Mallard Cove Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Established Mandarin resale market · Jacksonville · ZIP 32257

An established, deed-restricted single-family resale neighborhood off Old St. Augustine Road in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, in Duval County.

Established resaleMandarin, Duval CountySingle-family homes

Live Market Pulse

50/100
Momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

This is a settled resale neighborhood, not a new-construction release. Inventory is limited and individual, so condition, updates, and lot drive value more than a single headline number. Verify specifics by address.

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Listings before the portals, true comps, and the renovation and carrying-cost math, before you tour.

Live · Mallard Cove Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)

Price

$432K ▲

Median sold · 12 mo

up 3.5% vs the prior 12 months

+3.5% ▲

1-yr price change

n = 4 and 4 sales in the two windows

$190/sf

Sold $/sqft · 12 mo

peak $220 in 2025

95.6%

Sale vs ask

+135%

T12M median vs 2012

from a $184K median in 2012

Tempo

40days

Median DOM · closed

6 days at the 2025 low

Sold · last 12 mo

10-yr average: about 6 a year

Ownership and context

88%

Owner-occupied · Mallard Cove

134 of 152 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)

12%

Non-owner-occupied · Mallard Cove

incl. 7% trust or LLC-held · 1% out-of-state

Cash buyers · Mallard Cove

0 of 4 sales, 12 mo ending July 2025

152

Homes in the community

152 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)

Track record · 25 years of records

Est. 1989

Community established

homes built 1989-1999, median 1990 (FL DOR 2025)

Failed listings · 2023

peaked at 8 in 2008

2,234sqft

Median sold home size

12-mo windows, closed sales

2.6%/yr

Turnover rate

about 4 of 152 homes trade a year

Built fromLive realMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily

Jon's Current Read

"Mallard Cove is a resale play on a settled Mandarin street network off Old St. Augustine Road, reached from I-295 by way of Hood Road, not a builder market. The neighborhood has an active homeowners association, the Mandarin Mallard Cove Homeowners Association, but no verified clubhouse, pool, or golf amenity, so the value case rests on the individual home and lot rather than a shared amenity package. The location thesis is Mandarin itself, a largely built-out part of southside Jacksonville with established access to San Jose Boulevard and I-295. Confirm current HOA dues and the exact home details per listing before you underwrite it."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

Mallard Cove Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of July 11, 2026

Mallard Cove right now

🟡 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($432K) is up 3.5% from the prior 12 months ($417K) and up 135% since 2012. With about 6 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level realMLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 11. Confidence: Low (4 and 4 sales in the two windows).

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Updated July 11, 2026 · Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Mallard Cove is an established, deed-restricted single-family neighborhood in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, in Duval County, reached from I-295 via Old St. Augustine Road and Hood Road, with internal streets including Ripple Rush Drive and Spotted Fawn Lane. Homes here are resales, so each one trades on its own condition, updates, and lot rather than a builder price sheet or a current floor plan lineup.

The neighborhood is served by the Mandarin Mallard Cove Homeowners Association, which is active, though a current dues figure and the exact scope of any HOA-maintained common areas are not published here and should be confirmed directly with the association. No clubhouse, pool, or golf amenity was verified for this community, so buyers should confirm what, if anything, the HOA maintains beyond the neighborhood's roads and common grounds.

The bigger picture is location. Mandarin is a well-established, built-out part of southside Jacksonville with access to the San Jose Boulevard retail and dining corridor and to I-295, and the surrounding Old St. Augustine Road area includes other resale neighborhoods of a similar era. That settled character means the location story here is stability and access rather than new growth.

Quick Match

Who Mallard Cove is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want an established, deed-restricted single-family resale home in Mandarin
Buyers comfortable verifying condition, size, and updates on an individual resale home
Buyers who value straightforward access to Old St. Augustine Road, I-295, and San Jose Boulevard

Probably not for

Buyers who need new construction with a builder warranty and modern systems
Anyone who wants a community with a verified clubhouse, pool, or golf amenity
Buyers unwilling to confirm home age and system condition on an established resale property

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending July 11 of each year, from record-level realMLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($432K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($417K) IS the +3.5% one-year change.

