Homes zoned forKEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH
Lakeside living in Clay County's southwest corner
35
Homes for sale
$300,000
Median list price
$203
Avg price / sqft
73
Median days on market
The Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High zone covers a stretch of rural, lake-dotted Clay County where waterfront lots and pine-shaded acreage set the pace of daily life. This is country living within reach of Gainesville and the wider Jacksonville region — a place that suits buyers who want space, water access, and a slower rhythm than the suburbs offer. The share of Keystone Heights homes for sale that sit on water tells you what the area is really about.
Right now there are 35 active listings with a median list price of $300,000, and the spread is wide — from $105,500 up to $1,799,000 — so the zone serves both first-time buyers and lakefront dreamers. Homes are taking a median of 73 days to sell and closing around 94% of asking, which gives a prepared buyer real room to negotiate. Browse the live map to see how the waterfront inventory clusters, and note that the elementary feeders include KEYSTONE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY.
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH is an attendance zone in Keystone Heights, Florida.
Quick facts
$105,500 – $1.8M price range
1,760 sqft median home
$22/mo median HOA
$1,500/mo median rent
58 sold in 12 months
Living in the Keystone Heights zone
The Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High zone sits in the southwest corner of Clay County, a rural and lake-rich pocket that feels a world apart from the busier suburbs closer to Jacksonville. The landscape here is defined by water and open land — of the 35 active listings, 14 are waterfront, which is the clearest signal of what the area is about. Buyers drawn here tend to want room to breathe, a dock or lake view, and a quieter daily rhythm.
This is not a place for someone chasing walkable amenities or dense neighborhoods. It rewards people who value space, privacy, and proximity to the lakes over convenience. Families, retirees, and remote workers all find a fit, particularly those comfortable with a rural setting and a longer drive to big-box shopping and regional employers.
The mix of modest homes and higher-end lakefront property means the zone isn't one-dimensional. You'll find starter homes alongside properties that push toward and past the million-dollar mark — a single listing currently sits above $1M. That range keeps the community economically varied rather than uniform.
Schools for homes in the Keystone Heights zone
This attendance zone is anchored by Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High, which serves the area's older students. For younger children, the feeder elementary schools in the area include Keystone Heights Elementary, McRae Elementary School, and Orange Park Elementary School.
Because this is a rural zone with a wide geographic spread, the elementary school assigned to a given home can vary depending on exactly where the property sits. Boundaries are also adjusted from time to time as enrollment shifts.
Before you make an offer based on a particular school, confirm the current assignment for that specific address directly with the Clay County school district. It's the only way to be certain, and it protects you from relying on an outdated boundary map.
Homes for sale in the Keystone Heights zone: prices and housing
The current market shows 35 active listings with a median list price of $300,000, spanning a wide range from $105,500 to $1,799,000. The average price works out to about $203 per square foot on a median home size near 1,760 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 58 homes sold at a median price of $262,500, with sellers collecting about 94% of their asking price on average.
Waterfront is the defining segment, with 14 of the active listings on the water, and 5 listings include a private pool. There are currently no gated communities, golf-course homes, or 55+ listings active in the zone, and no new construction — this is an existing-home market built around lakes and acreage. A single listing sits above the $1M mark, so true high-end inventory is thin but present.
Ongoing costs are a genuine advantage here. The median HOA is just $22 per month and the median property tax is about $2,205 per year, reflecting the rural character and the absence of amenity-heavy planned communities. Median rent is around $1,500 per month for buyers weighing a trial period before purchasing.
Getting around from the Keystone Heights zone
This is a drive-everywhere area, which comes with the territory of rural lakeside living. Specific drive-time data isn't available here, but the zone's position in southwest Clay County places it within reach of Gainesville to the southwest and the broader Jacksonville metro to the northeast via regional state roads.
Day-to-day errands and commuting require a car, and distances to major shopping and employment centers are longer than in the suburbs. Buyers used to quick access to services should plan around that trade-off.
If a short commute is a priority, confirm actual travel times from a specific address to your workplace before committing. The rural setting is the draw, but it's worth driving the route yourself at the time of day you'd normally travel.
