Dinsmore Garden City in Jacksonville

Dinsmore Garden City
Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

All 4,026 homes for sale in Jacksonville, FL · median $299,900 · 241 homes for sale in 32219 · Duval County homes for sale

Community in Jacksonville · Duval County · ZIP 32219
61 homesBuilt 1946–2020
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Built fromLive realMLS data18 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of October 2026, the MLS records 13 closed sales in Dinsmore Garden City in Jacksonville, FL since 2008, the most recent in June 2026. Across Jacksonville as a whole, 8,268 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $311,134, 43 median days on market, with 2,422 homes for sale today. At that median and Duval County's FY2025-26 rate of 17.86 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,560 ($4,820 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Dinsmore Garden City Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
100%
Under contract
Duval: 28% (1,522 of 5,475)
0 · 1
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
1
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 1 a year
Ownership and context
70%
Owner-occupied · Dinsmore Garden City
45 of 64 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
30%
Non-owner-occupied · Dinsmore Garden City
incl. 2% trust or LLC-held · 0% out-of-state
61
Homes in the community
plus 3 vacant residential lots · 64 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 18 years of records
Est. 1946
Community established
homes built 1946-2020, median 1995 (FL DOR 2025)
1.6%/yr
Turnover rate
about 1 of 61 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Dinsmore Garden City is a small, condition-driven market on Jacksonville's north side. With just 40 homes in the count and a build range stretching from 1946 to 2019, price here is set less by a single vintage and more by what a given house has had done to it. The median year built lands around 1991, but that number masks a genuinely wide spread — you are shopping individual homes, not a uniform subdivision, so the difference between a mid-century original and a renovated or newer build will do most of the work on price.

The homestead share sits near 73%, which tells you this is a live-in area rather than an investor churn zone. For sellers, that means fewer distressed or rushed comps to compete against; for buyers, it means inventory turns over deliberately and you should be ready to move when a well-kept home at the right size appears. Underwrite on condition and lot, not on a headline per-square-foot figure.

The 60-Second Overview

This is a low-density pocket of northwest Duval County where homes vary widely in age and finish, so two houses a block apart can price very differently. Judge each one on its own merits.

realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 8 homes in Dinsmore Garden City that have changed hands since 2016, built between 1983 and 2014 (median 1994), with a median living area of about 1,404 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout. Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida) closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

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.

Best for

  • Buyers seeking a right-sized, roughly 1,700-square-foot home and willing to evaluate each property on its own condition
  • Owner-occupants who want a settled, live-in area rather than a high-turnover rental block
  • Renovation-minded buyers comfortable adding value to an older home within their budget

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want new-construction uniformity and consistent finishes across the street
  • Investors counting on rapid turnover and a deep pool of recent comps
  • Buyers who want to price off a tight, formulaic comp set rather than a home-by-home read

The market around Dinsmore Garden City

Dinsmore Garden City is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32219, 344 homes are on the market and 28% are under contract — a steady corner of Jacksonville.

Across Duval County, 3,953 homes are active and 1,522 pending (28% under contract).

In ZIP 32219 (Jacksonville), 810 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $316K ($176/sq ft), up 0.5% year over year, with a median 59 days on market. Right now 205 active and 76 pending listings put supply at about 5.2 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32219 housing market and the Duval County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Dinsmore Garden City specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Dinsmore Garden City

Live MLS inventory for Dinsmore Garden City. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Dinsmore Garden City listings as of 2026-10-01, priced high to low. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Tap any home to ask about it.

If we were buying in Dinsmore Garden City today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 Dinsmore Garden City.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a modest footprint on Jacksonville's north side and will judge each home individually.
Biggest Risk
A wide build range and thin comps make condition and inspection the real pricing drivers.
Sweet Spot
A well-updated home near the ~1,700 sqft median with sound systems and a good lot.
Avoid If
You need a uniform subdivision with deep, predictable comps to price against.

A market defined by the individual home

The headline stat here is the build range: 1946 to 2019 is more than seven decades of construction sharing one name. The median living area of about 1,701 square feet points to modest, functional footprints rather than sprawling floor plans, but the age spread means construction type, systems, and updates differ enormously from house to house. A buyer's inspection and a seller's pre-list prep both carry more weight here than in a cookie-cutter community.

Because the homestead share is high — roughly 73% — turnover is measured, and comparable sales can be thin in any given window. That makes pricing more of a judgment call than a formula. On the buy side, be prepared to act on a genuinely good home rather than wait for a large sample to appear; on the sell side, presentation and accurate condition-based positioning matter more than chasing a neighbor's number.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Dinsmore Garden City. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

A thin, condition-driven market rewards local judgment over algorithms. We read each home on its own systems, age, and lot — not a blended average — and we position sellers and underwrite buyers around what actually moves value in Dinsmore Garden City. When comps are sparse, that hands-on read is the difference between a fair number and a guess.

Dinsmore Garden City in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a modest footprint on Jacksonville's north side and will judge each home individually.
Biggest advantageA high homestead share means measured, live-in turnover rather than investor churn.
Biggest riskA wide build range and thin comps make condition and inspection the real pricing drivers.
Sweet spotA well-updated home near the ~1,700 sqft median with sound systems and a good lot.
Avoid ifYou need a uniform subdivision with deep, predictable comps to price against.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Dinsmore Garden City homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Dinsmore Garden City.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Dinsmore Garden City sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Dinsmore Garden City

Homes in Dinsmore Garden City that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 1 on record.

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.

$1,848/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.

How much local inventory is already under contract

28% of homes for sale in ZIP 32219 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 (2026-10-01).

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Dinsmore Garden City?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 61 homes plus 3 vacant residential lots in Dinsmore Garden City (public records).
What share of Dinsmore Garden City is owner-occupied?
70% of Dinsmore Garden City parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Dinsmore Garden City built?
Homes in Dinsmore Garden City were built between 1946 and 2020, with a median year built of 1995 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Dinsmore Garden City?
The best agent for Dinsmore Garden City is one who actively works Jacksonville and knows the community's pricing, fees, 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 Dinsmore Garden City.
How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Dinsmore Garden City?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Dinsmore Garden City and the wider Jacksonville area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Dinsmore Garden City?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Dinsmore Garden City purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Dinsmore Garden City, and what county is it in?
Dinsmore Garden City is in Jacksonville, Duval County, FL, ZIP 32219. The community's center is about 10 miles northwest of downtown Jacksonville (straight-line).
How far is Dinsmore Garden City from downtown Jacksonville and the beach?
About 10 miles from downtown Jacksonville and about 22 miles from the Atlantic beach at Amelia Island (south end), both straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Buyers seeking a right-sized, roughly 1,700-square-foot home and willing to evaluate each property on its own conditionExcellent fit
Owner-occupants who want a settled, live-in area rather than a high-turnover rental blockExcellent fit
Renovation-minded buyers comfortable adding value to an older home within their budgetExcellent fit
Buyers who want new-construction uniformity and consistent finishes across the streetProbably not
Investors counting on rapid turnover and a deep pool of recent compsProbably not
Buyers who want to price off a tight, formulaic comp set rather than a home-by-home readProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsrealMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 1, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 32218/32219/32220))
Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-10-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2008 (13 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of realMLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Thinking of selling in Dinsmore Garden City? 1 recorded closings (window ending 2026-10-01). See the Duval County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Streets in this community

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Schools serving nearby communities

We do not have a confirmed school assignment for Dinsmore Garden City. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 32219; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.

Assignments from district data for neighboring communities; grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades (2025-26).

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