We Buy Houses in Duval County
1,043,000 residents. $314,000 median home price. 1 in 1,576 foreclosure rate. If you need to sell fast, we pay cash and close in as little as 7 days.
Fast closing: 7-60 days • No fees: We pay all closing costs • As-is: Leave everything behind
Duval County Market Snapshot
Data compiled by FL Home Buyers from public county records and MLS reporting
Sources: Florida Realtors, ATTOM Data Solutions, U.S. Census Bureau (Q4 2025). Florida Realtors Reports · ATTOM
Why Selling in Duval County Is Harder Than You Think
Duval County median home prices dropped 6.3% in January 2026 alone. Jacksonville's sprawling geography means many homeowners are far from buyers, making traditional sales slow and expensive.
Prices down 6.3% — largest metro decline in NE Florida
Flood zone expansions along St. Johns River
Aging infrastructure in core Jacksonville neighborhoods
Insurance carriers leaving the market
Deferred maintenance on military-area housing
I'm Max Cohen. I Buy Houses in Duval County.
I'm not a faceless corporation. I'm a Licensed General Contractor (License #CGC1534000) who has been buying and renovating houses across Duval County for years. When I walk through your house, I'm calculating repair costs in my head — not running to a bank for permission.
I know Jacksonville. I know the neighborhoods, the code enforcement issues, the insurance headaches. That's why I can give you a fair, fast cash offer that other buyers can't match.
If you have a problem property in Duval County, I'm the guy who buys it. Simple as that.
BBB A+ Rated • Licensed General Contractor • Hundreds of deals closed across Duval County
Selling to Us vs. Listing with an Agent in Duval County
| Factor | Sell to Max (Us) | List with Agent |
|---|---|---|
| Agent Commission | $0 | 5-6% (~$19k) |
| Closing Costs | We pay them | You pay (~2%) |
| Repairs Required | None. As-is. | Usually $5k-$30k+ |
| Timeline | 7-60 days | 56+ days avg |
| Showings / Open Houses | Zero | Dozens of strangers |
How We Buy Your Duval County House
Contact Us
Fill out the form below or call (561) 258-9405. Tell us about your Duval County property — address, condition, situation. Takes 2 minutes.
We Do a Walkthrough
We meet you at the property (in person or virtual). As a licensed contractor, I assess the real condition and calculate repair costs on the spot.
You Get a Fair Cash Offer
We present a written cash offer — no obligation. We explain exactly how we arrived at the number. No games.
Close on Your Timeline
Accept? We close in 7-60 days at a local title company. We pay all closing costs. You get cash.
Cities We Buy Houses In Across Duval County
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Zip Codes We Cover in Duval County
Real Duval Problems We Solve Every Day
We're not just buying houses — we're solving real problems for Duval homeowners. These are the situations we see most often:
Sprawling Geography, Varied Markets
Duval County covers 918 square miles — the largest county by area in Florida. Markets in Arlington, the Westside, and the Northside operate independently. A home seller in Springfield faces completely different dynamics than one in Ponte Vedra or San Marco.
Military Transfer Pressures
Naval Station Mayport and Naval Air Station Jacksonville create constant PCS (Permanent Change of Station) sellers who need to sell within tight government timelines — often 60-90 days — or face carrying two mortgages.
Aging Infrastructure on the Westside
Jacksonville's Westside (zip codes 32210, 32221, 32244) contains thousands of 1960s-1980s homes with original systems. These properties need $30K-$50K in updates but sit in neighborhoods where values don't support that investment.
Flood Insurance from St. Johns River
Properties along the St. Johns River and its tributaries face mandatory flood insurance that costs $2,000-$5,000/year. The 2024 FEMA remapping expanded flood zones in Arlington and San Jose areas significantly.
Code Enforcement in Transitional Areas
Jacksonville's urban core — Springfield, Durkeeville, Brentwood, and New Town — has aggressive code enforcement targeting vacant and distressed properties. Fines accumulate at $250/day and create liens that must be resolved before sale.
Foundation and Soil Issues
Parts of Duval County have sandy, shifting soils that cause foundation settling. Foundation repair in Jacksonville averages $5,000-$15,000 and scares away conventional buyers who can't get clear inspections.
