Julington Forest in Jacksonville

Julington Forest Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Established 1988 · Intracoastal West · ZIP 32224

An established, oak-shaded single-family neighborhood in Mandarin, near Julington Creek and the St Johns River.

Single-familyMandarin, mature oaksNear Julington Creek
Live Market Pulse
56/100
Momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.
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$380K
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Julington Forest is an established single-family neighborhood in Jacksonville's Mandarin area, dating to the early 1980s, known for mature oak trees and a position near Julington Creek. The read is established-Mandarin-value: midsize homes on shaded streets in a sought-after Southside-Mandarin location near the St Johns River, at a price below newer Mandarin and St Johns County construction. It is a recognized neighborhood, so you price the individual house and comp against Mandarin."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Julington Forest market snapshot (as of June 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $380K ($198 per sq ft), a balanced market (limited data). Based on 12 recent closings in live realMLS data.

Julington Forest is an established single-family neighborhood in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, Duval County, in the 32258 ZIP code (neighborhoods.com, 2026; Adams Cameron, 2026). It dates to about 1982 and is known for its mature oak trees and a position near Julington Creek.

The housing stock is generally midsize, with homes reported from about 1,398 to 2,238 square feet across single-family homes and some townhomes (neighborhoods.com, 2026). Because the neighborhood developed from the 1980s onward, condition, updates, and systems age vary from house to house.

Mandarin is the draw: an established, oak-canopied part of Jacksonville's Southside along the St Johns River, with Julington Creek and waterfront properties in the surrounding area, and a reputation for established schools and services (neighborhoods.com, 2026). Julington Forest sits within that fabric at a value price.

Whether a specific home carries any HOA varies in a neighborhood of this age, so confirm that on the parcel. Price a home on its condition, lot, and the tree canopy, comparing against the closest Mandarin sale.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established, oak-shaded single-family home in Mandarin
  • Value buyers who prefer established Mandarin over newer construction
  • Buyers who want proximity to Julington Creek and the St Johns River

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want new construction or a gated, amenity-rich community
  • Anyone who needs a low-maintenance or lock-up-and-leave home
  • Buyers unwilling to verify systems on an older home

How Julington Forest is performing right now

56/100
momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
57Median days on marketdays
2 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand
12Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+0%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from realMLS, as of June 25, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Julington Forest listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
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Momentum buy score

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

Homes For Sale Right Now in Julington Forest

Live MLS inventory for Julington Forest. 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.

No homes are actively for sale in Julington Forest right now, so its recent closed sales are shown, as of 2026-06-25, priced high to low. Source: Data provided by realMLS.. Tap any home to ask about it.

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.

San Jose Boulevard (SR-13)~3 to 6 min · Mandarin's main corridor
Julington Creek~4 to 8 min · creek and waterfront area
Interstate 295 (east beltway)~6 to 12 min · Southside loop
St Johns Town Center~18 to 25 min · north via I-295
Downtown Jacksonville~20 to 28 min · north via I-295 or San Jose
NAS Jacksonville~15 to 22 min · northwest
St Johns County / Bartram~8 to 15 min · south for newer retail

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
Julington Forest (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

Julington Forest 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.

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

The takeaway

What actually bears on this purchase, sourced and dated. We do not publish a figure we have not verified.

Recent Developments in Julington Forest

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

Net OutlookBullishThis is an established, built-out neighborhood, so the drivers are the individual home, Duval's tax and insurance environment, and the Mandarin corridor, not new subdivision supply.

Established Mandarin location near Julington Creek

NeutralThe neighborhood's value rests on an established, oak-shaded Mandarin position near the creek and river; confirm the specific home's systems age and any creek-area flood exposure. impact
SignificanceRadius: Mandarin / Julington Creek

Established Mandarin location near Julington Creek

Duval County millage and homestead

NeutralJacksonville carrying cost depends on the Duval County and City of Jacksonville millage and your homestead status; pull the actual tax line for the home. impact
SignificanceRadius: Jacksonville / Duval County

Duval County millage and homestead

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 Julington 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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  1. 2024
    Taxes

