Neighborhood · Jacksonville, Florida
Sandalwood
Established Southside living with room to breathe
2
Homes for sale
$364,250
Median list price
$215
Avg price / sqft
18
Median days on market
Sandalwood sits on Jacksonville's Southside, an established residential pocket built around practical, mid-sized single-family homes and easy access to the rest of the city. It's the kind of settled neighborhood where you'll find families zoned to schools like Joseph Stilwell Middle School and the specialty Marine Science Education Center, with nearby communities like Chimney Lakes and Hillcrest rounding out the wider Southside footprint.
For buyers, this is a tight, fast-moving corner of the Jacksonville market. Only two homes are active right now at a median list price of $364,250, and the six sales over the past year closed at a median of $243,750 in a median of 18 days. When something does list here it doesn't sit long, so being ready to move matters more than waiting for selection.
Sandalwood is a community in Jacksonville, Florida.
Quick facts
$229,500 – $499K price range
1,650 sqft median home
$35/mo median HOA
6 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Sandalwood
$499,000$519,000
2429 W CEDAR TRACE DRIVE, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,100 sqft
$229,500
2288 IRONSTONE DRIVE E, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,199 sqft
Every active listing inside the Sandalwood boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Sandalwood market
6
Sold, last 12 months
$243,750
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
5 days
Median time to sell
Sandalwood vs Jacksonville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 46.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Sandalwood boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Sandalwood is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Sandalwood home
≈ $2,620/mo
$364,250 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$35/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
21,503
Median age
34
Median income
$83,694
Median home value
$285,262
Beyond the listings
Living in Sandalwood
Food & Drink
Top 15% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 21% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Entertainment
Top 21% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Appearance oriented
Top 24% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Attitudes
Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Active
Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Straight answers
Sandalwood FAQs
Is Sandalwood a good place to live?+
It's a practical, established Southside neighborhood with easy access across Jacksonville and a mix of assigned schools including Sandalwood High School and the Marine Science Education Center. The steady resale demand — sellers averaging 98% of asking — points to a community people want to stay in.
Is Sandalwood expensive?+
It's mid-range for Jacksonville. Active listings currently run a median of $364,250, but the six homes that actually sold over the last year closed at a median of $243,750, so real transaction prices sit well below today's asking prices.
What do homes cost in Sandalwood?+
Current active listings range from $229,500 to $499,000 with a median list price of $364,250, working out to about $215 per square foot on a median home size of 1,650 square feet. You can watch what's available on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
It's tight and quick. Only two homes are active, sales close in a median of 18 days, and sellers are averaging 98% of their asking price — so serious buyers should be prepared to act when a home fits.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA costs are modest here, with a median of $35 per month. The median annual property tax comes in around $5,475, which is worth factoring into your monthly budget alongside the mortgage.
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