Windows contain 1 to 11 sales each (4 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo

Up 3.5% year over year; up 135% since 2012.

Every sale since 2001 · price vs size

153 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.

Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo

Up from $90 in 2012 to a $220 peak in 2025; $190 now.

Median days on market · closed sales

6 days at the 2025 low; 40 now.

Sale price vs original ask · median

95.6% now.

Homes sold per 12-mo window

1 to 11 a year; 4 in the current window.

Sellers who gave up · failed listings per year

Canceled, expired, or withdrawn. 8 quit in 2008; 0 so far in 2023. The clearest stress gauge a community has.

Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record

82 at the 2025 peak, 35 in the troughs, 36 now. Same score as the hero card, full history.

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.

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 (2026-07-10).

8.6A- score

Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

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

Interactive Map

Mallard Cove 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 Mallard Cove. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact start point.

Downtown Jacksonville20 to 25 min · approximate

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

San Jose Boulevard shopping and dining10 to 15 min · approximate

I-295 access via Old St. Augustine Road5 to 10 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

Mallard Cove (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

Mallard Cove 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 (Duval County Public Schools, verify by address)

Elementary

Beauclerc Elementary School (Duval County Public Schools, verify by address)

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

The takeaway

The story here is stability in a mature, built-out Mandarin street network, alongside the everyday realities of an established, individually-traded resale market.

Recent Developments in Mallard Cove

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishNet neutral. Mandarin is a settled southside corridor with steady demand and limited new supply, while an established housing stock means condition and updates vary home to home.

Mandarin corridor stability

2020 to 2026

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Corridor

Mandarin is a largely built-out southside Jacksonville area with established retail along San Jose Boulevard and I-295 access via Old St. Augustine Road, supporting steady rather than rapidly growing housing demand.

Established housing stock

2026

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Homes in Mallard Cove are established resales rather than a current builder release, so roof and system age vary home to home. Verify each home's maintenance history and year built individually.

Insurance and carrying costs

2026

NeutralMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: Region

Florida homeowners insurance is a real line item, and an older roof can raise premiums. Get a bindable quote for the specific home before you commit.

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 Mallard Cove, 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 Mallard Cove buying strategy.

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

Get a home inspection and roof certification, since this is an established resale neighborhood with home age that varies by property.

Confirm the current Mandarin Mallard Cove Homeowners Association dues amount and what they cover with the association or management company.

Verify the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high school by the home's address with Duval County Public Schools.

Get a bindable homeowners insurance quote for the specific home before you make an offer.

Confirm the parcel's flood zone and any drainage easement with the Duval County Property Appraiser before you commit.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

An updated single-family home with a documented roof and system history at a straightforward lot position.

Biggest Risk

Buying an unrenovated home without a clear picture of deferred maintenance on an older system.

Best Lot

Favor a lot with confirmed drainage and flood-zone status; verify against county records before you commit.

Smart Timing

Resale-driven. Inventory moves individually rather than in phases, so timing depends on what lists.

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 single-family resale

Era

Established resale stock; exact year built not verified here, confirm per listing

Size range

Not verified here; one recent public listing shows about 2,314 sq ft. Confirm size and configuration per listing

Bedrooms

Not verified here; confirm on the current listing

Costs & Fees

HOA

Yes, Mandarin Mallard Cove Homeowners Association (amount not published; confirm current dues)

CDD

None identified; confirm on the parcel tax record

Property use

Primary residences

Amenities

Marketed

No verified private clubhouse, pool, or golf course for this community

Status

Confirm any HOA-maintained common areas directly with the association

Location

Area

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

Downtown Jacksonville

About 20 to 25 min (approximate)

Airport (JAX)

About 30 to 35 min (approximate)

Mallard Cove Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Mallard Cove.

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 Mallard Cove 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 lower end of the resale range, expect smaller single-family homes that may need updates to systems, roof, or finishes. Verify condition carefully.

