Neighborhood · Jacksonville, Florida
Lakewood
Southbank living with room to grow
1
Homes for sale
$280,000
Median list price
$244
Avg price / sqft
1
Median days on market
Lakewood sits on Jacksonville's Southbank, a settled residential pocket close to the St. Johns River and the neighborhoods that ring downtown. It's the kind of place where modestly sized homes, mature trees, and easy access to the wider city do the heavy lifting — and where families weigh assigned schools like Joseph Stilwell Middle School and the specialized Marine Science Education Center alongside the commute. Nearby communities like Baymeadows and Bartram Park round out the south-side options.
For buyers, the reality here is a thin market: there's currently just one active listing at $280,000, and homes that do hit the market move fast. Over the past year only two homes sold in Lakewood, so if you're serious you'll want to watch the live map closely and be ready to act. Widen the net to Jacksonville homes for sale if inventory stays tight.
Lakewood is a community in Jacksonville, Florida.
Quick facts
$280,000 – $280K price range
1,149 sqft median home
2 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Lakewood
Every active listing inside the Lakewood boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The Lakewood market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$1,144,500
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
38 days
Median time to sell
Lakewood vs Jacksonville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lakewood boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Lakewood is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lakewood home
≈ $2,008/mo
$280,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
5,009
Median age
41
Median income
$78,812
Median home value
$257,479
Beyond the listings
Living in Lakewood
Lifestyles
Top 13% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 14% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 15% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Relationships
Top 16% in the U.S.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.
Food & Drink
Top 17% 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 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.
Straight answers
Lakewood FAQs
Is Lakewood a good place to live?+
Lakewood works well if you want an established Southbank neighborhood close to downtown Jacksonville and the river. Assigned schools include Joseph Stilwell Middle School and the specialized Marine Science Education Center, and you're within reach of south-side hubs like Baymeadows and Bartram Park.
Is Lakewood expensive?+
It's on the attainable side of Jacksonville. The one active listing is priced at $280,000, and homes trade at roughly $244 per square foot on a median size around 1,149 square feet.
What do homes cost in Lakewood?+
Right now the single active listing sits at $280,000. Sale prices can swing widely in such a small market — the two homes sold over the past year had a median sold price of $1,144,500, which reflects a couple of larger properties rather than a typical Lakewood home.
How is the Lakewood market?+
It's a very thin, fast market: only one home is active, just two sold in the last 12 months, and the median days on market is one. Sellers averaged about 95% of asking, so serious buyers should stay ready and keep an eye on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes in Lakewood?+
There's no meaningful HOA data for Lakewood, which is common for this kind of established neighborhood without mandatory dues. The median property tax runs about $3,875 per year — factor that into your monthly budget alongside your mortgage.
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Neighborhood boundary by edgeAI; listings matched to the polygon. 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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