course.Probably not
    You are assuming every home here has water access without verifying it.Probably not
    You need new-construction inventory rather than an established resale.Probably not

    Get the inside read on Captiva Bluff

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    We respond personally, usually the same day.

    You are all set.

    A Momentum Realty Captiva Bluff specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

    Median sale price in Captiva Bluff, 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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