Waterview
Homes for Sale in Orange Park, FL
All 272 homes for sale in Orange Park, FL · median $350,000 · 116 homes for sale in 32065 · Clay County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of October 2026, the MLS records 12 closed sales in Waterview in Orange Park, FL since 2002, the most recent in November 2019. Across Orange Park as a whole, 637 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $325,000, 40 median days on market, with 161 homes for sale today. At that median and Clay County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.05 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,890 ($4,300 with the full homestead exemption).
Waterview is a compact, built-out community in Orange Park — 139 homes, all delivered between 1989 and 2000, with a median build year of 1991. At a median of roughly 1,219 living square feet, this is a smaller-footprint neighborhood, and that matters for how price behaves. With homes this close in age and size, the number that moves a sale here is condition, not square footage. A renovated interior versus a dated original one is the real spread, so treat the median price as a starting reference point and price the actual house in front of you.
About 63% of homes here are homesteaded, which tells you this is largely owner-occupied rather than a turnover-heavy rental block. For a seller, that means comparable inventory tends to trickle rather than flood the market, and a well-prepped home stands out. For a buyer, expect to compete on condition and be ready to act when a genuinely updated home lists, because those are the ones that clear.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Waterview 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.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Waterview is a small, fully established Orange Park community in Clay County where homes were built across a single decade, so the housing stock is consistent in age and modest in size. The story here is maintenance and updates, not new construction.
realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 5 homes in Waterview that have changed hands since 2001, built between 1990 and 1996 (median 1992), with a median living area of about 1,150 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.
County records show 8 qualified sales in Waterview across 2024–2025 (7 in 2024, 1 in 2025), median $245,000 — 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.
Who Waterview is best for.
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing an established, mostly owner-occupied community over size
- Buyers comfortable budgeting for updates in exchange for a lower-maintenance footprint
- Buyers who want a straightforward, easy-to-comp market in Clay County
Probably not for
- Buyers needing significantly more than roughly 1,200 square feet of living space
- Buyers set on new construction or contemporary open-concept layouts
- Buyers unwilling to evaluate and potentially replace aging systems in a 1990s-era home
The market around Waterview
Waterview is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32065, 167 homes are on the market and 26% are under contract — a steady corner of Orange Park.
Across Clay County, 1,290 homes are active and 439 pending (25% under contract).
In ZIP 32065 (Orange Park), 754 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $365K ($184/sq ft), down 1.9% year over year, with a median 44 days on market. Right now 159 active and 53 pending listings put supply at about 4.6 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32065 housing market and the Clay County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Waterview specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Waterview by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the Waterview subdivision: 5 homes on record; built 1990–1996; typical size about 1,150 heated sq ft; 3 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: single-family 100%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 1 | $82,500 |
| 2002 | 2 | $87,950 |
| 2018 | 1 | $102,000 |
| 2019 | 1 | $160,000 |
Newest recorded sale: $160,000 on 2019-11-12.
Recorded data as of 2026-09-12; counts cover addresses tagged to this subdivision in the public record, not every parcel. Not an appraisal.
Housing distress & ownership in Waterview, Orange Park
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
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.
Recent Developments in Waterview
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Waterview, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.
- June 2026Builder Activity
Hyland Trail to bring over 3,000 homes to Lake Asbury in Clay County
News4Jax reported that Hyland Trail, along with the related Edenbrooke and The Glens communities, will bring more than 3,000 new homes to the Lake Asbury area of Clay County. Homes are being built by Dream Finders, Pulte and Lennar, with a Lodge amenity center featuring a beach-entry pool, splash zone, exercise facility and pickleball courts. Edenbrooke includes an age-restricted, low-maintenance home section.
What it may mean for the marketAdds a large volume of new single-family housing supply and a private amenity center to the Lake Asbury area, expanding for-sale inventory across a range of home sizes and price points. The project is about 22 miles southwest of Waterview, elsewhere in Clay County.
Source: News4Jax - June 2026Infrastructure
First Coast Expressway advances as an economic-development corridor across Clay and St. Johns
The First Coast Expressway (State Road 23), a tolled beltway looping around the west and south of the Jacksonville metro, continued to open land for development along its corridor, with the final St. Johns County phase from Interstate 95 to east of County Road 2209 in progress. FDOT held a St. Johns County open house on the final phase in January 2026.
What it may mean for the marketNew limited-access highway capacity shortens commutes and opens adjacent land, changes that have historically shaped where new communities and demand concentrate. The site is about 19 miles southwest of Waterview.
Source: Jax Daily Record - February 2026Infrastructure
JAXPORT details $250M Blount Island modernization and record cargo in 2026 State of the Ports
At its February 2026 State of the Ports address, JAXPORT outlined a $250 million modernization of Blount Island's container and vehicle-handling capabilities and reported record fiscal-2025 cargo volumes. The port also said an air-draft expansion to accommodate larger ships is on track to finish by the end of 2026.
What it may mean for the marketContinued heavy investment in the Blount Island port complex anchors long-term industrial employment on the northeast side, a structural demand driver for the surrounding area. The site is about 10 miles north of Waterview.
Source: News4Jax
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.
The Waterview buying strategy.
If we were buying in Waterview today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
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.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
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 Waterview.
A uniform vintage, priced by condition
The tight construction window — 1989 to 2000, median 1991 — means these homes share a generation of systems, layouts, and finishes. That works in a buyer's favor: it is easy to understand what you are walking into, and easy to spot the homes that have been kept current versus those still running original components. Roofs, HVAC, water heaters, and kitchens are the line items worth scrutinizing at this age.
Because living space clusters near 1,219 square feet, this is not the community for buyers chasing volume. It is efficient, single-decade housing where value is created through updates and upkeep. That also makes it a straightforward market to read — the pricing questions are almost always about what has been renovated and what still needs doing, not about square footage or lot premiums.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Waterview. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a condition-driven, small community like Waterview, the pricing work is granular — you cannot lean on a neighborhood average when every sale turns on updates and system age. We inspect the details that actually move a number here, help sellers prioritize the improvements buyers reward, and help buyers separate a genuinely updated home from a cosmetic refresh before they write an offer.
Waterview in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- 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.
Tools for a Waterview buy.
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The real cost & risk here
Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Clay County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.
Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Clay County scorecard.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data sources & freshness
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (1 streets, ZIP 32065)) |
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-10-01 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2002 (12 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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Streets in this community
Street-level pages: every home on record, what sold and what is for sale on each street.
- Ibis Drive (3 homes on record)
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Schools serving nearby communities
We do not have a confirmed school assignment for Waterview. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 32065; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.
- Ridgeview High School · 9-12, zoned · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 12 nearby communities)
- Oakleaf High School · 9-12 (verify zoning) · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 12 nearby communities)
- Lakeside Junior High School · 7-8, zoned (confirm by address at oneclay.net) · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 8 nearby communities)
- Orange Park High School · high (verify zoning) · FLDOE grade B (assigned to 7 nearby communities)
- Ridgeview Elementary School · PK-6, zoned (confirm by address at oneclay.net) · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 6 nearby communities)
Assignments from district data for neighboring communities; grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades (2025-26).