Homes zoned forWilliam M. Raines High School
Affordable Northwest Jacksonville with room to build equity
17
Homes for sale
$126,000
Median list price
$133
Avg price / sqft
24
Median days on market
The William M. Raines High School zone sits on Jacksonville's northwest side, a long-established part of the city where single-family streets and modest lots define the pace. It's a practical, unpretentious area that suits first-time buyers, investors, and anyone who wants a foothold in a larger metro without a coastal price tag. Nearby schools like Joseph Stilwell Middle School and the Marine Science Education Center point to the range of options families weigh here.
For a buyer today, this is one of the most accessible entry points in the Jacksonville homes for sale market. With 16 active listings and a median list price of $123,000, prices sit well below the citywide norm, and homes are moving in about 30 days. You can scan everything currently available on the live map to get a feel for the inventory before you tour.
William M. Raines High School is an attendance zone in Jacksonville, Florida.
Quick facts
$50,000 – $350K price range
970 sqft median home
$1,025/mo median rent
11 sold in 12 months
Living in the William M. Raines High School zone
The William M. Raines High School zone sits on Jacksonville's northwest side, an established residential section of a large metro where modest single-family homes set the tone. This is a practical, lived-in part of the city rather than a master-planned suburb, and it rewards buyers who want value over polish. The streets here have history, and the price points reflect an area that hasn't been swept up in coastal-adjacent premiums.
The zone tends to suit first-time buyers, investors, and anyone looking to own in Jacksonville without stretching their budget. With a median home size around 962 square feet, the housing stock skews toward smaller, manageable homes — a good match for individuals, small families, and those who prefer lower carrying costs. Nearby educational options, from the Marine Science Education Center to Grasp Academy, give families some variety to consider.
If you want to understand the area before touring, start by browsing the current inventory on the live map. With only 16 active listings, it's a pool you can get your arms around quickly, and seeing the homes alongside the neighborhood streets tells you more than any summary can.
Schools for homes in the William M. Raines High School zone
This zone is anchored by William M. Raines High School, the attendance area that gives this community its name. Families weighing a move here often look at the surrounding school options as part of the decision, since Duval County offers a mix of neighborhood and specialized programs.
Other schools in the broader area include Joseph Stilwell Middle School, Lake Shore Middle School, the Marine Science Education Center, and Grasp Academy. Nearby Jean Ribault High School is another name you'll see referenced in this part of northwest Jacksonville.
Attendance boundaries in Duval County can and do change, and specialized or magnet programs have their own admission rules. Before you buy with a specific school in mind, confirm the exact zone for that address directly with Duval County Public Schools so there are no surprises at enrollment.
Homes for sale in the William M. Raines High School zone: prices and housing
The numbers here tell a clear affordability story. The median list price is $123,000, with active listings ranging from $50,000 to $350,000, and homes average about $133 per square foot. The median home size is roughly 962 square feet, which reflects the compact, older housing stock typical of this part of Jacksonville.
Recent sales back up the pricing. Over the last 12 months, 11 homes sold at a median of $135,000, and sellers received about 94% of their asking price on average — a sign that realistic pricing and modest buyer negotiation are both part of the picture. The median days on market is around 30, a steady pace for a zone with limited inventory.
On carrying costs, the picture is friendly to owners. Median property tax runs about $1,611 per year, and there's no typical HOA fee recorded for this area, which keeps monthly obligations simple. There are currently no waterfront, pool, gated, golf, 55+, or new-construction listings active, so expect to be shopping mostly for existing single-family homes.
Getting around from the William M. Raines High School zone
This zone benefits from its northwest Jacksonville location within one of Florida's largest metros. The city's highway network makes it reasonable to reach employment centers, shopping, and the rest of Duval County from here, and major arterial roads connect the area to the wider region.
Specific drive times vary depending on exactly where you're headed, and traffic patterns differ by time of day. Jacksonville is a sprawling city, so your daily experience will depend heavily on your commute destination.
