Courtyards
Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Courtyards is a small enclave in Jacksonville — just 45 homes on record — built between 1988 and 1997, with a median year built of 1996, so the community leans toward the later end of that build window. Median living space runs about 1,290 square feet, which puts this squarely in compact, lower-maintenance territory rather than larger-footprint product. Current MLS listings show no identified community amenities, so this reads as a straightforward housing stock rather than an amenity-driven purchase.
About 62.2% of homes here carry a homestead exemption, which points to owner-occupancy as the norm rather than investor or rental churn. That posture typically means fewer homes turning over at any given time, so buyers watching this pocket should expect a thinner, slower-moving pool of active listings than in more investor-heavy communities nearby.
Figures in this note are as of July 15, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
The 60-Second Overview
Courtyards is a compact, 45-home pocket of Jacksonville built out between 1988 and 1997, with no distinct community amenities identified in current MLS listings — the appeal here rests on the homes and location, not a shared amenity package.
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 Courtyards is best for.
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing a smaller, lower-maintenance home over maximum square footage.
- Buyers comfortable in a no-frills community with no shared amenities.
- Buyers who value a majority owner-occupied setting over investor-heavy turnover.
Probably not for
- Buyers set on a home built outside the 1988–1997 range.
- Buyers who want community amenities like a pool or clubhouse included.
- Buyers wanting a floor plan well above the 1,290 square foot median.
The market around Courtyards
Courtyards is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32233, 116 homes are on the market and 22% are under contract — a steady corner of Jacksonville.
Across Duval County, 4,391 homes are active and 1,538 pending (26% under contract).
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Courtyards specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Courtyards by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the Courtyards subdivision: 17 homes on record; built 1986–1997; typical size about 1,178 heated sq ft; 2 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: condo 70%, single-family 17%, townhome 5%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 2 | $108,000 |
| 2007 | 1 | $154,900 |
| 2015 | 1 | $66,500 |
| 2021 | 2 | $197,450 |
| 2022 | 1 | $245,000 |
| 2023 | 1 | $240,000 |
Newest recorded sale: $240,000 on 2023-08-31.
Recorded data as of 2026-09-12; counts cover addresses tagged to this subdivision in the public record, not every parcel. Not an appraisal.
Housing distress & ownership in Courtyards, 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.
The Courtyards buying strategy.
If we were buying in Courtyards 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 Courtyards.
Small Footprint, Owner-Held Turnover
Courtyards holds just 45 homes, built between 1988 and 1997 with a median year built of 1996 — meaning the newer end of that window makes up more of the current housing stock than the older end. Median living space across the community is about 1,290 square feet, a footprint that skews toward smaller, lower-maintenance homes rather than larger square-footage product.
About 62.2% of homes carry a homestead exemption, indicating owner-occupancy is the norm here rather than investor or rental ownership. Current MLS listings show no identified community amenities — no clubhouse, pool, or other shared facility tied to the neighborhood — so any appeal has to come from the homes and location themselves.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Courtyards. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a small, 45-home community with no listed amenities and a majority-owner-occupied base (62.2% homestead), pricing and comparables require more legwork than in a larger subdivision. Momentum's Northeast Florida team tracks the individual sales here directly rather than leaning on generic neighborhood data, which matters when a community this size produces a thin comparable set.
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Data sources & freshness
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-10-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2001 (27 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.
Recent Developments in Courtyards
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Courtyards, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- October 2026Retail & Dining
Council committee defers vote on incentives for Downtown Publix at 119 W. Beaver St.
The Finance Committee deferred a $49.65 million incentive package for Gateway Jax's $140.15 million high-rise anchored by a Publix at 119 W. Beaver St. The tower is planned with 259 apartments and about 400 parking spaces. The committee is scheduled to revisit the bill Nov. 4, the day after the Amendment 3 vote.
What it may mean for the marketThe timing of the first full-size grocery store in the Downtown core depends on the incentive vote, affecting nearby retail access. The project is about 15 miles west of Courtyards, elsewhere in Duval County.
Source: Jacksonville Today - 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 7 miles west of Courtyards.
Source: News4JAX - September 2026Development
Gateway Jax seeks more than $70 million in city incentives for Riverfront Plaza tower and Hotel Merrydelle
Gateway Jax is requesting about $55.4 million in incentives for a 17-story, roughly $271.5 million Riverfront Plaza tower with 130 to 170 hotel rooms and 50 to 150 residences on Independent Drive. It also seeks a $15 million loan for the nearly $50 million renovation of the former Ambassador Hotel at 420 Julia Street. The Downtown Investment Authority board votes Sept. 16 and City Council has the final say.
What it may mean for the marketIf approved, the projects would add hotel rooms, residences and restaurants along the Downtown riverfront. The project is about 15 miles west of Courtyards, elsewhere in Duval County.
Source: Jacksonville Today - July 2026Development
Culinary Institute of America selects Jacksonville for Southeast campus
News4Jax reported that the Culinary Institute of America chose downtown Jacksonville for its Southeast hub, to be located at 330 E. Bay Street on the Northbank riverfront. The campus would anchor a $160.5 million hotel and convention center development. The city previously approved up to $35 million in incentives, and the Downtown Investment Authority is finalizing agreements on design and property details.
What it may mean for the marketAnchors a major downtown riverfront redevelopment that pairs an educational campus with hotel and convention space, adding institutional and commercial investment to the urban core alongside Riverfront Plaza and Pearl Square. The project is about 15 miles west of Courtyards, elsewhere in Duval County.
Source: News4Jax - 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 site is about 7 miles west of Courtyards.
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 7 miles west of Courtyards.
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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