Homes zoned for
Highlands Estates Academy
Affordable Jacksonville living inside a compact school zone
2
Homes for sale
$242,500
Median list price
$126
Avg price / sqft
154
Median days on market
The Highlands Estates Academy zone sits within Jacksonville, a pocket of established, modestly priced homes where the daily rhythm is shaped by nearby campuses like Joseph Stilwell Middle School and specialty programs such as the Marine Science Education Center. Families here have access to a mix of neighborhood and magnet options, including Grasp Academy and Lake Shore Middle School, which gives the area a distinctly education-anchored character. It's an unpretentious, value-first corner of the city where the price of entry stays reasonable.
For a buyer today, this is a thin, slow-moving market: just two active listings and a median list price of $242,500, ranging from $165,000 to $320,000. Homes sit an average of 154 days before selling, and sellers are landing about 94% of asking, so there's room to negotiate if you find the right fit. With average pricing around $126 per square foot, this remains one of the more attainable ways into a Jacksonville home.
Highlands Estates Academy is an attendance zone in Jacksonville, Florida.
Quick facts
$165,000 – $320K price range
1,310 sqft median home
2 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
$165,000
10538 DOVE LANE, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,310 sqft
$320,000
2514 GAYLAND RD, Jacksonville FL 32218, JACKSONVILLE
4 bd · 3 ba
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Highlands Estates Academy market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$150,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
16 days
Median time to sell
Highlands Estates Academy vs Jacksonville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Highlands Estates Academy boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Highlands Estates Academy home
≈ $1,701/mo
$242,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
10,450
Median age
38
Median income
$59,760
Median home value
$191,891
Beyond the listings
Living in Highlands Estates Academy
Food & Drink
Top 9% 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.
Entertainment
Top 11% 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.
Culture
Top 14% in the U.S.Hip Hop Culture
Dropping the beat and raising the roof, this population enjoys everything hip hop culture has to offer, including music, dance moves, and fashion.
Relationships
Top 16% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Active
Top 20% in the U.S.Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
Beliefs
Top 21% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Straight answers
Highlands Estates Academy FAQs
Is Highlands Estates Academy a good place to live?+
It's a practical, education-focused pocket of Jacksonville where families benefit from nearby campuses like Lake Shore Middle School and specialty programs. The appeal is affordability and school access rather than resort-style amenities, making it a solid fit for buyers prioritizing value.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more attainable corners of Jacksonville, with a median list price of $242,500 and homes ranging from $165,000 to $320,000. At roughly $126 per square foot, it costs meaningfully less than many other parts of the metro.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
Active listings run from $165,000 to $320,000 with a median around $242,500, while the median home is about 1,310 square feet. Over the past year, homes actually sold at a median of $150,000, so the closing numbers can land well below list.
How is the market right now?+
It's quiet and slow-moving, with only two active listings and just two sales in the past twelve months. Homes average 154 days on market and sellers get about 94% of asking, which means patient buyers have negotiating room. You can track new listings on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA data isn't reported for this zone, which is typical of its established, non-planned neighborhoods. Property taxes are modest, with a median of $2,553 per year in line with the area's affordable home values.
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