Moncrief
Estates Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Established Moncrief-area resale market · Jacksonville · ZIP 32208

An established resale neighborhood in the Moncrief area of north-central Jacksonville, priced for buyers who want a settled, single-family home close to I-95 and downtown.

Established resaleNorth-central JacksonvilleSingle-family homes
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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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Jon's Current Read

"Moncrief Estates is a resale play in one of north-central Jacksonville's long-established residential pockets, not a builder market. The neighborhood sits inside the broader Moncrief area, a district that took shape in the early 20th century and today is built out with a mix of decades-old single-family homes. Because there is no new construction here, the value driver is the individual home: its condition, updates, and lot, not a price sheet. Confirm the exact zoned schools and any deed restrictions on the specific parcel before you underwrite it."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Moncrief Estates is an established, mostly single-family neighborhood in the Moncrief area of north-central Jacksonville, in Duval County. Like much of the surrounding district, the area developed with residential subdivisions in the early and mid 20th century, and today's homes range across that span of construction, so each one should be judged on its own condition rather than assumed from the neighborhood's age.

No mandatory homeowners association or dedicated community amenity was identified for the neighborhood. Recreation and services for residents come from the wider Moncrief area and north Jacksonville generally, rather than from an in-community clubhouse or pool, so factor that into your expectations if amenities matter to you.

The bigger picture is location. The neighborhood sits close to I-95 and within a short drive of downtown Jacksonville, which keeps commute times competitive even without a builder-community amenity package. Because many homes here are several decades old, verify the age of the roof and major systems, the exact zoned schools, and any recorded deed restrictions on the specific parcel before you make an offer.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established, single-family resale close to I-95 and downtown Jacksonville
  • Buyers comfortable verifying an older home's condition and systems parcel by parcel
  • Buyers prioritizing commute and price over a builder amenity package

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need new construction with a builder warranty and modern systems
  • Anyone who wants a gated, amenitized HOA community with a pool and clubhouse
  • Buyers unwilling to verify roof age, systems, and zoned schools on an older home

How Moncrief is performing right now

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Live market metrics for Moncrief Estates update as realMLS listings and sales post. Figures shown reflect current recorded activity; confirm specifics by address.

Live from realMLS, as of July 10, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Moncrief listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

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

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.

Downtown Jacksonville12 to 18 min · approximate
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)12 to 18 min · approximate
I-955 to 10 min · approximate
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens10 to 15 min · approximate
Riverside and Avondale12 to 18 min · approximate
Jacksonville beaches35 to 45 min · approximate

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Moncrief (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

Moncrief 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

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

Middle

Jean Ribault Middle School (verify by address)

Elementary

Sallye B. Mathis Elementary School (verify by address)

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

The takeaway

The story here is location and stability. Moncrief Estates sits close to I-95 and downtown Jacksonville in a long-established part of the city, without the amenity build-out or price premium of a newer HOA community.

Recent Developments in Moncrief Estates

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

Net OutlookBullishNet stable for an established resale neighborhood, with value tied to individual home condition and ongoing reinvestment in the wider Moncrief area. Confirm roof and systems age before you underwrite a purchase.

Established market, no new construction competition

Evergreen
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Moncrief Estates is built out, so there is no builder competing with new phases inside the neighborhood. Value turns on the condition and updates of individual resale homes rather than on new releases nearby.

Older homes mean systems and condition risk

Evergreen
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Homes here span decades of construction, so roof age, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC vary widely by parcel. Budget for updates and get a thorough inspection before you rely on any single home's condition.

Insurance and closing costs

2026
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Region

Northeast Florida homeowners insurance is a real line item, and it varies with roof age and home condition. 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 Moncrief Estates, 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.

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

    1

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

    2

    Get a thorough inspection focused on roof age, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, since these vary widely across the neighborhood's older homes.

    3

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

    4

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

    5

    Compare the home's condition and price against genuinely comparable recent sales in the immediate Moncrief area, not the wider ZIP code.

