Derris
Creek Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Established Mandarin-area resale market · Jacksonville · ZIP 32257

An established resale single-family community off Old St Augustine Road in Jacksonville's Mandarin area, built for buyers who want a settled, mid-2000s-era neighborhood in Duval County rather than new construction or a larger custom resale.

Established resaleMandarin, Jacksonville3 to 4 bedrooms

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

This is a settled, built-out single-family community, not a new-construction release. Inventory is small and individual, so confirm condition, updates, and HOA standing by address.

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Jon's Current Read

"Derris Creek is a resale play in Jacksonville's Mandarin area, not a builder market. Homes here are generally described as three-to-four bedroom, two-bath single-family houses built roughly in the early to mid 2000s, commonly cited around 1,744 to 2,294 square feet. Because this is a resale market, each home trades on its own condition, updates, and lot position rather than a builder price sheet. The Derris Creek Homeowners Association is on file with the county, but the exact current dues were not independently confirmed in this fast pass, so verifying HOA standing directly is the single most important next step before underwriting a purchase here."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Derris Creek is an established single-family community off Old St Augustine Road in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, in Duval County. Homes here are generally described by online listing sources as three-to-four bedroom, two-bath single-family houses commonly cited around 1,744 to 2,294 square feet, with construction generally dated to roughly 2001 to 2004, though exact configuration and year built should be verified by address.

Because this is a resale market rather than new construction, each home trades on its own condition, updates, and lot position. The Derris Creek Homeowners Association is on file with the county, but the exact current dues amount was not independently confirmed in this fast pass. No community-specific clubhouse or pool was identified, so buyers should verify HOA standing, what dues cover, and any deed restrictions directly before making an offer.

The bigger picture is location. Derris Creek sits in Mandarin, one of Jacksonville's established residential areas south of downtown, within a manageable drive of the San Jose Boulevard retail and dining corridor and the broader Duval County job market, giving it a settled, centrally located Mandarin footprint rather than an outlying new-growth corridor.

Quick Match

Who Derris Creek is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a settled, established resale single-family home in Jacksonville's Mandarin area
Buyers commuting within Duval County who value a central Mandarin location over an outlying new-growth corridor
Buyers comfortable verifying HOA dues, condition, and deed restrictions directly on the parcel before committing

Probably not for

Buyers who need new construction with a builder warranty and modern systems
Buyers who want a confirmed, amenitized HOA community with a pool or clubhouse
Buyers unwilling to do the homework on HOA status and older-home condition

Market Pulse

How Derris Creek is performing right now

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Live market metrics for Derris Creek 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 Derris Creek listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are goingn/a2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Benton Lakes or Jacksonville. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Derris Creek buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Derris Creek on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

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.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

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

Drive times from Derris Creek. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

San Jose Blvd retail corridor5 to 10 min · approximate

Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)30 to 35 min · approximate

Downtown Jacksonville20 to 25 min · approximate

I-295 (Southside Connector)10 to 15 min · approximate

St. Johns Town Center20 to 25 min · approximate

Jacksonville Beaches40 to 45 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

Derris Creek (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

Derris Creek 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

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

The takeaway

The story here is a settled, centrally located Mandarin footprint rather than a headline event. Derris Creek sits inside an established Duval County residential corridor, away from the newer-growth areas further south and west.

Recent Developments in Derris Creek

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishNet stable for a built-out Mandarin-area resale community, with the usual older-home and Florida insurance costs to underwrite on a home-by-home basis.

Mandarin is a built-out, established Duval County area

Evergreen

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Mandarin is a mature, built-out residential area of Jacksonville with an established retail and dining corridor along San Jose Boulevard. A settled location supports steady demand without relying on new development to arrive.

Early-2000s single-family stock at a moderate size

Evergreen

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Homes here are generally cited around 1,744 to 2,294 square feet, a moderate single-family footprint that keeps the entry price point manageable relative to larger Mandarin-area resales.

HOA dues not independently confirmed

Evergreen

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

The Derris Creek Homeowners Association is on file with the county, but the exact current dues amount was not independently confirmed in this fast pass. Confirm the figure and what it covers directly before you rely on it.

Two-decade-plus systems age varies

Evergreen

NeutralMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Homes here were generally built roughly two decades ago, so roof, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC status differ house to house. A thorough inspection is the main way to underwrite this risk before you buy.

Florida insurance costs remain a real line item

2026

NeutralMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Region

Statewide homeowners insurance costs have stayed elevated, and roof age can affect eligibility and premium. Get a bindable quote for the specific home before you commit to a purchase.

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 Derris Creek, 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.

The Strategy

The Derris Creek buying strategy.

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

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

Get written confirmation from the listing agent or HOA management on current Derris Creek Homeowners Association dues, what they cover, and whether a Community Development District applies.

