Homes zoned forGrasp Academy
Affordable Jacksonville living with room to grow
99
Homes for sale
$244,990
Median list price
$181
Avg price / sqft
36
Median days on market
The Grasp Academy zone sits inside Jacksonville's broad Duval County map, drawing from a mix of established neighborhoods and a handful of newer pockets. It's a practical, down-to-earth part of town where buyers can still find a 1,300-square-foot home without stretching to the breaking point, and where nearby schools like Joseph Stilwell Middle School and the Marine Science Education Center shape the day-to-day rhythm. The feel is approachable rather than polished — a good match for first-time buyers, investors, and families watching their budget.
For a buyer today, the numbers tell a reasonable story. With 96 active listings, a median list price of $244,995, and homes selling in a median of 39 days at 97% of asking, this is a market with real options and no frenzy. You can browse the full picture on the live map or compare against the wider pool of Jacksonville homes for sale before you narrow in.
Grasp Academy is an attendance zone in Jacksonville, Florida.
Quick facts
$50,000 – $895K price range
1,298 sqft median home
$109/mo median HOA
$1,315/mo median rent
241 sold in 12 months
Living in the Grasp Academy zone
The Grasp Academy zone pulls from a cross-section of Jacksonville neighborhoods in Duval County, giving it a varied, lived-in character rather than a single master-planned identity. You'll find a mix of older established streets and a few newer builds, which is exactly why price points here range so widely. It's a part of town where everyday affordability matters more than curb-appeal perfection.
The area suits a broad set of buyers: first-timers who want to stop renting, investors drawn to reasonable price-to-rent math, and families looking to stay within a sensible budget. With a median home size around 1,324 square feet, the housing leans toward practical and right-sized rather than sprawling. If you want a community that feels real and unpretentious, this zone delivers.
Because Jacksonville is geographically large, where you land within the zone affects your daily experience — proximity to the river, major arteries, and schools all shift from one pocket to the next. Spend time driving the specific streets you're considering, at different times of day, before committing.
Schools for homes in the Grasp Academy zone
Families in and around this part of Jacksonville will encounter several schools in the broader area, including Joseph Stilwell Middle School and Lake Shore Middle School at the middle-school level. The Marine Science Education Center is also part of the local educational landscape, offering a distinctive specialty focus.
At the high-school level, William M. Raines High School and Jean Ribault High School serve students in this region of Duval County. Grasp Academy itself anchors the attendance zone that gives this area its name.
One important caveat: school attendance boundaries in Duval County change from time to time, and assignments can differ block by block. Before you fall in love with a specific home, confirm the exact assigned schools for that address directly with Duval County Public Schools so there are no surprises.
Homes for sale in the Grasp Academy zone: prices and housing
The market here is defined by accessibility. The median list price sits at $244,995, with active listings ranging from $50,000 all the way to $939,000 — a spread that reflects the zone's mix of modest and more substantial homes. The average price per square foot is $181, and the typical home runs about 1,324 square feet. There are 96 active listings to work with right now, which you can explore on the live map.
Over the last 12 months, 244 homes sold at a median price of $265,457, with sellers collecting about 97% of their asking price. Homes take a median of 39 days to go under contract — a steady, workable pace that gives buyers time to think without losing good inventory to delay. Specialty options are limited: roughly five waterfront homes, four pool homes, three gated-community listings, and five new-construction homes are active, with no golf, 55+, or million-dollar-plus listings on the board.
Ongoing costs stay reasonable. The median HOA fee is $118 per month, though many homes carry no HOA at all, and the median property tax bill is $2,502 per year. For investors, a median rent of $1,315 per month rounds out the picture. Always verify fees and taxes for the specific property you're considering.
Getting around from the Grasp Academy zone
Specific drive times for this zone aren't part of the data, so the honest advice is to test your own commute from any home you're serious about. Jacksonville is spread out, and travel time varies considerably depending on which neighborhood within the zone you choose.
As a general matter of local geography, this part of Jacksonville is tied into the city's major road network, which connects neighborhoods to downtown and the broader metro. The practical takeaway is that access depends heavily on your exact location relative to the main arteries.
Before committing, drive your typical routes — to work, to school, to the grocery store — during both morning and evening rush. That real-world test tells you far more than any map estimate, especially in a city as large as Jacksonville.
Is the Grasp Academy zone a good fit?
