Homes for sale · Jacksonville, FloridaOrtega Forest
Established living on Jacksonville's historic west side
1
Homes for sale
$389,500
Median list price
$274
Avg price / sqft
34
Median days on market
Ortega Forest sits on Jacksonville's west side, a settled residential pocket in the orbit of the city's historic Ortega area and close to neighboring communities like Royal Lakes and Chimney Lakes. It's the kind of place where tree-lined streets and mid-century homes do the talking, with assigned schools including Joseph Stilwell Middle School and the Marine Science Education Center serving families nearby.
For buyers, this is a tight, low-turnover market — there's just one active listing right now at $399,999, and only two homes sold here in the past 12 months. Those sales closed at a median of $578,750, with sellers collecting about 99% of asking, so when something does list it moves fast. Watch the live map and browse wider Jacksonville homes for sale if you want more inventory to compare.
Ortega Forest is a community in Jacksonville, Florida.
Quick facts
$389,500 – $390K price range
1,424 sqft median home
2 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Ortega Forest
Every active listing inside the Ortega Forest boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The Ortega Forest market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$578,750
Median sold price
99%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
8 days
Median time to sell
Ortega Forest vs Jacksonville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Ortega Forest boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Ortega Forest is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Ortega Forest home
≈ $2,627/mo
$389,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
2,426
Median age
39
Median income
$135,899
Median home value
$556,641
Beyond the listings
Living in Ortega Forest
Hobbies & Interests
Top 24% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Beliefs
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.
Beliefs
Activism
This population seeks to advocate for a more just world. Common activities include protests, rallies, and spreading awareness to the public about social justice issues.
Hobbies & Interests
Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Relationships
Connected Motherhood
Motherhood is a unique journey for every woman. There are highs, lows,and lots to celebrate. These moms seek to share their experiences and engage with a community of moms.
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
Ortega Forest FAQs
Is Ortega Forest a good place to live?+
It's an established west-side Jacksonville neighborhood with a quiet, settled feel and easy access to nearby communities like Marietta. Families are served by assigned schools including Joseph Stilwell Middle School and Riverside High School. The low turnover — just two sales in the past year — reflects owners who tend to stay put.
Is Ortega Forest expensive?+
It's mid-range for Jacksonville, with the single active listing priced at $399,999 and recent sales closing at a median of $578,750. Average price per square foot sits around $281. Prices vary widely by home, so the handful of transactions can swing the median.
What do homes cost in Ortega Forest?+
Right now there's one home on the market at $399,999, while the two homes sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $578,750. The median home size is about 1,424 square feet at roughly $281 per square foot. With so few listings, it's worth tracking the live map for new inventory.
How is the market in Ortega Forest?+
This is a low-inventory, fast-moving market — the current listing shows a median of zero days on market, and sellers are averaging about 99% of their asking price. Only two homes changed hands in the last year, so buyers should be ready to act when something lists. Comparing against broader Jacksonville homes for sale can help you gauge value.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no HOA fee on record for the neighborhood, which keeps monthly carrying costs simpler. Property taxes run a median of about $4,380 per year. Always confirm the current tax and any community-specific fees for the exact home you're considering.
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