The best move is to test your own route — to work, to school, to the places you visit most — during the hours you'd actually be driving. That real-world check matters more than any general estimate when you're deciding on a specific address.
Is the William M. Raines High School zone a good fit?
This zone makes the most sense for buyers who prioritize price and ownership costs. With a median list price of $123,000, low property taxes around $1,611 a year, and no typical HOA, it's one of the more accessible ways into the Jacksonville market. First-time buyers and investors will find the entry point especially appealing.
The trade-offs are honest ones. Homes here are generally smaller and older — a median of about 962 square feet — and there's no new construction, waterfront, or gated inventory currently available. Inventory is also thin at 16 active listings, so patience and quick action both matter when the right property appears.
If you want value over newness and are comfortable in an established, lived-in part of the city, this is a zone worth watching. Browse the current homes on the live map, confirm school boundaries for any address that matters to you, and test your commute before deciding.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$160,000
1128 POWHATTAN STREET, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,125 sqft
$190,000
5628 BELAFONTE DRIVE, JACKSONVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,140 sqft
$115,000
5551 VERBENA ROAD, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 770 sqft
$350,000
1517 W 14TH STREET, JACKSONVILLE
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,864 sqft
$99,950
3505 POINSETTA STREET, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,050 sqft
$114,900
2822 N MYRTLE AVENUE, JACKSONVILLE
2 bd · 1 ba · 816 sqft
$144,950
3022 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,264 sqft
$50,000
1258 W 31ST STREET, JACKSONVILLE
2 bd · 1 ba · 686 sqft
$79,900
2117 TUSKEGEE ROAD, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,000 sqft
$126,000$127,000
4273 KATANGA DRIVE N, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 953 sqft
$134,000$135,000
1305 MELSON AVENUE, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,224 sqft
$119,000$120,000
2971 W 16TH STREET, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 970 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The William M. Raines High School market
11
Sold, last 12 months
$135,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
13 days
Median time to sell
William M. Raines High School vs Jacksonville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 41.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the William M. Raines High School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median William M. Raines High School home
≈ $1,005/mo
$126,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,025/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
59,793
Median age
38
Median income
$38,702
Median home value
$126,026
Beyond the listings
Living in William M. Raines High School
Entertainment
Top 9% 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.
Relationships
Top 10% 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.
Culture
Top 11% 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.
Beliefs
Top 12% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
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.
Culture
Top 14% 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.
Straight answers
William M. Raines High School FAQs
Is the Raines High School zone a good place to live?+
It's a long-settled northwest Jacksonville community that works well for buyers who value affordability and a straightforward, residential feel over coastal glamour. The area suits first-time buyers and investors especially. It helps to tour in person and check out the schools, including the Marine Science Education Center, to see if the fit is right for your household.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more affordable zones in the metro. The median list price is $123,000 and active listings run from $50,000 up to $350,000, so there's a wide range depending on condition and size.
What do homes cost in the Raines zone?+
The median list price is $123,000, and homes average about $133 per square foot with a median size near 962 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 11 homes sold at a median of $135,000, so recent sale prices track closely with current asking prices.
How is the market right now?+
It's a smaller, steady market with 16 active listings and a median of 30 days on market. Sellers are getting about 94% of their asking price on average, which signals realistic pricing and modest negotiating room for buyers.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no typical HOA fee recorded for this zone, which keeps monthly costs simple for most homes. Property taxes run a median of about $1,611 per year, which is low and part of what makes the area affordable to own.
What are the schools like?+
The zone is anchored by William M. Raines High School, and other nearby schools include Joseph Stilwell Middle School, Lake Shore Middle School, and Grasp Academy. Because attendance boundaries change, confirm the exact zone for any specific address directly with Duval County Public Schools.
What's the commute like?+
This is a northwest Jacksonville location with access to the city's major road network, so commuting around the metro is practical. Specific drive times vary by destination, so it's worth testing your own route during rush hour before you commit.
Is there new construction here?+
No — there are currently no new-construction listings in this zone. Inventory here is almost entirely existing homes, many of them modest and older, which is part of why prices stay accessible on the live map.
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