Homes zoned for
Fort Caroline Middle School
Riverside living on Jacksonville's east side
2
Homes for sale
$237,450
Median list price
$185
Avg price / sqft
39
Median days on market
The Fort Caroline Middle School zone sits in the wooded, river-adjacent stretch of Jacksonville's east side, where the St. Johns and its tributaries shape the neighborhoods. It's a practical, established part of town — families here are drawn to nearby schools like Grasp Academy, Joseph Stilwell Middle School, and the Marine Science Education Center, which leans into the area's connection to the water.
For a buyer today, this is a small, tight-inventory market. There are just 2 active listings with a median list price of $237,450, and over the last year only 4 homes sold at a median of $265,000. That's an accessible price point for Jacksonville, but you'll need to move decisively when the right home comes up — browse Jacksonville homes for sale or watch the live map to stay ahead of new listings.
Fort Caroline Middle School is an attendance zone in Jacksonville, Florida.
Quick facts
$225,000 – $250K price range
1,288 sqft median home
$13/mo median HOA
$1,325/mo median rent
4 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
$225,000
3551 RAIN FOREST DRIVE W, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,312 sqft
$249,900$249,999
5405 WINDERMERE DRIVE, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,263 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Fort Caroline Middle School market
4
Sold, last 12 months
$265,000
Median sold price
99%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
11 days
Median time to sell
Fort Caroline Middle School vs Jacksonville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 43.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Fort Caroline Middle School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Fort Caroline Middle School home
≈ $1,771/mo
$237,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$13/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,325/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
40,693
Median age
37
Median income
$64,032
Median home value
$248,689
Beyond the listings
Living in Fort Caroline Middle School
Lifestyles
Top 14% in the U.S.Student Life
There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.
Food & Drink
Top 16% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Active
Top 20% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Entertainment
Top 23% in the U.S.Competitive Nature
These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.
Culture
Top 25% in the U.S.Dance Devotion
Some dance for fitness, others for fun, and a few turn it into a profession. No matter how these people groove to the music, their love for dance is what bonds them.
Hobbies & Interests
Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Straight answers
Fort Caroline Middle School FAQs
Is the Fort Caroline Middle School zone a good place to live?+
It's a solid choice for buyers who want an established, river-adjacent Jacksonville neighborhood at an accessible price. Families benefit from proximity to schools including Joseph Stilwell Middle School and the water-focused Marine Science Education Center. The small market means it stays quieter and more residential than the busier parts of the city.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more affordable pockets of Jacksonville. The median list price is $237,450, and active listings run from $225,000 to $249,900, well below many coastal Duval County zones.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
Expect to pay around $185 per square foot, with a median home size of about 1,288 square feet. Over the last 12 months, sold homes had a median price of $265,000, slightly above current list prices as inventory has tightened.
How is the market right now?+
It's a small, competitive market with just 2 active listings and 4 sales in the past year. Homes take a median of about 38.5 days to sell and fetch 99% of asking on average, so well-priced listings don't sit long. Keep an eye on the live map since new inventory is limited.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Carrying costs here are modest. The median HOA is just $13 per month, and median property taxes run about $3,564 per year — reasonable for the price point. If you're weighing renting first, the median rent in the area is around $1,325 per month.
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