Is the Keystone Heights zone a good fit?
This zone fits buyers who want water, land, and quiet over convenience and amenities. With 14 of 35 listings on the water and low carrying costs — a $22 median HOA and roughly $2,205 in annual property tax — it's an appealing choice for anyone prioritizing lake living without steep ongoing fees. The wide price range, from $105,500 to nearly $1.8 million, means both first-time buyers and lakefront buyers have a place here.
The trade-offs are real. There's no new construction, no gated or golf or 55+ inventory, and getting to major shopping or employment means a drive. Homes also take a median of 73 days to sell, so the pace is measured — good for buyers who want time to evaluate and negotiate, less ideal for anyone needing to move fast.
If the lifestyle matches what you're after, the numbers support a patient, well-prepared buyer. Sellers are averaging 94% of asking, which leaves negotiating room, and the modest median sold price of $262,500 keeps the area accessible. Confirm school assignments and commute times for your specific address, and you'll have a clear-eyed read on whether this corner of Clay County is your place.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$250,000
6408 SWARTHMORE DRIVE, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,344 sqft
$300,000
7492 MONONGAHELA AVENUE, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,581 sqft
$220,000
7990 FLORAL RIDGE CIRCLE, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,799 sqft
$132,500
7209 PIEDMONT, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,152 sqft
$239,900
4700 BERRY COURT, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,813 sqft
$263,500$265,000
6898 CR 214, MELROSE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,829 sqft
$275,000
7156 PARK STREET, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,134 sqft
$385,000$399,900
560 LIVE OAK AVENUE, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,058 sqft
$269,900
6863 DEER SPRINGS ROAD, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,713 sqft
$495,000
6323 PAYNE ROAD, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,596 sqft
$399,000
5919 WHITE SANDS ROAD, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,666 sqft
$350,000
5927 WHITE SANDS ROAD, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,536 sqft
Every active listing inside the KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH market
58
Sold, last 12 months
$262,500
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
43 days
Median time to sell
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH vs Keystone Heights
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 16.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH home
≈ $1,997/mo
$300,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$22/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
16,077
Median age
42
Median income
$74,431
Median home value
$199,531
Beyond the listings
Living in KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH
Culture
Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Hobbies & Interests
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.
Beliefs
Politically Engaged
Politically aware, this population is interested in civic issues on both the local and national level. They often discuss candidates for office, taxes, and political ideologies.
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.
Active
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.
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Straight answers
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH FAQs
Is the Keystone Heights zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want lake access, acreage, and a rural pace rather than suburban density. With 14 of 35 active listings on the water, the area's identity is built around its lakes, and low median costs make settling in easier. You can see how the inventory lays out on the live map.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
The median list price is $300,000 and the median sold price over the past year was $262,500, which keeps the zone accessible compared to much of Florida. Prices stretch from $105,500 to $1,799,000, so your budget sets which part of the market you shop.
What do homes cost in the Keystone Heights zone?+
Expect around $203 per square foot on a median home size of about 1,760 square feet. First-time buyers can find homes near the bottom of the $105,500 range, while lakefront and larger properties climb well into the mid-six figures and beyond.
How is the market right now?+
It favors prepared buyers. Homes take a median of 73 days to sell and close at about 94% of asking, and 58 homes sold over the past 12 months — steady, not frantic, with room to negotiate.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Carrying costs are low: the median HOA runs about $22 per month and median property tax is around $2,205 per year. Many rural and lakefront parcels here carry little or no HOA, so confirm the specifics for any individual property.
What schools serve this zone?+
The zone feeds Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High, with elementary options including KEYSTONE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY, MCRAE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, and ORANGE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. Boundaries change, so confirm the assigned school for a specific address with the Clay County school district.
Is there new construction available?+
Not currently — there are zero new-construction listings active in the zone right now. Buyers here are shopping existing homes, including 14 waterfront properties and 5 with pools, so expect established homes rather than new builds.
What is renting like in the area?+
The median rent sits at about $1,500 per month, which gives an alternative for buyers who want to spend time in the area before committing. Rental supply in a rural zone like this is limited, so flexibility helps.
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Other Keystone Heights school zones
Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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