Homes zoned for
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School
An affordable urban-core foothold in Jacksonville
8
Homes for sale
$130,000
Median list price
$130
Avg price / sqft
51
Median days on market
The Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School zone sits in Jacksonville's historic urban core, a walkable pocket of older homes on compact lots where budgets go further than almost anywhere else in the county. Families here can look to nearby options like Joseph Stilwell Middle School and specialized programs such as Grasp Academy or the Marine Science Education Center when weighing schools across the area.
For buyers, this is one of the most accessible entry points into Jacksonville homes for sale. With just 9 active listings and a median list price of $135,000, inventory is thin but priced to move, and homes here average $131 per square foot. If you want to see what's currently on offer, start with the live map and be ready to act when the right one lands.
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School is an attendance zone in Jacksonville, Florida.
Quick facts
$102,500 – $235K price range
1,048 sqft median home
$1,214/mo median rent
13 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
$117,000
804 W 29TH STREET, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 990 sqft
$102,500
3639 CHARLES STREET, JACKSONVILLE
2 bd · 1 ba · 762 sqft
$210,000
5557 CLEVELAND ROAD, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,200 sqft
$120,000
2513 Spirea Street, Jacksonville FL 32209, JACKSONVILLE
2 bd · 1 ba · 824 sqft
$150,000
1968 W 23rd Street, Jacksonville FL 32209, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,106 sqft
$235,000$239,900
219 W 67TH STREET W, JACKSONVILLE
4 bd · 1.5 ba · 2,000 sqft
$125,000$129,000
5551 VERBENA ROAD, JACKSONVILLE
3 bd · 1 ba · 770 sqft
$135,000
1456 W 20TH ST, JACKSONVILLE
4 bd · 1.5 ba · 2,457 sqft
Every active listing inside the Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School attendance boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School market
13
Sold, last 12 months
$114,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
21 days
Median time to sell
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School vs Jacksonville
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 2.7% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School home
≈ $1,068/mo
$130,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,214/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
56,480
Median age
41
Median income
$37,785
Median home value
$137,985
Beyond the listings
Living in Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School
Entertainment
Top 10% 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.
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.
Relationships
Top 12% 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.
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.
Beliefs
Top 14% 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.
Culture
Top 17% 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
Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School FAQs
Is the Matthew W. Gilbert Middle School zone a good place to live?+
It's an urban-core Jacksonville neighborhood with compact, affordable homes and easy access to the rest of the city. Families often compare it against nearby schools like Lake Shore Middle School and specialized programs. It suits buyers who value affordability and location over new construction and amenities.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — this is one of the more affordable pockets in Jacksonville, with a median list price of $135,000 and active listings ranging from $102,500 to $235,000. At an average of $131 per square foot, your dollar stretches noticeably further than in most of the county.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
The median list price is $135,000 and the median home size is about 1,106 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 13 homes sold at a median price of $114,000, so there's often room between list and sale price.
How is the market right now?+
It's a lean, quick-turning market with just 9 active listings and a median of 36 days on market. Sellers are getting about 94% of asking on average, which tells you there's realistic negotiating room while still moving at a healthy pace.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no HOA on record for this area, which keeps monthly carrying costs down. Median property taxes run about $2,188 a year, and if you're weighing renting, the median rent here is around $1,214 per month.
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