Lowest entry

The Core

In the middle of the range, expect mid-size single-family homes with some updates, generally reflecting typical resale inventory for this part of Mandarin.

Most inventory

The Top

At the upper end, expect the most recently updated homes on the neighborhood's more desirable lots. Verify the exact features and lot position per listing.

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 lower end of the resale range, expect smaller single-family homes that may need updates to systems, roof, or finishes. Verify condition carefully.

The Core

In the middle of the range, expect mid-size single-family homes with some updates, generally reflecting typical resale inventory for this part of Mandarin.

The Top

At the upper end, expect the most recently updated homes on the neighborhood's more desirable lots. Verify the exact features and lot position per listing.

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 Mallard Cove, 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 Mallard Cove 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 Mallard Cove holds value.

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

Home conditionVaries by listing

Age of systemsNot verified; check per home

Near-term maintenanceDepends on updates

Lot selectionConfirm flood zone per parcel

HOA consistencyActive association

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 Mallard Cove

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 floor plan, it is the individual home: its condition, its updates, and its lot.

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.

5.8C · Buy Score

Resale Strength5.6/10

Renovation Risk5.0/10

Location Efficiency6.4/10

Long-Term Defensibility5.6/10

Carrying Cost Advantage6.0/10

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 Mallard Cove 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 here are resale, so condition varies house to house.
There is no current builder floor plan to compare against.
Confirm flood zone and drainage on any lot before buying.
Interior lots away from any low-lying areas tend to be more straightforward to underwrite.
An updated home is the value driver here, not a floor plan.

In an established resale neighborhood like Mallard Cove, there is no current builder floor plan to compare, so the durable difference between two homes is the combination of condition and lot. Confirm the flood zone and any drainage easement on a specific parcel with the Duval County Property Appraiser before committing. Homes needing significant deferred-maintenance work carry more renovation risk regardless of lot position, while an updated home with a documented roof and system history is the more defensible buy.

The 15-Second Verdict

Mallard Cove in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established, deed-restricted single-family resale home in Mandarin.

Biggest advantageA settled Mandarin location with straightforward access to Old St. Augustine Road, I-295, and San Jose Boulevard.

Biggest riskDeferred maintenance on an established resale home; verify condition before you buy.

Sweet spotAn updated home with a documented roof and system history.

Avoid ifYou need new construction with a builder warranty or a community with a verified clubhouse and pool.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

HOA yes, the Mandarin Mallard Cove Homeowners Association; get the current dues amount and coverage in writing.
No CDD was identified, but confirm it on the parcel's tax record.
No clubhouse, pool, or golf amenity was verified for this community.
Home age varies across the neighborhood; get an inspection and roof certification.
Budget Florida homeowners insurance as a real cost; get a bindable quote.

Mallard Cove is served by the Mandarin Mallard Cove Homeowners Association, which is active. A current dues amount is not published here; confirm the exact figure and what it covers with the association or a management company before you buy.

Confirm in writing, but HOA dues in this kind of established neighborhood typically fund common-area upkeep. No formal clubhouse, pool, or golf amenity was verified for this community.

There is no verified golf course or private country club here.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Mallard Cove 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 Mallard Cove.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 Mallard Cove

Thinking of selling a Mallard Cove home?

Selling an established Mandarin resale home takes a real strategy, not an automated estimate. We will show you the honest math against current comparable resale activity.

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 Mallard Cove, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Windermere, 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 Mallard Cove home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Mallard Cove 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.

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Real comps, not an automated estimate.

Median sale prices in Mallard Cove 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mallard Cove a new-construction community?

No. It is an established, deed-restricted single-family neighborhood off Old St. Augustine Road in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville. Confirm the exact year built for any specific home per listing.

Where is Mallard Cove located?

It sits in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, in Duval County, ZIP 32257, off Old St. Augustine Road near Hood Road, with internal streets including Ripple Rush Drive and Spotted Fawn Lane.

What do homes cost in Mallard Cove?

Based on live realMLS data, pricing depends on the individual home's condition, size, and lot rather than a builder price sheet. Check current listings for exact figures, since this is a resale market.

