Sandlewood in Jacksonville

Sandlewood
Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

All 4,052 homes for sale in Jacksonville, FL · median $299,990 · 157 homes for sale in 32246 · Duval County homes for sale

Community in Jacksonville · Duval County · ZIP 32246
512 homesBuilt 1960–2019
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Built fromLive realMLS data23 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

Homes listed or recently sold were built 1961–1983; none of the 3 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 39 ft). As of October 2026, the MLS records 35 closed sales in Sandlewood in Jacksonville, FL since 2003, the most recent in March 2026. Recorded prices since 2024 ran from $120,000 to $365,000 (median $220,000), on homes of 880 to 1,608 sq ft. Across Jacksonville as a whole, 8,268 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $311,134, 43 median days on market, with 2,422 homes for sale today. At that median and Duval County's FY2025-26 rate of 17.86 mills, annual property tax runs about $3,930 ($3,200 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Sandlewood Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
100%
Under contract
Duval: 28% (1,522 of 5,475)
0 · 1
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
2
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 2 a year
Ownership and context
61%
Owner-occupied · Sandlewood
313 of 513 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
39%
Non-owner-occupied · Sandlewood
incl. 12% trust or LLC-held · 7% out-of-state
512
Homes in the community
plus 1 vacant residential lots · 513 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 23 years of records
42
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $260K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 1960
Community established
homes built 1960-2019, median 1970 (FL DOR 2025)
0.4%/yr
Turnover rate
about 2 of 512 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Sandlewood is a condition-and-square-footage story. With a median living area around 1,362 sq ft and stock built between 1960 and 2019 — the middle of that range landing near 1970 — what you pay per foot swings on how much updating a given home has absorbed. The median sits at $289,700, roughly $227 per square foot, but the spread underneath that median is wide: an original interior and a fully reworked one are not the same purchase, even at similar footage.

Posture right now favors sellers who price to condition. A median of 15 days on market means well-prepped homes move quickly, and the year-over-year figure is up 31.7% — a steep move that rewards accurate pricing and punishes wishful pricing. For buyers, speed is the tax: you need financing and inspection expectations lined up before you tour, because hesitation here has a cost.

The 60-Second Overview

Sandlewood is an established Jacksonville pocket of roughly 604 homes in Duval County, mostly mid-century in origin, where the price you see reflects how much renovation a home has already banked.

realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 23 homes in Sandlewood that have changed hands since 2003, built between 1960 and 1987 (median 1972), with a median living area of about 1,149 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 87% are single-family homes. Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida) closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

County records show 42 qualified sales in Sandlewood across 2024–2025 (22 in 2024, 20 in 2025), median $260,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers near the mid-$280s budget who want an established Jacksonville location over new construction
  • Renovation-minded buyers willing to trade older bones for equity built through updates
  • Owner-occupants planning to homestead and stay, matching the area's ownership pattern

Probably not for

  • Buyers needing significantly more than roughly 1,362 sq ft of living space
  • Buyers who want move-in-ready modern finishes with no project risk
  • Slow, deliberative buyers uncomfortable acting on a 15-day market clock

The market around Sandlewood

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

In ZIP 32246, 207 homes are on the market and 24% are under contract — a steady corner of Jacksonville.

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

In ZIP 32246 (Jacksonville), 743 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $315K ($217/sq ft), down 2.1% year over year, with a median 41 days on market. Right now 154 active and 49 pending listings put supply at about 3.9 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32246 housing market and the Duval County market.

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

Housing distress & ownership in Sandlewood, Jacksonville

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 9 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-04 → 2026-10-01)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Sandlewood

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

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

Every Home for Sale in Sandlewood Jacksonville Right Now (1)

All 1 active and pending Sandlewood Jacksonville listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

  • 10772 S Hawaii Drive · $325,000 · 4 bd / 2 ba · listed Sep 11, 2026 · listed by Keller Williams Realty At The Lakes

Listing locations from realMLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.

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

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

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

3

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

4

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

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Sandlewood.

Best Buy
Buyers who want an established Jacksonville location and are comfortable with older homes.
Biggest Risk
A steep 31.7% year-over-year jump raises the bar on pricing accuracy.
Sweet Spot
A maintained or updated home near the median that inspects clean.
Avoid If
You need large square footage or want a turnkey, new-construction feel.

Older bones, condition-driven pricing

The housing here is compact by today's standards — a median near 1,362 sq ft — and the age of the stock matters more than the address. Homes originating around 1970 carry the usual older-home questions: roof age, systems, electrical, and whether prior owners modernized or merely maintained. That is precisely why per-foot pricing varies; the median of about $227 is an average of very different interior realities.

Owner-occupancy runs a bit above half, with a homestead share near 61.5%, which tends to correlate with homes that have been lived in and cared for rather than turned over as rentals. For a buyer, that is a reason to inspect closely rather than assume: the difference between a maintained 1970s home and a deferred one is the whole negotiation.

“

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a market moving at a 15-day median with prices up sharply year over year, the edge is reading condition against price faster than the next buyer — or, if you are selling, prepping and pricing to what your specific home actually is. We work Sandlewood at the home level, not the headline level, so you are not overpaying for a renovation that isn't there or underpricing one that is.

Sandlewood in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established Jacksonville location and are comfortable with older homes.
Biggest advantageFast-moving market where well-prepared homes sell quickly.
Biggest riskA steep 31.7% year-over-year jump raises the bar on pricing accuracy.
Sweet spotA maintained or updated home near the median that inspects clean.
Avoid ifYou need large square footage or want a turnkey, new-construction feel.

HOA, CDD & Fees

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

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

The takeaway

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

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Recently off market in Sandlewood

Homes in Sandlewood that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 2 on record.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Duval County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,848/mo
Duval County typical true cost to own
$110/mo
Duval County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

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

How much local inventory is already under contract

23% of homes for sale in ZIP 32246 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-10-01).

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Sandlewood?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 512 homes plus 1 vacant residential lots in Sandlewood (public records).
What share of Sandlewood is owner-occupied?
61% of Sandlewood parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Sandlewood built?
Homes in Sandlewood were built between 1960 and 2019, with a median year built of 1970.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Sandlewood?
The best agent for Sandlewood is one who actively works Jacksonville and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Sandlewood.
How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Sandlewood?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Sandlewood and the wider Jacksonville area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Sandlewood?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Sandlewood purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Sandlewood, and what county is it in?
Sandlewood is in Jacksonville, Duval County, FL, ZIP 32246. The community's center is about 8 miles east of downtown Jacksonville (straight-line).
How far is Sandlewood from downtown Jacksonville and the beach?
About 8 miles from downtown Jacksonville and about 8 miles from the Atlantic beach at Atlantic Beach, both straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Buyers near the mid-$280s budget who want an established Jacksonville location over new constructionExcellent fit
Renovation-minded buyers willing to trade older bones for equity built through updatesExcellent fit
Owner-occupants planning to homestead and stay, matching the area's ownership patternExcellent fit
Buyers needing significantly more than roughly 1,362 sq ft of living spaceProbably not
Buyers who want move-in-ready modern finishes with no project riskProbably not
Slow, deliberative buyers uncomfortable acting on a 15-day market clockProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsrealMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: October 1, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (6 streets, ZIP 32246))
Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-10-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2003 (35 transactions analyzed)

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

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

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Thinking of selling in Sandlewood? 2 recorded closings (window ending 2026-10-01). See the Duval County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Schools serving nearby communities

We do not have a confirmed school assignment for Sandlewood. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 32246; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.

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

Streets in this community

Street-level pages: every home on record, what sold and what is for sale on each street.

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