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Highland Glen Homes For Sale, Jacksonville

Quiet Jacksonville enclave — Jacksonville, FL

2 homes · 12 sold in 12 mo at median $779,950 · updated 5 minutes ago

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Market Snapshot

As of October 31, 2026, recent MLS-recorded sales in Highland Glen show a median sold price of $779,950 across 12 MLS-recorded sales; 2 homes are currently for sale ($799,000 - $926,934).

Median Sold (12 mo, MLS)
$779,950
Avg. Days to Sell
69 days
Homes Sold (12 mo)
12
For Sale Now
2
HOA Dues
~$120/mo typical

Market stats are based on similar homes in Highland Glen, including 12 recent recorded sales — they may not include listings or sales that aren't comparable to this market. Sourced from the MLS; refreshed regularly.

Closed sales

What homes in Highland Glen actually sold for

Median closed price by year from the MLS, 2022 to 2026: up 14% since 2025. 10 sales closed in 2026 at a median $260 per square foot.

$850K22$700K25$800K26$0$850K
YearSalesMedian sold$/sq ftOf askingDays on market
20223 †$850K$21799.3%60
20259$700K$26697.8%90
202610$800K$26097.9%36

Closed sales from the realMLS IDX feed; years with fewer than three sales are omitted. Medians, not estimates of any one home. "Of asking" is the median sold price as a share of the final list price. † A partial year in the feed: it carries only some of that year’s sales, so the median rests on fewer homes and the percent change above starts at the first full year.

Every Highland Glen sale in the last 12 months, with prices →

Your beach from Highland Glen

The closest public beach accesses with parking from Highland Glen, by drive time where we have it, from the county and city beach-access maps.

  • Closest with parking

    1st Ave S

    Jacksonville Beach · about 17 min drive

    About 19 parking spaces

    Lifeguard

    Directions →
  • 6th Ave N

    Jacksonville Beach · about 18 min drive

    About 16 parking spaces

    Lifeguard

    Directions →
  • Drive on the sand

    Huguenot Memorial Park

    Huguenot & the Talbot Islands · about 9 mi away

    Parking at the access. $5 per vehicle

    Restrooms

    Beach driving on most of the shore, 5 mph, street-legal vehicles only; 4WD recommended; shorebird areas close seasonally

    Directions →

Beach access near Southside Jacksonville, mapped →Every public beach access and its parking, on one map →

Sea turtles nest on these beaches May 1 to October 31: the season’s rules. Looking for shark teeth? What you can keep, beach by beach. Dolphins and right whales: when and where to see them.

Public accesses only, from St. Johns County, City of Jacksonville Beach, City of Fernandina Beach and Florida DEP data. Parking counts are approximate, and fees, passes and seasonal rules change; check the posted signs.

Nature near Highland Glen

The closest public trail systems and preserves (places with at least a mile of mapped trail or 500 acres), by drive time, from the state, water-district, county and National Park Service maps.

On the water

Fishing the First Coast →Every boat ramp →Every paddle launch →

Sports fields and leagues

Youth sports near Southside Jacksonville, mapped →Every youth league in St. Johns and Duval, by sport →

Parks, trails and boat ramps near Southside Jacksonville, mapped →Every state and national park within two hours →The springs, by drive time →

Public lands only; ramps and launches from FWC’s inventory, straight-line distance. Trail miles are what the managing agency maps; hours, fees, hunting seasons and closures change, so check the agency’s page before you go.

Groceries near Highland Glen

The closest store of each big chain, by drive time, from the middle of Highland Glen.

Grocery stores near Southside Jacksonville, mapped →Every big-chain grocery store in St. Johns, Duval and Nassau →

Stores holding a state retail food permit, located from each chain’s own store list. Drive times are typical, without traffic.

The Neighborhood

About Highland Glen, Jacksonville

A peaceful residential enclave in Jacksonville with comfortable homes, mature trees, and a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere.

  • Community Type:
    WaterfrontGated Community
  • Property Type:
    Single Family Homes
  • Amenities:
    Community PoolFitness CenterPlaygroundClubhouse

Living Here

What It's Like to Live in Highland Glen

Day-to-day living in Highland Glen is remarkably convenient for a neighborhood that feels as tucked away as it does. Sprouts Farmers Market and Walmart Supercenter are both less than a mile away, and 7 Brew Coffee is just a short drive for a morning pick-up. For a sit-down dinner, Kairos Jax and Marker 32 are both about 2 miles out, offering a range of casual and seafood dining. Patton Park and Castaway Island Preserve are close by for outdoor time, and the Goldenrod Trail and Palm Cove Marina provide additional options for active days on or near the water.

