Lake Woodbourne in Jacksonville

Lake Woodbourne Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Established 1988 · Intracoastal West · ZIP 32224

An established lakefront single-family neighborhood in the San Jose area of Jacksonville (32217), 1980s homes around the water minutes from the river and I-95.

Established (1980s)Lake settingSan Jose area (32217)
Live Market Pulse
53/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning 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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$300K
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Seller Leverage
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Lake Woodbourne is an established single-family neighborhood in the San Jose area of Jacksonville, in the 32217 ZIP, with 1980s homes set around a lake (Compass, 2026; uphomes, 2026). The read is settled, convenient Duval value: midsize homes near the St. Johns River, the San Jose corridor, and I-95, with the appeal of a lake setting. The trade is parcel-level, condition on 1980s homes, the lot (lakefront versus interior), and the Duval tax bill."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Lake Woodbourne market snapshot (as of June 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $300K ($208 per sq ft), a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 7 recent closings in live realMLS data.

Lake Woodbourne is an established single-family neighborhood in Jacksonville, Duval County, in the 32217 ZIP, in the San Jose area between Mandarin and the river (Compass, 2026).

Homes date to around the late 1980s and are predominantly midsize single-family residences; a representative home on Lake Woodbourne Drive is a three-bedroom, two-bath at about 1,255 square feet built in 1987 (Homes.com, 2026); confirm size and condition for any specific home.

The neighborhood is set around a lake, and the location is convenient: minutes from the San Jose and Old St. Augustine Road corridors, the St. Johns River, San Marco and Mandarin shopping, and quick access to I-95.

Because Lake Woodbourne is an established 1980s neighborhood, the buyer questions are parcel-level: condition and systems on the specific home, the lot (lakefront versus interior), any HOA, and the Duval County tax bill, rather than new-construction or amenity considerations.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established single-family home with a lake setting in the San Jose area
  • Move-up and right-size buyers who value a convenient 32217 location near the river and I-95
  • Buyers who price 1980s homes for condition

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want new construction with a builder warranty
  • Buyers who need oceanfront or a large amenity master plan
  • Anyone unwilling to budget for condition on 1980s stock

How Lake Woodbourne is performing right now

53/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
57Median days on marketdays
1 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand
7Sold 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 Lake Woodbourne 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 Lake Woodbourne buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Lake Woodbourne

Live MLS inventory for Lake Woodbourne. 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 Lake Woodbourne 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 Blvd shopping~5 min · retail, dining, services
St. Johns River~5 to 10 min · west toward the river
Interstate 95~5 to 10 min · east via Old St. Augustine Rd or University
San Marco Square~10 to 15 min · north via San Jose or Hendricks
Downtown Jacksonville~15 to 20 min · north via I-95 or San Jose
St. Johns Town Center~15 to 20 min · east via JT Butler
Jacksonville Int'l Airport (JAX)~30 to 35 min · north via I-95

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
Lake Woodbourne (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

Lake Woodbourne 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 Lake Woodbourne address.

The takeaway

What actually affects Lake Woodbourne owners, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Lake Woodbourne

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

Net OutlookBullishThis is a built-out, established neighborhood, so the near-term factors are the durable San Jose-area demand, the Duval County millage on the tax bill, and insurance on 1980s homes, rather than any new construction.

Established lake setting in a convenient San Jose location

BullishMidsize 1980s homes around a lake, minutes from the river, San Jose shopping, and I-95, support steady owner-occupant demand. impact
SignificanceRadius: San Jose area (32217)

Established lake setting in a convenient San Jose location

Duval County millage and tax-bill assessments

NeutralProperty taxes here follow the Duval County (City of Jacksonville) millage; a recent sale can reset the assessed value, so read the actual bill for the parcel. impact
SignificanceRadius: Jacksonville / Duval County

Duval County millage and tax-bill assessments

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 Lake Woodbourne, 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 millage and property assessments

    Property taxes in Jacksonville are set by the Duval County (City of Jacksonville) millage and any non-ad-valorem line items, published by the Duval County Property Appraiser. Why it matters: Pull the actual parcel's tax bill and homestead status before you budget, confirm any HOA, and on a 1980s home get an insurance quote that reflects roof age. 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 Lake Woodbourne, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Inspect the systems and roof. On 1980s homes, the roof age, HVAC, and systems drive the renovation budget and the insurance quote; inspect before you commit.