How big are the homes?

Home size is not verified in detail here; one recent public listing showed about 2,314 square feet. Confirm exact size, configuration, and bedroom count per listing.

Is there an HOA in Mallard Cove, and how much are the dues?

Yes, the Mandarin Mallard Cove Homeowners Association is active. A current dues amount is not published here; confirm the exact figure and what it covers with the association before you buy.

Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?

No Community Development District was identified for this neighborhood, but CDD status is best confirmed on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser before you rely on it.

What amenities does the neighborhood have?

No clubhouse, pool, or golf amenity was verified for this community. Confirm any HOA-maintained common areas directly with the association.

Is Mallard Cove gated or age-restricted?

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

What schools serve the neighborhood?

It is in the Duval County Public Schools district, generally zoned toward Mandarin High School and Mandarin Middle School, with Beauclerc Elementary School at the elementary level. Verify the exact zoned schools by the specific address with Duval County Public Schools.

How is the commute to downtown Jacksonville?

Downtown Jacksonville is roughly a 20 to 25 minute approximate drive. Jacksonville International Airport is roughly 30 to 35 minutes. Other drive times on this page are approximate estimates.

What is nearby for shopping and access?

San Jose Boulevard's shopping and dining corridor is roughly a 10 to 15 minute approximate drive, and I-295 is reachable in roughly 5 to 10 minutes via Old St. Augustine Road.

What is the biggest risk of buying here?

Deferred maintenance. Because this is an established resale neighborhood, an unrenovated home may need roof, system, or finish updates that are not always obvious without an inspection.

How should I choose a lot?

Confirm flood zone and drainage on any specific parcel with the Duval County Property Appraiser before committing. Lots away from any low-lying areas are generally more straightforward to underwrite.

Should I get my own agent for a resale purchase here?

Yes. Your own agent reviews the home's condition, comparable sales, and HOA status, and represents your interests through inspection and closing.

How current is the data on this page?

The market figures come from live realMLS data and update regularly. Always confirm the exact price, condition, and availability with a current listing before you make an offer.

Who is the best real estate agent for Mallard Cove?

The best agent for Mallard Cove 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 Mallard Cove.

How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Mallard Cove?

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 Mallard Cove and the wider Jacksonville area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Mallard Cove?

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

The Verdict

Should you buy in Mallard Cove?

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

You want an established, deed-restricted single-family resale home in Mandarin.Excellent fit

You are comfortable verifying condition, size, and updates on an individual resale home.Excellent fit

You value straightforward access to Old St. Augustine Road, I-295, and San Jose Boulevard.Excellent fit

You want the stability of a settled, built-out southside Jacksonville location.Excellent fit

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

You want a community with a verified clubhouse, pool, or golf amenity.Probably not

You are unwilling to verify roof and system age on an established resale home.Probably not

You need a home with a pre-confirmed flood zone status before you start looking.Probably not

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Median sale price in Mallard Cove, 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.

Community market stats	realMLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 11, 2026
Housing stock & ownership	Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (5 streets, ZIP 32257))
Under-contract shares	realMLS records, as of 2026-07-10
Schools	2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district
Historical depth	Closed-sale records back to 2001 (153 transactions analyzed)

Mallard Cove Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Mallard Cove right now

The 60-Second Overview

Who Mallard Cove is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Mallard Cove on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

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

Mandarin Middle School (Duval County Public Schools, verify by address)

Beauclerc Elementary School (Duval County Public Schools, verify by address)

Recent Developments in Mallard Cove

Mandarin corridor stability

Established housing stock

Insurance and carrying costs

The Mallard Cove buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

The Homes

Costs & Fees

Amenities

Location

What your money buys in Mallard Cove.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Mallard Cove holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Mallard Cove

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 Mallard Cove is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Mallard Cove in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Mallard Cove buy.

Thinking of selling a Mallard Cove home?

In Mallard Cove, condition and view decide your number

What is your Mallard Cove home worth?

The real cost & risk here

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Mallard Cove?

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Data sources & freshness

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