    Duval County 2024 millage and assessments

    The City of Jacksonville and Duval County set the 2024 millage that determines the county and city portion of the property-tax bill for Jacksonville parcels (Duval County Property Appraiser, 2024). Why it matters: Pull the actual tax line and homestead status for the specific home from the Duval County Property Appraiser, plus the FEMA flood zone and a bindable insurance quote, rather than the seller's estimate. Source

  2. 1982
    Development

    Julington Forest established in Mandarin

    Julington Forest dates to about 1982 in the Mandarin area, with midsize single-family homes and some townhomes from about 1,398 to 2,238 square feet, known for mature oaks near Julington Creek (neighborhoods.com, 2026). Why it matters: Because homes date from the 1980s onward, confirm the build year, roof, and systems age on the specific house. Source

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

1

Inspect the older home. Roof, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC vary in a home built from the 1980s; price off condition and a current inspection.

2

Confirm any HOA or deed restriction. Verify whether the exact parcel carries any association or recorded restriction before you write.

3

Pull the flood zone and an insurance quote. Mandarin parcels near Julington Creek can sit in flood zones; get the zone and a bindable quote during diligence.

4

Confirm the schools and the property type. Verify the zoned Duval schools by address and whether the home is single-family or a townhome.

5

Comp within Mandarin. Compare against the closest recent Mandarin sale of similar age, size, and property type.

Best Buy
An updated midsize home here on a shaded lot with a clean inspection and a favorable flood zone.
Biggest Risk
An older home with deferred systems, or a creek-area flood-zone and insurance cost the list price did not reflect.
Best Lot
A larger, oak-canopied lot is the local premium; a smaller interior lot is the value play.
Smart Timing
Established Mandarin demand is steady, so a prepared buyer can usually negotiate on a home that needs work.
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

Julington Forest is an established single-family and townhome neighborhood in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, Duval County (32258), dating to about 1982, known for mature oak trees and a position near Julington Creek (neighborhoods.com, 2026; Adams Cameron, 2026). Homes run from about 1,398 to 2,238 square feet in an established, oak-canopied part of the Southside near the St Johns River, at a value price relative to newer Mandarin and St Johns County construction.

The takeaway

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

Entry: an older home or townhome needing updates
$310K to $362K

An original home or townhome where you budget for roof, systems, and cosmetic work. Price it on condition and confirm the flood zone and any HOA before you write.

Lowest entry
Mid: a move-in-ready updated home
$362K to $395K

A renovated single-family home with newer roof and systems on a shaded lot, which is what most buyers here want. The established Mandarin location near the creek is the story; pay for genuine condition.

Most inventory
Upper: the larger homes and best lots
$395K to $445K

The larger homes on the best oak-canopied lots, fully updated. The premium reflects size and lot; confirm it against the closest Mandarin comp and the flood zone.

Strongest resale

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

$310K to $362K
Entry: an older home or townhome needing updates
An original home or townhome where you budget for roof, systems, and cosmetic work. Price it on condition and confirm the flood zone and any HOA before you write.
$362K to $395K
Mid: a move-in-ready updated home
A renovated single-family home with newer roof and systems on a shaded lot, which is what most buyers here want. The established Mandarin location near the creek is the story; pay for genuine condition.
$395K to $445K
Upper: the larger homes and best lots
The larger homes on the best oak-canopied lots, fully updated. The premium reflects size and lot; confirm it against the closest Mandarin comp and the flood zone.

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.

No CDD on the tax billStrong
Central Intracoastal West locationStrong
Scarce golf and lake homesitesStrong
$30M club reinvestment to 2028Positive
All-resale 1990s conditionManage it

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 Julington Forest

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.

Julington Forest sells established, oak-shaded Mandarin living near Julington Creek at a value price. The deal is not in a brochure; it is in the older home's condition, the lot, and a Mandarin comp set.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
6.8B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.0/10
Renovation Risk5.6/10
Location Efficiency7.8/10
Long-Term Defensibility6.6/10
Carrying Cost Advantage6.6/10

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 Julington Forest 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 Zestimate, 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 at Deutsche Bank 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
  • A larger, oak-canopied lot is the local premium; a smaller interior lot is the value play.
  • Age, condition, and creek-area flood zone are the real variables here.
  • Comp like-for-like by age and type within Mandarin, not against newer construction.