    Best Buy
    A structurally sound home with updatable systems on a good lot, priced to leave room for renovation.
    Biggest Risk
    Underestimating the cost of updating an older home or overlooking its roof and systems age.
    Best Lot
    Prioritize a usable, well-positioned lot away from busier roads.
    Smart Timing
    Resale driven. Inventory is thin and individual, so move when the right home condition and lot appear.
    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

    Mostly early to mid 20th-century construction; verify year built by parcel

    Construction

    Predominantly single-story frame and block homes

    Lots

    Small to mid-size lots typical of the surrounding Moncrief area

    Costs & Fees

    HOA

    No mandatory HOA identified; confirm any deed restrictions on the parcel

    CDD

    None identified; confirm on the parcel tax record

    Property use

    Primary residences

    Amenities

    Public

    No dedicated community amenity identified; nearby city parks serve the wider Moncrief area

    Status

    Not gated or amenitized; confirm any voluntary neighborhood association

    Location

    Area

    Moncrief, north-central Jacksonville, Duval County

    Downtown Jacksonville

    About 12 to 18 min (approximate)

    Airport (JAX)

    About 12 to 18 min (approximate)

    The takeaway

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

    The Entry

    At the entry tier you are generally looking at original-condition homes that have not been updated, where the value is in the lot and the renovation upside. Expect to budget for roof, systems, and cosmetic updates.

    Lowest entry
    The Core

    In the core of the market you find updated single-story homes with refreshed kitchens, baths, and mechanicals on solid lots. This is the typical move-in resale in the neighborhood.

    Most inventory
    The Top

    At the top are the larger, more fully renovated homes on the best-positioned lots. Confirm the condition and square footage on the specific parcel.

    Strongest resale

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

    The Entry
    At the entry tier you are generally looking at original-condition homes that have not been updated, where the value is in the lot and the renovation upside. Expect to budget for roof, systems, and cosmetic updates.
    The Core
    In the core of the market you find updated single-story homes with refreshed kitchens, baths, and mechanicals on solid lots. This is the typical move-in resale in the neighborhood.
    The Top
    At the top are the larger, more fully renovated homes on the best-positioned lots. Confirm the condition and square footage on the specific parcel.

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

    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.

    Home conditionVaries by home
    Roof and systems ageVerify age
    Renovation upsideStrong on older homes
    Lot and locationClose to I-95, downtown
    Amenity packageNone identified

    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 Moncrief

    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.

    The value here is not a builder price sheet, it is the individual home: its condition, its updates, and its lot.

    Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
    5.2C · Buy Score
    Resale Strength4.8/10
    Renovation Risk4.5/10
    Location Efficiency5.6/10
    Long-Term Defensibility5.0/10
    Carrying Cost Advantage5.8/10

    Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

    Why our read on Moncrief 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.

    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
    • Lots are generally small to mid size, typical of the surrounding area.
    • The lot and its position relative to busier roads are durable differentiators.
    • Interior lots away from busier streets tend to hold appeal.
    • Verify parcel boundaries and any easements with the county before you offer.
    • Corner and quieter interior lots tend to hold appeal over through-traffic lots.

    In an established, built-out neighborhood the home is usually decades old, so the durable difference between two properties is the lot and its position. Well-positioned lots away from busier roads tend to hold value best, while homes fronting through-traffic streets tend to lag. Because this is a resale market, treat the lot as a core part of your value math alongside the home's condition, and verify parcel boundaries and any easements with the county rather than assuming them from the listing.

    Moncrief in 15 seconds.

    Best forBuyers who want an established, single-family resale close to I-95 and downtown Jacksonville.
    Biggest advantageCompetitive commute times and price close to the urban core, without new-construction premiums.
    Biggest riskOlder home costs (roof, systems) that vary widely from parcel to parcel.
    Sweet spotA sound home with updatable systems on a good lot, priced with room to renovate.
    Avoid ifYou need new construction, modern systems, or a gated, amenitized HOA community.

