Sugar
Mill Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Established condo and townhome community · Mandarin · ZIP 32257

An established 1984 condominium and townhome community off Crown Point Road in Jacksonville's Mandarin area, built around two pools and tennis and pickleball courts, for buyers who want low-maintenance ownership on the Southside.

Built 1984Mandarin, Duval County1 to 3 bedrooms
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Jon's Current Read

"Sugar Mill is a straightforward, established Southside condo play. The building stock is 1984 construction, so the edge is not novelty, it is the HOA structure: dues are reported to cover water, sewer, roof, and exterior maintenance, which caps a big chunk of your ownership cost in a single line item. The trade is an older building against a lower and more predictable carrying cost. Verify the association's reserve funding and any pending special assessments before you rely on that trade."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Sugar Mill is an established condominium and townhome community off Crown Point Road in Jacksonville's Mandarin area, in Duval County. The property was built in 1984 and is fully built out, with unit sizes reported to run roughly 1,002 to 1,440 square feet across one, two, and three bedroom layouts.

The community is organized around two swimming pools and tennis and pickleball courts. The homeowners association is reported to cover water, sewer, roof, and exterior maintenance, which is a meaningfully different cost structure than a single-family HOA and worth confirming line by line before you buy.

Because this is an established, built-out property, there is no new-construction competition to weigh. The more relevant questions are building age, the association's reserve funding, and how the unit's condition and position within the property compare to what else is listed, none of which this page can answer without current listing data.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established condo or townhome with a lower, HOA-covered exterior maintenance burden
  • Buyers focused on the Mandarin area of Jacksonville's Southside, near I-295
  • Buyers comfortable evaluating an older 1984 building against its association's reserve funding

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need a single-family home with private yard space
  • Buyers who want new construction or a recently built building
  • Anyone who has not budgeted time to review the condo association's financials and reserve study

How Mandarin is performing right now

50/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
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0Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
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Live market metrics for Sugar Mill update as realMLS listings and sales post. Figures shown reflect current recorded activity; confirm specifics by address.

Live from realMLS, as of July 9, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Mandarin 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 Sugar Mill 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 Jacksonville20 to 25 min · approximate
I-295 Southside interchange5 to 10 min · approximate
St. Johns Town Center shopping district10 to 15 min · approximate
Naval Air Station Jacksonville20 to 25 min · approximate
Jacksonville International Airport35 to 45 min · approximate; a longer drive

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
Mandarin (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

Mandarin 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, verify by address

Elementary

Crown Point Elementary School, verify by address

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

The takeaway

The story around Sugar Mill is the broader Southside and Mandarin corridor along the St. Johns River, a long-established part of Jacksonville that continues to see steady resale and rental demand.

Recent Developments in Sugar Mill

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

Net OutlookBullishNet neutral to positive on daily convenience given established road access along I-295 and the Southside corridor. The main variables to watch are the condo association's reserve funding and Florida's evolving condo insurance and inspection rules for older buildings.

Southside Jacksonville growth

2020 to 2026
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Jacksonville's Southside and Mandarin corridor along the St. Johns River has remained one of the city's more established, steadily occupied residential areas, supporting ongoing resale and rental demand for condo and townhome product.

Florida condo insurance and reserve rules

2024 to 2026
NeutralMajor impact
SignificanceRadius: Statewide

Florida's post-2022 condo reform laws require associations to complete structural reserve studies and fund reserves for major components. For a 1984 property, confirm Sugar Mill's compliance status, reserve funding level, and any resulting special assessment with the association before you buy.

Homeowners insurance cost

2026
BearishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Region

Florida property insurance, including condo master policies and any individual HO-6 walls-in coverage, remains a real line item. Get the current master policy summary and a bindable HO-6 quote for the specific unit 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 Sugar Mill, 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 Mandarin, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

    1

    Ask the association for the current condo dues amount, what they cover in writing, and the most recent reserve study or funding summary.

    2

    Ask specifically about Florida's structural reserve and inspection requirements for older buildings and whether Sugar Mill has completed them.

    3

    Confirm whether any special assessment is pending or has recently been approved.

    4

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

    5

    Get a bindable HO-6 (walls-in) insurance quote for the specific unit, in addition to reviewing the association's master policy.

