Water Crest in Fleming Island

Water Crest
Homes for Sale in Fleming Island, FL

All 127 homes for sale in Fleming Island, FL · median $494,000 · 110 homes for sale in 32003 · Clay County homes for sale

Community in Fleming Island · Clay County · ZIP 32003
52 homesBuilt 1993–1995
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 26 closed sales in Water Crest in Fleming Island, FL since 2002, the most recent in May 2026. Across Fleming Island as a whole, 273 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $460,000, 29 median days on market, with 57 homes for sale today. At that median and Clay County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.05 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,920 ($6,330 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Water Crest Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
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For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
71%
Owner-occupied · Water Crest
37 of 52 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
29%
Non-owner-occupied · Water Crest
incl. 10% trust or LLC-held · 15% out-of-state
52
Homes in the community
52 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 24 years of records
Est. 1993
Community established
homes built 1993-1995, median 1994 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Water Crest is a compact, established pocket of Fleming Island: 74 homes built in a tight window between 1993 and 1995, with a median just under 1,926 square feet. When a community is this uniform in age and size, price is driven less by floor plan and more by condition and updates. A kitchen and systems that have been refreshed will separate itself from one still carrying its original finishes, and buyers should underwrite accordingly.

The homestead share sits at about 72%, which points to a community held largely by long-term owners rather than churned by investors. For sellers, that scarcity of turnover can work in your favor when inventory is thin. For buyers, it means patience — the right home here comes up when it comes up, and being ready to move on a well-kept listing matters more than waiting for a wave of options.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Water Crest right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

1745 FIDDLERS RIDGE Drive
$575K · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,310 sqft
1745 FIDDLERS RIDGE Drive
Listed by HAMILTON HOUSE REAL ESTATE GROUP, LLC
1904 BLUEBONNET Way
$510K · 0.2 mi away
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,301 sqft
1904 BLUEBONNET Way
Listed by BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY
1924 FOX GLOVE Lane
$650K · 0.2 mi away
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,737 sqft
1924 FOX GLOVE Lane
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY
1908 FOX GLOVE Lane
$635K · 0.3 mi away
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,489 sqft
1908 FOX GLOVE Lane
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY
1748 ROYAL FERN Lane
$540K · 0.3 mi away
5 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,881 sqft
1748 ROYAL FERN Lane
Listed by COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
1460 CREEKS EDGE Court
$489K · 0.4 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,275 sqft
1460 CREEKS EDGE Court
Listed by FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Water Crest is a small, mature Fleming Island community in Clay County where nearly every home dates to the mid-1990s, so the buying decision here is about how well a given house has been maintained and updated over three decades.

realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 8 homes in Water Crest that have changed hands since 2002, built between 1994 and 1994 (median 1994), with a median living area of about 1,920 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% 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.

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 seeking a mid-1990s home near 1,900+ square feet and willing to wait for the right listing
  • Owner-occupants planning to hold long-term in an established Fleming Island setting
  • Buyers comfortable budgeting for updates or reading condition-based price differences carefully

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want newer construction or modern floor plans
  • Shoppers needing a large, constantly refreshed pool of inventory
  • Investors chasing quick turnover in a high-owner-occupancy, low-churn community

The market around Water Crest

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

In ZIP 32003, 163 homes are on the market and 32% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of Fleming Island.

Across Clay County, 1,285 homes are active and 448 pending (26% under contract).

In ZIP 32003 (Fleming Island), 507 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $425K ($212/sq ft), down 1.9% year over year, with a median 34 days on market. Right now 84 active and 38 pending listings put supply at about 3.0 months — a healthy market. See the live ZIP 32003 housing market and the Clay County market.

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

Housing distress & ownership in Water Crest, Fleming Island

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 3 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-04 → 2026-09-30)

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.

Community amenities as reported across realMLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.

If we were buying in Water Crest 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 Water Crest.

Best Buy
Buyers who want an established Fleming Island address in a small, low-turnover community.
Biggest Risk
1990s construction means system and roof age vary widely and drive the price gap.
Sweet Spot
A well-updated home around the community's median size that has kept up with maintenance.
Avoid If
You need new construction or a broad menu of listings to choose from.

A condition-driven market in a fixed-supply pocket

With homes clustered around a 1994 build year and a median living area near 1,926 square feet, Water Crest doesn't offer much variety in bones — the differences that move value are updates, roof and system age, and overall upkeep. Expect a wide spread in asking prices that reflects renovation, not square footage. Read every listing through that lens and get a clear inspection picture before committing.

The high owner-occupancy rate reinforces the character of the place: this is a hold-and-maintain community more than a trading floor. That tends to keep the housing stock reasonably cared for, but it also caps how many homes are available at any moment. Timing and preparation carry more weight here than in newer subdivisions with steady resale flow.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Water Crest. 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 small, condition-driven community like Water Crest, the value of local read is knowing which updates the market actually pays for and which it doesn't. We help buyers price the gap between a refreshed home and one that needs work, and we help sellers position a well-maintained property so its condition premium is obvious rather than assumed.

Water Crest in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established Fleming Island address in a small, low-turnover community.
Biggest advantageHigh owner-occupancy and a fixed supply of similar-vintage homes.
Biggest risk1990s construction means system and roof age vary widely and drive the price gap.
Sweet spotA well-updated home around the community's median size that has kept up with maintenance.
Avoid ifYou need new construction or a broad menu of listings to choose from.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Water Crest 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 Water Crest.
In short
  • HOA dues reported around $5/month · median of 19 MLS listings, most billed annually
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Listings in this community report association dues of about $5 per month — the median AssociationFee across 19 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed annually. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-10.

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 Water Crest sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Water Crest

Homes in Water Crest 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. 1 on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Water Crest?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 52 homes in Water Crest (public records).
What share of Water Crest is owner-occupied?
71% of Water Crest parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Water Crest built?
Homes in Water Crest were built between 1993 and 1995, with a median year built of 1994.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Water Crest?
The best agent for Water Crest is one who actively works Fleming Island 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 Water Crest.
How do I find a top Fleming Island real estate agent who knows Water Crest?
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 Water Crest and the wider Fleming Island area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Water Crest?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Water Crest purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Water Crest, and what county is it in?
Water Crest is in Fleming Island, Clay County, FL, ZIP 32003.
How far is Water Crest from downtown Jacksonville and the beach?
About 15 miles from downtown Jacksonville and about 21 miles from the Atlantic beach at Ponte Vedra Beach, both straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Buyers seeking a mid-1990s home near 1,900+ square feet and willing to wait for the right listingExcellent fit
Owner-occupants planning to hold long-term in an established Fleming Island settingExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable budgeting for updates or reading condition-based price differences carefullyExcellent fit
Buyers who want newer construction or modern floor plansProbably not
Shoppers needing a large, constantly refreshed pool of inventoryProbably not
Investors chasing quick turnover in a high-owner-occupancy, low-churn communityProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsrealMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 30, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32003/32065))
Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-09-30
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2002 (26 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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Schools serving nearby communities

We do not have a confirmed school assignment for Water Crest. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 32003; 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).

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