Get a thorough inspection focused on roof age, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, since these vary across the community's roughly two-decade-old homes.

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

Get a bindable homeowners insurance quote for the exact address before you make an offer, given the age of the housing stock.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-maintained, updated home with confirmed HOA standing and documented systems age.

Biggest Risk

Buying without confirming HOA dues or older-home systems condition.

Best Lot

Prioritize a documented, well-maintained home over guessing condition from the listing photos alone.

Smart Timing

Resale-driven. Inventory is thin and individual, so move when the right condition and confirmed HOA standing line up.

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

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

Size range

Commonly cited around 1,744 to 2,294 sq ft; verify exact square footage by address

Bedrooms

Commonly cited as 3 to 4 bedroom, 2 bath; verify configuration by address

Built

Online listing sources cite construction roughly 2001 to 2004; verify year built on the parcel record

Costs & Fees

HOA

Yes, the Derris Creek Homeowners Association is on file with the county; exact current dues not independently confirmed in this fast pass, verify with the HOA or listing agent

CDD

None identified; confirm on the parcel tax record

Property use

Primarily owner-occupied resale housing; confirm the specific parcel's use

Amenities

Marketed

No community-specific clubhouse or pool identified in this fast pass

Status

Verify any shared amenities or common areas with the HOA or listing agent

Location

Area

Mandarin area of Jacksonville, off Old St Augustine Road, Duval County

San Jose Blvd corridor

A few minutes' drive (approximate)

Airport (JAX)

About 30 to 35 min (approximate)

Derris Creek Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Derris Creek.

The takeaway

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

Here are the broad resale bands in Derris Creek today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry

At the entry tier you are generally looking at the smaller or more original-condition homes in the community, where the value is in the lower price point. Confirm condition before you offer.

Lowest entry

The Core

In the core of the market you find updated homes with refreshed kitchens, baths, and mechanicals, representing the typical move-in resale here. This is where most recent activity tends to cluster.

Most inventory

The Top

At the top are the largest, most fully updated homes in the community. Confirm the exact size and condition on the specific parcel.

Strongest resale

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

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Entry

At the entry tier you are generally looking at the smaller or more original-condition homes in the community, where the value is in the lower price point. Confirm condition before you offer.

The Core

In the core of the market you find updated homes with refreshed kitchens, baths, and mechanicals, representing the typical move-in resale here. This is where most recent activity tends to cluster.

The Top

At the top are the largest, most fully updated homes in the community. Confirm the exact size and condition on the specific parcel.

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

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Derris Creek, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

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

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Derris Creek is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

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.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Derris Creek holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Home conditionVaries by home

Roof and systems ageVerify age

HOA dues clarityConfirm by address

Location within MandarinCentral corridor

Amenity confirmationVerify with HOA

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

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 Derris Creek

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.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The value here is not a builder price sheet, it is doing the homework: confirming HOA standing, condition, and what it costs to carry.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

6.0C+ · Buy Score

Resale Strength5.8/10

Renovation Risk5.8/10

Location Efficiency6.8/10

Long-Term Defensibility5.4/10

Carrying Cost Advantage5.8/10

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.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Derris Creek 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.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

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 moderate-size single-family houses; verify exact square footage on the parcel.
Confirm current HOA dues and standing for a specific address.
Roughly two-decade-old systems age varies; inspect carefully before you buy.
No clubhouse or pool amenities were identified in this fast pass.
Confirm year built and lot details on the Duval County Property Appraiser record.

In a small, built-out resale community like this, the durable differences between homes are condition, updates, and lot position, not floor plan availability. Because the exact HOA dues were not independently confirmed here, confirming standing and what dues cover directly avoids surprises after closing, and a thorough inspection is the main way to price in the age of the housing stock.

The 15-Second Verdict

Derris Creek in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a settled, established resale single-family home in Jacksonville's Mandarin area.

Biggest advantageA built-out, centrally located Mandarin footprint near the San Jose Boulevard corridor, at a moderate single-family size.

Biggest riskBuying before confirming HOA dues and older-home systems condition.

Sweet spotA documented, well-maintained, updated home with confirmed HOA standing.

Avoid ifYou need new construction or cannot budget time to verify HOA standing and home condition.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

HOA exists (Derris Creek Homeowners Association); verify the exact dues amount before you rely on it.
No CDD was identified, but confirm it on the parcel tax record.
No clubhouse or pool amenities were identified in this fast pass.
Roughly two-decade-old systems age varies; inspect carefully before you buy.
Budget for a bindable Florida homeowners insurance quote before you buy.

The Derris Creek Homeowners Association is on file with the county, but the exact current dues amount was not independently confirmed in this fast pass. Confirm directly with the listing agent, HOA management, or a title search before you rely on it.

If dues apply, confirm in writing exactly what they cover, since no community-specific clubhouse or pool amenities were identified here in this fast pass. Do not assume facilities exist without verification.