    HOA, CDD & Fees

    15-Second Take
    • No mandatory HOA identified; confirm deed restrictions on the parcel.
    • No CDD was identified, but confirm it on the parcel tax record.
    • No dedicated community amenity identified; recreation is area-wide.
    • Older homes mean roof and systems age vary; inspect carefully.
    • Verify zoned schools by address; attendance zones change.

    No mandatory homeowners association was identified for Moncrief Estates, which is typical of established north-central Jacksonville neighborhoods of its era. Confirm whether any voluntary neighborhood association or recorded deed restrictions apply to the specific parcel before you rely on it.

    With no mandatory HOA identified, there are generally no association dues or association-run amenities to budget for here. Confirm any voluntary dues or deed restrictions on the parcel.

    There is no golf course or private country club in the neighborhood. Recreation is drawn from the wider north Jacksonville area rather than an in-community facility.

    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.

    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 Moncrief, condition and view decide your number

    Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Moncrief Park, 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 Moncrief home worth?

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

    Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

    Median sale prices in Moncrief Estates 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

    County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

    Live market metrics for Moncrief Estates are being compiled from realMLS activity and will appear here as listings and sales post. For current county-level figures, see the market data links below.

    Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Moncrief Estates a new construction community?
    No. It is an established neighborhood in the Moncrief area of north-central Jacksonville. Homes here are resales spanning decades of construction, and each should be judged on its own.
    What kind of homes are in Moncrief Estates?
    Predominantly single-story frame and block homes on small to mid-size lots. Condition ranges from original to renovated, so each home should be judged on its own.
    Is there an HOA?
    No mandatory homeowners association was identified for Moncrief Estates. Confirm any voluntary association or recorded deed restrictions on the specific parcel before you rely on it.
    Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?
    No Community Development District was identified for this neighborhood. Confirm CDD status on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser before you rely on it.
    What should I check before buying an older home here?
    Focus on roof age, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, since these vary widely across the neighborhood's older homes. Get a thorough inspection and budget for updates, as this is where resale value is won or lost.
    What schools serve the neighborhood?
    It is in Duval County Public Schools. The zoned elementary, middle, and high schools should be verified by the specific address, since attendance zones change.
    How is the commute to downtown Jacksonville?
    Moncrief Estates sits close to I-95 in north-central Jacksonville, roughly 12 to 18 minutes from downtown depending on the exact location and traffic. Other drive times on this page are approximate estimates.
    Is Moncrief Estates 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. It is an established, open residential neighborhood.
    Are there community amenities like a pool or clubhouse?
    No dedicated community amenity was identified. Residents draw on the wider Moncrief area and north Jacksonville for parks and recreation.
    What is the biggest risk of buying here?
    Underestimating the cost of updating an older home, since roof and systems age vary widely by parcel. A thorough inspection manages this risk.
    Should I get my own agent to buy a resale here?
    Yes. In a resale market an experienced agent helps you judge condition, updates, and lot against genuinely comparable sales and represents your interests in the negotiation.
    How current is the market data on this page?
    This page will fill in with live realMLS data as sales in the neighborhood accrue. Until then, treat market figures as thin, and always confirm price and condition against genuinely comparable homes before you make an offer.
    Who is the best real estate agent for Moncrief Estates?
    The best agent for Moncrief Estates 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 Moncrief Estates.
    How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Moncrief Estates?
    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 Moncrief Estates and the wider Jacksonville area.
    Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Moncrief Estates?
    Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Moncrief Estates purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
    You want an established, single-family resale close to I-95 and downtown Jacksonville.Excellent fit
    You are comfortable verifying condition, updates, and systems parcel by parcel on an older home.Excellent fit
    You prioritize commute and price over a builder amenity package.Excellent fit
    You will do the homework on roof and systems age before you underwrite the purchase.Excellent fit
    You need new construction with a builder warranty and modern systems.Probably not
    You want a gated, amenitized HOA community with a pool and clubhouse.Probably not
    You cannot budget for updates on an older home.Probably not
    You need a large pool of identical new homes for easy price comparison.Probably not

    Get the inside read on Moncrief

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

    We respond personally, usually the same day.

    You are all set.

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

    Median sale price in Moncrief Estates, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.
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