If affordability and genuine choice are at the top of your list, this zone is worth a serious look. With a median list price of $244,995, 96 active listings, and modest carrying costs, it opens doors for first-time buyers and investors who might be priced out elsewhere in the metro. The balanced market — 39 median days on market and 97% of asking — means you can shop deliberately.
The trade-offs are real and worth naming. Specialty inventory is thin, with only a few waterfront, pool, gated, and new-construction homes active at any time, and no luxury or 55+ segment to speak of. The zone's varied character also means quality and feel shift from block to block, so due diligence on the specific street matters more here than in a uniform subdivision.
For a buyer who values substance over polish and wants to keep both purchase price and monthly costs in check, the Grasp Academy zone is a practical, honest choice. Confirm the school assignment, test your commute, and verify the fees on your target home — do that, and this corner of Jacksonville can be a smart place to land.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$255,000
644 WILLOW BRANCH AVENUE, JACKSONVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,250 sqft
$160,000
1128 POWHATTAN STREET, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,125 sqft
$674,900
533 14TH AVENUE S, JACKSONVILLE BEACH
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,980 sqft
$405,000
1712 BRISTLECONE PINE PLACE, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,454 sqft
$286,080
1574 PANTHER LAKE PARKWAY, JACKSONVILLE
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,721 sqft
$249,990
10720 WATERFIELD ROAD, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,429 sqft
$239,000
222 TROUT RIVER DRIVE UNIT 222, JACKSONVILLE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,248 sqft
$229,000
4811 DUCHENEAU DRIVE, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 912 sqft
$199,900
884 ROTARY ROAD, JACKSONVILLE
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,110 sqft
$190,000
5628 BELAFONTE DRIVE, JACKSONVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,140 sqft
$155,000
7302 BERRY AVENUE, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,133 sqft
$149,900
10423 KEUKA DRIVE, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 881 sqft
Every active listing inside the Grasp Academy attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Grasp Academy market
241
Sold, last 12 months
$265,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
26 days
Median time to sell
Grasp Academy vs Jacksonville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 18.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Grasp Academy boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Grasp Academy home
≈ $1,816/mo
$244,990 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$109/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,315/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,007,143
Median age
40
Median income
$75,989
Median home value
$284,160
Beyond the listings
Living in Grasp Academy
Food & Drink
Top 14% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 17% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Entertainment
Top 17% 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.
Beliefs
Top 18% 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.
Entertainment
Top 18% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.
Relationships
Top 21% 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.
Straight answers
Grasp Academy FAQs
Is the Grasp Academy zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who value affordability and access over polish, with a mix of established neighborhoods across this part of Jacksonville. Nearby schools and the Marine Science Education Center give the area a practical, community-anchored feel. It's especially workable for first-time buyers and investors.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more affordable corners of the Jacksonville map, with a median list price of $244,995 and an average of $181 per square foot. Prices run from $50,000 up to $939,000, so there's room across budgets. Compared to the wider pool of Jacksonville homes for sale, the entry points here are notably accessible.
What do homes cost in the Grasp Academy zone?+
The median list price is $244,995 and the median sold price over the past year was $265,457. Homes average $181 per square foot on a median size of about 1,324 square feet. With 96 active listings right now, you have genuine choice.
How is the market right now?+
Balanced and steady — 244 homes sold in the last 12 months, with a median of 39 days on market and sellers getting 97% of asking on average. That tells you homes move at a reasonable pace without the pressure of a seller's frenzy. You can track current activity on the live map.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes like?+
Carrying costs are modest here, with a median HOA of $118 per month and a median property tax bill of $2,502 per year. Many homes in the zone carry no HOA at all, so fees vary by community. Always confirm the exact figures for any specific property before you write an offer.
What schools serve the area?+
Schools in and around this part of Jacksonville include Joseph Stilwell Middle School, Lake Shore Middle School, and William M. Raines High School. Because attendance boundaries change, confirm the assigned schools for a specific address directly with Duval County Public Schools.
Is there new construction available?+
There are a handful — five new-construction listings among the current 96 active homes. That's a modest slice, so most of the inventory here is existing, established housing. If new construction is a priority, you'll want to move quickly when the right one appears.
Can I find waterfront or pool homes?+
The current inventory includes about five waterfront homes, four with pools, and three in gated communities. There are no active golf-course, 55+, or million-dollar-plus listings at the moment. These specialty options are limited, so plan to be patient and ready.
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