    Best Buy
    A unit with recent interior updates in a building with solid, documented reserve funding.
    Biggest Risk
    An underfunded reserve account or a pending special assessment tied to Florida's newer condo structural rules.
    Best Lot
    Position within the property matters more than lot size here; weigh proximity to the pools and parking against building age and any recent common-area work.
    Smart Timing
    Not phase-driven; this is a stable, built-out resale market, so timing comes down to current inventory rather than a builder release schedule.
    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

    Condominium and townhome, 1 to 3 bedrooms

    Built

    1984

    Size range

    About 1,002 to 1,440 sq ft

    Bedrooms

    1 to 3

    Costs & Fees

    HOA

    Yes; the condo association is reported to cover water, sewer, roof, and exterior maintenance (confirm the current dues amount)

    CDD

    None identified; confirm on the parcel tax record

    Property use

    Primary residences and rentals; confirm the current rental policy with the association

    Amenities

    Marketed

    Two swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts

    Status

    Established, fully built-out community; verify current condition of shared facilities

    Location

    Area

    Mandarin, Jacksonville, Duval County

    Downtown Jacksonville

    About 20 to 25 min (approximate)

    I-295 access

    About 5 to 10 min (approximate)

    The takeaway

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

    The Entry

    The smaller one-bedroom layouts, around 1,000 square feet, sit at the lower end of the property's unit sizes.

    Lowest entry
    The Core

    Two-bedroom units make up much of the community's mid-range floor plans, typically in the low 1,200 square foot range.

    Most inventory
    The Top

    The larger two and three bedroom layouts, up to about 1,440 square feet, sit at the top of the property's size range.

    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
    The smaller one-bedroom layouts, around 1,000 square feet, sit at the lower end of the property's unit sizes.
    The Core
    Two-bedroom units make up much of the community's mid-range floor plans, typically in the low 1,200 square foot range.
    The Top
    The larger two and three bedroom layouts, up to about 1,440 square feet, sit at the top of the property's size range.

    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.

    Exterior and roof maintenanceHOA-covered (confirm)
    Building ageBuilt 1984
    Reserve fundingVerify with association
    Interior updatesVaries by unit
    Special assessment riskConfirm before buying

    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 Mandarin

    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.

    In an older condo community, the number that matters most is not the price, it is the reserve balance.

    Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
    6.2C · Buy Score
    Resale Strength5.8/10
    Renovation Risk6.0/10
    Location Efficiency6.8/10
    Long-Term Defensibility6.0/10
    Carrying Cost Advantage6.2/10

    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 Mandarin 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
    • This is a condominium and townhome property, so there are no individual homesites.
    • Position within the property, proximity to the pools, and parking convenience are the durable differences between units.
    • Ground-floor and upper-floor units trade off differently on stairs, noise, and privacy.
    • Ask which building has had recent roof or exterior work done under the association's maintenance program.
    • Interior condition and updates matter more here than any lot-specific feature.

    In a condominium property like Sugar Mill, the building itself is common to every owner, so the lasting differences between two units are position within the property, floor level, and proximity to the pools and parking. Because the property was built in 1984, ask specifically which buildings have had recent roof, exterior, or common-area work completed under the association's maintenance program, and weigh that against the unit's own interior condition and updates.

    Mandarin in 15 seconds.

    Best forBuyers who want an established Mandarin condo or townhome with HOA-covered exterior maintenance.
    Biggest advantageA predictable cost structure where dues are reported to cover water, sewer, roof, and exterior upkeep.
    Biggest riskAn underfunded reserve or a special assessment tied to the building's age and Florida's newer condo rules.
    Sweet spotAn updated unit in a building with documented, adequate reserve funding.
    Avoid ifYou need a single-family home or cannot budget time to review the association's financials.

    HOA, CDD & Fees

    15-Second Take
    • HOA dues are reported to include water, sewer, roof, and exterior maintenance; get the current figure in writing.
    • No CDD was identified, but confirm it on the parcel's tax record.
    • Amenities are two swimming pools and tennis and pickleball courts.
    • Ask for the association's most recent reserve study given the building's 1984 construction.
    • Confirm whether any special assessment is pending before you make an offer.

    Sugar Mill is governed by a condominium association. Reporting indicates dues cover water, sewer, roof, and exterior maintenance, which shifts a meaningful share of ownership cost into the monthly assessment. A current dues figure is not published here; get the exact amount, the most recent budget, and the reserve study in writing from the association or its management company before you buy.

    Confirm in writing, but dues appear to fund water, sewer, roofing, and exterior building maintenance, along with upkeep of the two pools and the tennis and pickleball courts.

    There is no golf course or private country club at Sugar Mill; the shared facilities are the two pools and the tennis and pickleball courts.

    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 Mandarin, condition and view decide your number

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

    Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Mandarin 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 Sugar Mill 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 Sugar Mill 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 Sugar Mill a condominium or a single-family community?
    Sugar Mill is a condominium and townhome community, not single-family homes. It is centered around Crown Point Road in Jacksonville's Mandarin area.
    When was Sugar Mill built?
    Reporting indicates the property was built in 1984. Confirm the exact build year for a specific unit or building with the Duval County Property Appraiser.
    How big are the units?
    Unit sizes are reported to run roughly 1,002 to 1,440 square feet across one, two, and three bedroom layouts.
    Is there an HOA, and how much are the dues?
    Yes, Sugar Mill is governed by a condominium association. Dues are reported to cover water, sewer, roof, and exterior maintenance. A current dues figure is not published here; confirm the exact amount and the most recent budget with the association.
    Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?
    No Community Development District was identified for this community, but CDD status is best confirmed on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser.
    What amenities does the community have?
    Two swimming pools and tennis and pickleball courts. There is no golf course or private country club.
    Is Sugar Mill gated or age-restricted?
    There is no verified information that the community is gated, and it is not marketed as age-restricted or 55 plus. Confirm access and any age policy with the association.
    What schools serve the community?
    It is in Duval County Public Schools, zoned toward Mandarin High School and Mandarin Middle School, with Crown Point Elementary School adjacent to the property. Verify the exact zoned schools by the unit's address, since attendance zones can change.
    How is the commute to downtown Jacksonville?
    Downtown Jacksonville is roughly a 20 to 25 minute approximate drive. I-295 access from the Southside corridor is closer, roughly 5 to 10 minutes.
    What is the biggest risk of buying an older condo like this?
    Reserve funding. Florida's post-2022 condo reform laws require structural reserve studies and funding for older buildings, so an underfunded reserve or a pending special assessment is the main financial risk to confirm before you buy.
    Does the HOA cover the roof and exterior?
    Reporting indicates yes, dues are reported to cover water, sewer, roof, and exterior maintenance. Get this confirmed in writing, since it materially changes what you are responsible for as an owner.
    How should I evaluate a specific unit?
    Weigh floor level, position relative to the pools and parking, and interior condition, along with which building has had recent roof or exterior work completed under the association's maintenance program.
    Should I get my own agent for a condo purchase like this?
    Yes. Your own agent can help you review the association's budget, reserve study, and any pending assessments, and compare the unit against current market activity.
    Does this page show current listings for Sugar Mill?
    Not yet. This page does not currently carry active realMLS data for Sugar Mill. Ask us for the current list of active, pending, and sold units, or run a live realMLS search.
    How current is the data on this page?
    The community facts here come from public reporting and should be verified. Market and listing data will attach to this page as it becomes available; always confirm current price, availability, and HOA details before you make an offer.
    Who is the best real estate agent for Sugar Mill?
    The best agent for Sugar Mill 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 Sugar Mill.
    How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows Sugar Mill?
    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 Sugar Mill and the wider Jacksonville area.
    Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Sugar Mill?
    Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Sugar Mill purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
    You want an established Mandarin condo or townhome with HOA-covered exterior maintenance.Excellent fit
    You are comfortable reviewing an older building's reserve study and financials before buying.Excellent fit
    You value proximity to I-295 and the Southside corridor over a single-family yard.Excellent fit
    You want a lower near-term maintenance burden than a single-family home.Excellent fit
    You need a single-family home with private yard space.Probably not
    You want new construction or a recently built building.Probably not
    You are not prepared to review condo association financials, reserves, and any pending assessments.Probably not
    You need certainty about a specific dues amount without confirming it directly with the association.Probably not

    Get the inside read on Mandarin

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    We respond personally, usually the same day.

    You are all set.

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

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