2

Confirm the lot type. Verify whether the home is lakefront or interior, since the water view drives the premium.

3

Confirm any HOA and deed restrictions. Verify whether the specific parcel carries an HOA or deed restriction and what it covers.

4

Read the actual Duval tax bill. Confirm the millage, homestead status, and any assessments for the parcel (Duval County Property Appraiser, 2024).

5

Confirm the exact school zoning. Verify the assigned Duval County Public Schools for the specific address with the district.

Best Buy
A well-kept lakefront home with a newer roof and updated systems, in a condition you have inspected, at a San Jose-area price.
Biggest Risk
Deferred maintenance on 1980s homes and insurance cost tied to roof age.
Best Lot
Lakefront lots carry the premium; interior lots are the value.
Smart Timing
Lake Woodbourne is an established, built-out neighborhood; pricing tracks condition and the specific lot more than any community-wide trend.
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

Lake Woodbourne is an established single-family neighborhood in Jacksonville, Duval County, in the 32217 ZIP, in the San Jose area between Mandarin and the St. Johns River (Compass, 2026). Homes date to around the late 1980s and are predominantly midsize; a representative home on Lake Woodbourne Drive is a three-bedroom at about 1,255 square feet built in 1987 (Homes.com, 2026). The neighborhood is set around a lake, minutes from the San Jose corridor, the river, San Marco, and I-95. As an established 1980s neighborhood, the central buyer questions are parcel-level: condition and systems on the specific home, the lot (lakefront versus interior), any HOA, and the Duval County tax bill.

The takeaway

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

Entry: original-condition interior homes
$265K to $289K

Original-condition interior homes needing updates, the value end of Lake Woodbourne. Inspect the roof and systems and price the renovation before you write.

Lowest entry
Mid: updated homes
$289K to $315K

Updated three-bedroom homes, the core of the neighborhood. Condition, lot, and updates separate these more than floor plan does.

Most inventory
High: lakefront or larger homes
$315K to $320K

Lakefront homes or larger updated ones set the neighborhood's ceiling. The water view and size drive the premium; price each on its lot and condition.

Strongest resale

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

$265K to $289K
Entry: original-condition interior homes
Original-condition interior homes needing updates, the value end of Lake Woodbourne. Inspect the roof and systems and price the renovation before you write.
$289K to $315K
Mid: updated homes
Updated three-bedroom homes, the core of the neighborhood. Condition, lot, and updates separate these more than floor plan does.
$315K to $320K
High: lakefront or larger homes
Lakefront homes or larger updated ones set the neighborhood's ceiling. The water view and size drive the premium; price each on its lot and condition.

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 Lake Woodbourne

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.

Lake Woodbourne sells an established lakefront-setting home in a convenient San Jose location near the river and I-95. The lake and the location are the value; the work is condition, the lakefront-versus-interior lot, and the Duval tax bill, not the brochure.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.0B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.0/10
Renovation Risk6.0/10
Location Efficiency7.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.0/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.2/10

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 Lake Woodbourne 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
  • Lakefront lots carry the premium here.
  • Interior lots are the value play.
  • Condition and the lot matter more than headline price; comp like-for-like.

In Lake Woodbourne, the lot and condition drive price more than floor plan, because the homes are similar 1980s designs around a lake. Lakefront lots command a premium, while interior lots are the value play for buyers planning updates. Because the homes are 1980s stock, the roof age and systems and the resulting insurance cost move the true all-in cost, so inspect first and comp a home against the closest same-condition San Jose-area sale.