The Homes

Highland Glen Homes & Architecture

Homes in Highland Glen are single-family residences built with a level of finish that sets them apart from typical Duval County neighborhoods — think gourmet kitchens, high-end flooring and lighting, outdoor kitchens, and generous room sizes spread across multi-level floor plans. Recent homes available in Highland Glen have run around 4,000 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, priced in the low-to-mid seven figures. Waterfront settings and private pools are common, and the ICI-built construction throughout the community speaks to a consistent quality standard. HOA fees run about $360 per quarter, and notably, there is no CDD fee — a genuine differentiator in this part of Jacksonville.

Amenities

Highland Glen Amenities & Community Features

Highland Glen is a gated community with sidewalks and street lights throughout, giving it a polished, walkable feel that's unusual for this part of Jacksonville. Community amenities include a pool, fitness center, and playground — all maintained through the quarterly HOA without any CDD layered on top. Jacksonville Golf & Country Club, a private club, sits just about a mile away for residents who want access to golf beyond the neighborhood gates.

Location

Highland Glen Location & Commute

Highland Glen sits on Jacksonville's Southside, placing it within roughly 5 miles of Neptune Beach and Jacksonville Beach — a genuinely short drive to the coast by most standards. Mayo Clinic Florida is about 2 to 3 miles away, making this one of the more medically convenient residential pockets on the Southside. St. Johns Town Center, one of Jacksonville's major retail and dining hubs, is about 4 miles out. Jacksonville International Airport is roughly 20 miles north, which translates to about 30 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. For school information and district zoning details, the Duval County Public Schools website is the most reliable place to verify current assignments by address.

Schools

Schools Near Highland Glen

Highland Glen listings report Chets Creek Elementary School, Kernan Middle School and Atlantic Coast High School, all in the Duval County Public Schools. School assignments are address-specific and change; confirm the zoning for any specific home with the district before you buy.

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions about Highland Glen

Does Highland Glen have CDD fees?

No — one of Highland Glen's distinguishing characteristics is that it carries no CDD (Community Development District) fee. The community is maintained through a quarterly HOA fee, which has run around $360 per quarter. For buyers comparing Southside Jacksonville neighborhoods, the absence of a CDD is a meaningful cost difference worth factoring into monthly budget calculations.

How close is Highland Glen to the beach?

Neptune Beach and Jacksonville Beach are both about 5 miles from Highland Glen — roughly a 10- to 15-minute drive in typical traffic. Atlantic Beach is just slightly farther at under 6 miles, and Ponte Vedra Beach is within about 6 to 7 miles. For a neighborhood that's solidly inland and suburban in feel, the beach access is surprisingly close.

What schools serve Highland Glen?

Highland Glen is located within Duval County Public Schools. The Bolles School, a private independent school, is associated with this area and is approximately in the neighborhood's vicinity. Because public school zoning can vary by street address even within the same community, buyers should verify their specific assignments directly through Duval County Public Schools before making a decision based on school access.

How much is my home in Highland Glen worth?

Worth what the next Highland Glen buyer will pay, which the last few Highland Glen closings predict better than any website estimate. This site publishes no automated value on purpose; the listings and recorded sales on this page are the raw material instead, updated as the MLS updates. When you want it turned into a number for your home, I do that personally against the actual sales.

How long does it take to sell a home in Highland Glen?

Most Highland Glen sellers want a week count, and the honest answer is a range that depends on inventory the week you list. This page shows the current Highland Glen pace from live MLS activity, and the listings below are what a buyer compares you to. I set the timeline from those two things rather than from a regional statistic.

What does it cost to sell a home in Highland Glen?

A few lines beyond the obvious ones. In Highland Glen, plan on the commission you and I agree on, Florida's documentary stamp tax on the deed (70 cents per $100 of price), title and closing charges that follow local custom, the association's estoppel letter, and, where the home carries one, the community development district line, prorated at closing and disclosed to your buyer; handled correctly it is paperwork, handled late it stalls a contract. The same sale price nets differently with concessions, timing and positioning, so I run the full seller's net sheet for your home before you commit to a number.

Neighborhoods nearby: Wolf Creek Condos (0.5 mi, ~5 for sale) · Vizcaya (0.5 mi) · Palermo (0.8 mi, ~1 for sale) · Golden Glades (1.0 mi) · Crosswater@pablo Bay (1.7 mi, ~1 for sale) · Pablo Cove (1.9 mi, ~3 for sale)

Charter schools near Highland Glen

Charter schools are tuition-free public schools you apply to. There are no attendance zones, so these are the closest to Highland Glen, by straight-line distance.

Every charter school in the area, with grades and how to apply: Jacksonville charter schools. Checked against each school’s own site October 19, 2026; within 15 miles.

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