No golf course or private club was identified for this community.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Derris Creek buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxDuval County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Derris Creek.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

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.

Selling in Derris Creek

Thinking of selling a Derris Creek home?

Selling an established Mandarin-area home takes a real strategy, not an automated estimate. We will show you the honest math on how condition, updates, and location position your home against what is actually selling nearby.

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 Derris Creek, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Benton Lakes, 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 Derris Creek home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Derris Creek 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.

See homes for sale in Derris Creek on the map →

Real comps, not an automated estimate.

How much local inventory is already under contract

30% of homes for sale in ZIP 32257 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-07-11).

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Derris Creek 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

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Duval County scorecard.

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 Derris Creek 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 Derris Creek a new-construction community?

No. It is an established Mandarin-area Jacksonville single-family community generally dated to roughly 2001 to 2004. Homes here are resales.

What kind of homes are in Derris Creek?

Online listing sources generally describe three-to-four bedroom, two-bath single-family homes commonly cited around 1,744 to 2,294 square feet. Confirm the exact configuration, square footage, and year built by address.

Is there an HOA?

Yes, the Derris Creek Homeowners Association is on file with the county, but the exact current dues amount was not independently confirmed in this fast pass. Confirm directly with the listing agent or HOA management before you rely on it.

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 before you rely on it.

Where exactly is Derris Creek?

It is off Old St Augustine Road in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, in ZIP 32257, a few minutes from the San Jose Boulevard retail corridor.

What should I check before buying a home here?

Focus on roof age, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, since these vary across the community's roughly two-decade-old homes. Get a thorough inspection and budget for updates where needed.

Is the area in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation is address-specific in this part of Jacksonville. Confirm the FEMA flood zone and get a bindable insurance quote for the exact home before you commit.

What amenities does the community have?

No community-specific clubhouse or pool amenities were identified for Derris Creek in this fast pass. Confirm any shared facilities directly with the HOA or listing agent.

What schools serve the community?

It is in Duval County Public Schools, with Mandarin High School generally serving the area at the high-school level. The zoned elementary, middle, and high schools should be verified by the specific address, since attendance zones change.

How is the commute to San Jose Boulevard and the airport?

Derris Creek is a few minutes from the San Jose Boulevard retail corridor and roughly 30 to 35 minutes from Jacksonville International Airport. Other drive times on this page are approximate estimates.

How far is downtown Jacksonville or the beaches?

Downtown Jacksonville is roughly a 20 to 25 minute approximate drive, and the Jacksonville Beaches are roughly 40 to 45 minutes.

Is Derris Creek gated or age-restricted?

There is no verified information that the community is gated, and it is not marketed as age-restricted or 55 plus.

What is the biggest risk of buying here?

Buying before confirming HOA dues and the condition of an older home's systems. Both are manageable with direct verification and a thorough inspection.

Should I get my own agent to buy a resale here?

Yes. An experienced agent helps you confirm HOA standing and condition 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 in the community 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 Derris Creek?

The best agent for Derris Creek 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 Derris Creek.

How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Derris Creek?

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 Derris Creek and the wider Jacksonville area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Derris Creek?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Derris Creek purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Derris Creek?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

You want a settled, established resale single-family home in Jacksonville's Mandarin area.Excellent fit

You value a central Mandarin location near the San Jose Boulevard corridor.Excellent fit

You are willing to directly verify HOA dues and deed restrictions before you buy.Excellent fit

You can budget for inspection findings and updates typical of a roughly two-decade-old community.Excellent fit

You need new construction with a builder warranty and modern systems.Probably not

You want a confirmed, amenitized HOA community with a pool or clubhouse.Probably not

You are not willing to verify HOA standing directly before making an offer.Probably not

You cannot budget for older-home inspection findings or Florida insurance costs.Probably not

Get the inside read on Derris Creek

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your Derris Creek home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

You are all set.

A Momentum Realty Derris Creek specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

Median sale price in Derris Creek, 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.

DerrisCreek Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

The 60-Second Overview

Who Derris Creek is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Derris Creek is performing right now

Derris Creek on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

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

Mandarin Middle School; verify by address

Mandarin Oaks Elementary School; verify by address

Recent Developments in Derris Creek

Mandarin is a built-out, established Duval County area

Early-2000s single-family stock at a moderate size

HOA dues not independently confirmed

Two-decade-plus systems age varies

Florida insurance costs remain a real line item

The Derris Creek buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

The Homes

Costs & Fees

Amenities

Location

What your money buys in Derris Creek.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Derris Creek holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Derris Creek

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Derris Creek is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Derris Creek in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Derris Creek buy.

Thinking of selling a Derris Creek home?

In Derris Creek, condition and view decide your number

What is your Derris Creek home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Derris Creek?

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Derris
Creek Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL