The
Paddocks Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL

Established Mandarin resale market · Jacksonville · ZIP 32223

A gated resale community of larger homes on wide lots off Loretto Road in Jacksonville's Mandarin area, built out starting around 2008.

Established resaleMandarin, JacksonvilleGated community
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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
This is a settled, gated resale community, 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

"The Paddocks is a resale play on a gated Mandarin community built out mostly since 2008, so the homes are newer than much of the surrounding area but still trade as individual resales rather than off a builder price sheet. The value driver is the home itself, its condition, updates, and homesite, since the community is largely built out and there is little to no new-construction competition inside its gates. Confirm the current HOA dues and any parcel-level CDD status before you underwrite a purchase here."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

The Paddocks is a gated, single-family resale community in the Mandarin area of south Jacksonville, in Duval County, built out largely starting around 2008 along Paddock Gates Drive off Loretto Road. Homes here tend to be larger, multi-bedroom houses on wide lots with visible separation between properties, a departure from the tighter platting of some older Mandarin subdivisions nearby.

Because the community is established rather than actively building new phases, each home trades on its own condition, updates, and lot rather than on a builder release schedule. The gated entry and consistent lot sizing are part of the community's identity, so buyers should weigh homesite position and any HOA-maintained common areas alongside the individual home's condition.

The bigger picture is location. Mandarin sits in south Jacksonville along the St. Johns River corridor, with San Jose Boulevard and I-295 providing the main routes toward downtown Jacksonville and the rest of Duval County. The area is well established, so buyers here are generally trading new-construction options farther out for a shorter-built, already-settled Mandarin address.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a gated community of larger homes on wide lots in Mandarin
  • Buyers who prefer a resale built since 2008 over an older mid-century home or a new-construction release farther out
  • Buyers who value separation between homes and a settled, built-out community

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need brand-new construction with a builder warranty
  • Anyone who wants a golf or country-club amenity package
  • Buyers unwilling to verify current HOA dues, any CDD status, and the exact zoned schools by address

How The Paddocks is performing right now

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Live market metrics for The Paddocks 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 The Paddocks 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 The Paddocks 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 Jacksonville25 to 30 min · approximate, via San Jose Blvd or I-295
Jacksonville International Airport (JAX)40 to 45 min · approximate
St. Johns Town Center20 to 25 min · approximate
I-295 (Mandarin interchange)5 to 10 min · approximate
Jacksonville beaches45 to 55 min · approximate
Baptist South / Mandarin medical corridor10 to 15 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
The Paddocks (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

The Paddocks 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

Loretto Elementary School (verify by address)

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

The takeaway

Mandarin is an established south Jacksonville area, and the story for a built-out gated community like this one is steady demand along the San Jose Boulevard and I-295 corridor rather than a new-supply story.

Recent Developments in The Paddocks

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

Net OutlookBullishNet stable for a settled, gated resale community. Watch regional growth along the Mandarin and southside corridors and confirm current carrying costs before you buy.

Mandarin remains a built-out, established area

Evergreen
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Mandarin has been a developed part of south Jacksonville for decades, so there is little raw land left for new large-scale subdivisions nearby. That tends to support demand for existing gated communities like The Paddocks.

Southside job and retail corridor growth

2026
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Corridor

Continued commercial and medical-office development along the San Jose Boulevard and I-295 corridor in south Jacksonville has generally supported demand for nearby established housing, though pace and specifics should be confirmed against current permitting data.

HOA and CDD carrying costs

2026
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Get the current HOA dues in writing and confirm CDD status on the specific parcel before you rely on any advertised cost figure; both can change over time.

Insurance costs in Florida

2026
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Region

Florida homeowners insurance remains a meaningful line item statewide. Get a bindable quote for the specific home before you commit, regardless of the home's age.

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 The Paddocks, 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 The Paddocks, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

    1

    Get the current HOA dues amount and any special assessments in writing from the association or management company.

    2

    Confirm CDD status on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser before you rely on any advertised figure.

    3

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

    4

    Get a thorough inspection of roof, systems, and any pool equipment, and confirm the year built on the specific parcel.

    5

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

    Best Buy
    A well-maintained home on a quieter interior lot with updated systems.
    Biggest Risk
    Overpaying without confirming current HOA dues, CDD status, and the home's actual condition.
    Best Lot
    Favor wide, well-positioned lots with good separation from neighboring homes.
    Smart Timing
    Resale-driven. Inventory is limited and individual, so move when the right home 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

    Largely built starting around 2008

    Construction

    Larger single-story and two-story homes

    Lots

    Wide lots with separation between homes

    Costs & Fees

    HOA

    Yes; confirm the current dues amount with the association or management company

    CDD

    None advertised; confirm on the parcel tax record

    Property use

    Primary residences

    Amenities

    Marketed

    Gated entry

    Status

    Verify current amenity access with the HOA

    Location

    Area

    Mandarin, Jacksonville, Duval County

    Downtown Jacksonville

    About 25 to 30 min (approximate)

    Airport (JAX)

    About 40 to 45 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 the community's smaller-footprint plans in original or lightly updated condition. Confirm square footage and condition on the specific parcel.

    Lowest entry
    The Core

    In the core of the market you find larger single-story and two-story homes with updated kitchens and baths, which make up the bulk of typical resales here.

    Most inventory
    The Top

    At the top are the largest homes on the widest or most private lots, potentially with a pool or additional garage space. Confirm the exact size, condition, and any upgrades 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 the community's smaller-footprint plans in original or lightly updated condition. Confirm square footage and condition on the specific parcel.
    The Core
    In the core of the market you find larger single-story and two-story homes with updated kitchens and baths, which make up the bulk of typical resales here.
    The Top
    At the top are the largest homes on the widest or most private lots, potentially with a pool or additional garage space. Confirm the exact size, condition, and any upgrades 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 upsideModerate
    Lot and separationWide lots
    HOA/CDD cost certaintyVerify by parcel

    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 The Paddocks

    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 lot, and its upkeep.

    Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
    7.0B · Buy Score
    Resale Strength6.8/10
    Renovation Risk6.8/10
    Location Efficiency6.8/10
    Long-Term Defensibility6.8/10
    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 The Paddocks 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 wide, with visible separation between homes.
    • The home's condition and updates matter more than a single headline price.
    • Interior, quieter lots tend to hold appeal over those on busier entry roads.
    • Confirm any pool, fencing, or lot-line specifics on the parcel survey.
    • Verify HOA dues and CDD status before you finalize your carrying-cost math.

    In a built-out gated community the housing stock is largely set, so the durable difference between two homes is condition, updates, and the specific lot. Wider, quieter lots away from the main entry tend to hold value best, while homes needing system updates should be priced accordingly. Because this is a resale market, treat HOA dues, any CDD status, and the home's actual condition as core parts of your value math rather than relying on advertised figures alone.

    The Paddocks in 15 seconds.

    Best forBuyers who want a gated Mandarin community of larger homes on wide lots.
    Biggest advantageA settled, gated community with newer-than-average construction for the surrounding Mandarin area.
    Biggest riskUnverified HOA dues, CDD status, or home condition on any individual resale.
    Sweet spotA well-maintained home on a quiet interior lot with updated systems.
    Avoid ifYou need brand-new construction or a golf or country-club amenity package.

    HOA, CDD & Fees

    15-Second Take
    • HOA yes; get the current dues amount in writing.
    • No CDD was advertised, but confirm it on the parcel tax record.
    • Gated entry is the community's identified amenity; verify access details.
    • Confirm what HOA dues actually cover with the association.
    • Get a bindable Florida homeowners insurance quote for the specific home.

    The Paddocks has a homeowners association, consistent with its gated entry. A current dues amount is not published here; confirm the exact figure and what it covers with the association or its management company before you buy.

    Confirm in writing, but HOA dues in a gated community like this generally fund the gated entry and common-area upkeep. Verify the exact scope of what is covered with the association.

    There is no golf course or private country club identified for this community.

    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 The Paddocks, condition and view decide your number

    Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Loretto, 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 The Paddocks home worth?

    Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in The Paddocks 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 The Paddocks 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 The Paddocks 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 The Paddocks a new-construction community?
    No. It is an established, gated resale community in Mandarin, largely built out starting around 2008. Homes here are resales, not new construction.
    What kind of homes are in The Paddocks?
    Larger single-family homes on wide lots with visible separation between properties, a mix of single-story and two-story plans. Condition varies by home, so each should be judged on its own.
    Is there an HOA?
    Yes, The Paddocks has a homeowners association, consistent with its gated entry. Confirm the current dues amount and what it covers with the association or management company before you buy.
    Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?
    No Community Development District has been identified for this community, but confirm CDD status on the specific parcel's tax record with the Duval County Property Appraiser before you rely on it.
    Is the community gated?
    Yes, The Paddocks is marketed with a gated entry. Verify current access details and any gate operating hours with the homeowners association.
    What schools serve the community?
    It is in Duval County Public Schools, with Mandarin High School serving the area at the high-school level. The zoned elementary and middle schools should be verified by the specific address, since attendance zones change.
    How is the commute to downtown Jacksonville?
    Downtown Jacksonville is roughly a 25 to 30 minute drive via San Jose Boulevard or I-295, depending on the exact location and traffic. Other drive times on this page are approximate estimates.
    What is the biggest risk of buying here?
    Overpaying without confirming current HOA dues, CDD status, and the actual condition of the specific home. All three should be verified before you make an offer.
    How should I choose a lot in this community?
    Favor wide, quieter interior lots with good separation from neighboring homes, and away from the main entry road. Confirm any lot-line or pool specifics on the parcel survey.
    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 community 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 The Paddocks?
    The best agent for The Paddocks 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 The Paddocks.
    How do I find a top Jacksonville real estate agent who knows The Paddocks?
    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 The Paddocks and the wider Jacksonville area.
    Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for The Paddocks?
    Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your The Paddocks purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
    You want a gated Mandarin community of larger homes on wide lots.Excellent fit
    You prefer a resale built since 2008 over an older home or a new-construction release farther out.Excellent fit
    You value separation between homes and a settled, built-out community.Excellent fit
    You will confirm HOA dues, CDD status, and schools by address before you buy.Excellent fit
    You need brand-new construction with a builder warranty.Probably not
    You want a golf or private country-club amenity package.Probably not
    You are unwilling to verify current HOA dues and CDD status before committing.Probably not
    You need a large pool of identical new homes for easy price comparison.Probably not

    Get the inside read on The Paddocks

    Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your The Paddocks 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.

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