Julington Forest is a neighborhood of individually built homes and some townhomes rather than a single subdivision, so lot value is driven by size, the oak canopy, position relative to Julington Creek, the flood zone, and the home's own age and condition. A larger, oak-canopied lot carries the local premium, while a smaller interior lot is the value play. Because the housing stock dates from the 1980s onward and mixes single-family and townhomes, the honest approach is to price each home on its inspected condition, type, and flood zone, and to compare it against the closest recent Mandarin sale of similar age and type.

Julington Forest in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established, oak-shaded single-family home in Mandarin near Julington Creek.
Strong onLocation and trees: an established, oak-canopied Mandarin pocket near the creek and the St Johns River.
WatchAn older housing stock and possible creek-area flood exposure; verify systems, the flood zone, and any HOA.
Not forNew-construction or gated-community buyers, or anyone wanting a low-maintenance home.
The edgeEstablished Mandarin value with oaks, where an older home that needs work leaves a prepared buyer negotiating room.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Confirm whether the specific parcel carries any HOA or deed restriction.
  • The value is established, oak-shaded Mandarin location, not an amenity set.
  • Near Julington Creek, budget the flood zone and insurance alongside the tax line.

Julington Forest is an established neighborhood, and whether a specific home carries any HOA varies; confirm in writing whether the exact parcel has any homeowners association or deed restriction, and what any association covers.

Where no association applies, the owner is responsible for the home and lot, with city and county services as for any Mandarin parcel. Verify any pocket that does carry dues and what it funds.

Julington Forest is an established single-family and townhome neighborhood rather than a gated, amenity-campus community; confirm any shared facilities with the association.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. 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 Julington Forest, condition and view decide your number

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

$1,609/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.

Julington Forest Market Scorecard

No active listings

Julington Forest is currently a no active listings. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

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Median list
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Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32258 ZIP is $369,514, about 25.5% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Julington Forest?
It is an established single-family and townhome neighborhood in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, Duval County, in the 32258 ZIP code, near Julington Creek (neighborhoods.com, 2026).
When was Julington Forest built?
It dates to about 1982, with homes built from the 1980s onward (neighborhoods.com, 2026).
What kinds of homes are in Julington Forest?
Midsize single-family homes and some townhomes, reported from about 1,398 to 2,238 square feet (neighborhoods.com, 2026).
Is Julington Forest in Mandarin?
Yes. It is in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville's Southside, near Julington Creek and the St Johns River (neighborhoods.com, 2026).
Does it have an HOA?
Whether a specific home carries any HOA varies in a neighborhood of this age. Confirm in writing whether the exact parcel has any association or deed restriction before you buy.
What is the flood and insurance picture?
Mandarin parcels near Julington Creek can sit in FEMA flood zones, so pull the zone and a bindable insurance quote on the exact home during diligence.
Should I be careful buying an older home here?
Yes, in a good way: on a 1980s-era home, confirm the roof, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC ages and budget accordingly.
What schools serve Julington Forest?
Jacksonville is served by Duval County Public Schools, with assignments set by address. Verify the exact zoned schools with the district before you rely on it.
Is it near Julington Creek and the river?
Yes. The neighborhood is near Julington Creek, with waterfront properties in the surrounding Mandarin area along the St Johns River (neighborhoods.com, 2026).
Is Julington Forest a good value?
It is an established, oak-shaded Mandarin option below newer construction. The value depends on the individual home's age, condition, type, and flood zone, so inspect and comp by age before deciding.
Are there townhomes here?
Yes. The neighborhood includes some townhomes alongside single-family homes; confirm the property type and any associated dues for the specific home.
How far is the St Johns Town Center?
The St Johns Town Center is roughly 18 to 25 minutes north via I-295.
Who is the best real estate agent for Julington Forest Real Estate?
The best agent for Julington Forest Real Estate 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 Julington Forest Real Estate.
How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Julington Forest Real Estate?
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 Julington Forest Real Estate and the wider Jacksonville area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Julington Forest Real Estate?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Julington Forest Real Estate purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
You want an established, oak-shaded single-family home in MandarinExcellent fit
You prefer established Mandarin value over newer constructionExcellent fit
You will inspect an older home and verify the property type and flood zoneExcellent fit
You want new construction or a gated, amenity-rich communityProbably not
You want a low-maintenance or lock-up-and-leave homeProbably not
You are unwilling to verify systems on an older homeProbably not

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