Lake Woodbourne in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established single-family home with a lake setting in the convenient San Jose area.
Strong onA lake setting, a central San Jose-area location near the river, San Marco, and I-95, and established 1980s value.
WatchDeferred maintenance on 1980s homes and insurance cost tied to roof age; inspect before you commit.
Not forBuyers who want new construction, oceanfront, or a large amenity master plan.
The edgeAn established lake-setting neighborhood in a convenient San Jose location minutes from the river and I-95.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Confirm whether a mandatory HOA applies to the specific parcel.
  • Lakefront lots carry the premium; price the lot type.
  • Budget the Duval tax bill and an insurance quote tied to roof age.

Lake Woodbourne is an established single-family neighborhood, and whether a mandatory HOA applies can vary. Confirm whether the specific parcel carries an HOA or deed restriction and what it covers before you assume one; the recurring costs to budget are the Duval County tax bill and an insurance quote that reflects roof age.

Where an association applies, dues fund common-area or lake and entrance upkeep; otherwise budget taxes, insurance, and maintenance. Confirm any deed restrictions through the title work.

There is no golf or private club; this is a standard established single-family neighborhood with a lake setting. The San Jose-area location near the river is the draw.

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 Lake Woodbourne, 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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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

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.

Lake Woodbourne Market Scorecard

No active listings

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

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Median list
$300,000
Median sold
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Days on mkt
0/1/7
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32217 ZIP is $311,806, about 10.0% 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 Lake Woodbourne?
It is an established single-family neighborhood in Jacksonville, Duval County, in the 32217 ZIP, in the San Jose area between Mandarin and the St. Johns River (Compass, 2026).
When were the homes built?
Around the late 1980s; a representative home on Lake Woodbourne Drive was built in 1987 (Homes.com, 2026). Confirm the build year for any specific home.
What are the homes like?
Predominantly midsize single-family homes set around a lake; a representative home is a three-bedroom, two-bath at about 1,255 square feet (Homes.com, 2026). Confirm size and condition for any specific home.
Is there a lake?
Yes. The neighborhood is set around a lake, and lakefront homes carry a premium over interior lots.
Does Lake Woodbourne have an HOA?
Whether a mandatory HOA applies can vary; confirm for the specific parcel before you assume one, along with any deed restrictions.
How close is the river and I-95?
The St. Johns River is roughly a 5 to 10 minute drive west, and I-95 is roughly 5 to 10 minutes east, with San Jose shopping closer still.
What schools serve Lake Woodbourne?
It is in Duval County Public Schools, with assignments by address. Verify the exact zoned schools for a specific home with the district before you rely on it.
What should I inspect before buying?
On a 1980s home, inspect the roof age, HVAC, and systems, since these drive the renovation budget and the insurance quote.
What should I check on the parcel?
Confirm the lot type, any HOA or deed restriction, the actual Duval tax bill and homestead status, and the exact school zoning.
How is the market here?
Lake Woodbourne is an established, built-out neighborhood where pricing tracks condition and the specific lot more than any community-wide trend. Confirm current conditions for the exact home.
Is Lake Woodbourne a good buy?
For an established lake-setting home in a convenient San Jose location it can be. The decision turns on the home's condition, the lot, and the Duval tax bill, so verify those before you commit.
What is the Lake Woodbourne area like?
It is a quiet, established lake-setting neighborhood in the convenient San Jose area between Mandarin and the St. Johns River, minutes from San Jose shopping and I-95.
Who is the best real estate agent for Lake Woodbourne?
The best agent for Lake Woodbourne 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 Lake Woodbourne.
How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Lake Woodbourne?
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 Lake Woodbourne and the wider Jacksonville area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Lake Woodbourne?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Lake Woodbourne purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
You want an established single-family home with a lake setting in the San Jose areaExcellent fit
You value a convenient 32217 location near the river and I-95Excellent fit
You will inspect 1980s systems and price for conditionExcellent fit
You want new construction with a builder warrantyProbably not
You need oceanfront or a large amenity master planProbably not
You are not willing to budget for condition on 1980s stockProbably not

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