Duval's Housing Market: What It Means for Sellers in 2026
Jacksonville remains one of Florida's most affordable major markets at $310,000 median home price, but that affordability is a double-edged sword for sellers. The city's aggressive annexation policy means Duval County encompasses everything from $150K starter homes on the Westside to $800K waterfront properties in San Marco and Mandarin. The 2026 market has cooled unevenly: the Beaches communities (Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach) have held steady thanks to limited supply, while the Westside and Northside have seen 10-15% price reductions from 2023 peaks. Days on market at 48 is below the state average, but the real story is absorption rate — many Duval neighborhoods have 5-6 months of inventory, indicating a buyer's market that punishes sellers with older or distressed properties.
Foreclosure & Legal Landscape in Duval County
Duval County's 4th Judicial Circuit handles approximately 3,000 active foreclosure cases, making it one of the busiest circuits in North Florida. Jacksonville's mix of military, VA, and FHA loans creates a unique foreclosure landscape — VA loan foreclosures follow different timelines and involve the VA as a secondary guarantor. If you have a VA loan and are behind on payments, selling before foreclosure preserves your VA loan entitlement, allowing you to use VA financing again in the future. We've worked with military families across Duval County to close quickly before PCS deadlines and foreclosure timelines.
⏱️ Time Is Your Most Valuable Asset
Every day you wait in the foreclosure process costs you equity and options. A cash sale can close before your next court date — call us at (561) 258-9405 to discuss your situation confidentially.
The Real Cost of Repairs vs. Selling As-Is in Duval
Jacksonville's construction costs are lower than South Florida but rising. Roof replacement averages $8,000-$15,000 — one of the more affordable markets in the state. AC replacement runs $5,000-$9,000. The challenge in Duval is that many homes need multiple systems: a typical Westside property might need a roof ($12K), HVAC ($7K), kitchen update ($15K), and bathroom renovation ($8K) — totaling $42K on a home worth $200K. At that ratio, renovating before selling is economically irrational. Our cash offers account for renovation costs we'll absorb, and our closing timeline (7-30 days) lets you move on without becoming a general contractor.
What Duval Homeowners Say About Working With Us
"PCS orders gave us 60 days to sell near NAS Jacksonville. Our agent said it would take 3-4 months. FL Home Buyers made an offer in 48 hours and we closed before our report date."
SSgt. Brian & Kelly M.
Orange Park, FL
"Our rental in Springfield had $4,200 in code enforcement fines and needed a complete rehab. Max paid the fines at closing and bought the property as-is. Done in 11 days."
Marcus J.
Springfield, FL
"Dad's house in Arlington had been in a flood zone since the 2024 remapping. Nobody wanted to deal with the flood insurance. Cash offer from FL Home Buyers solved everything."
Tammy W.
Arlington, FL
Facing a Tough Situation in Duval? We Can Help.
No matter what brought you here, we've handled it before. Click any situation below to learn how we help Duval homeowners just like you:
Helpful Resources for Duval Sellers
Every Duval Neighborhood, Covered
We buy houses across all of Duval County's 918 square miles — from the Beaches to the Northside, the Westside to Mandarin, and every neighborhood from San Marco to Middleburg.
Nearby counties we also serve: St. Johns County, Clay County, Nassau County, Baker County
Frequently Asked Questions About Selling in Duval County
As of late 2025, the median home sale price in Duval County is $314,000, representing a -6.3% change compared to the prior year. This data comes from county property appraiser records and MLS reporting. Whether your home is above or below that number, we make fair offers based on actual condition and comparable sales — not just automated estimates.
If the title is clear, as little as 7 days. Most sellers in Duval County choose 14-30 days to get organized. Compare that to the average 56 days on market for MLS-listed homes in this county — and that's before you even start the 30-45 day closing process with a buyer's lender.
The foreclosure rate in Duval County is approximately 1 in 1,576 housing units. Florida's statewide rate is the highest in the nation at 1 in 230 units. If you're behind on payments or have received a lis pendens, selling for cash can help you avoid the long-term damage of a foreclosure on your credit. Learn more about selling during foreclosure →
I am the buyer. My name is Max Cohen. I'm a Licensed General Contractor (CGC1534000) and the founder of FL Home Buyers LLC. I buy houses with my own funds, renovate them myself, and either sell or rent them. We close at a standard Florida title company. I don't assign contracts to other investors. Learn how to spot "we buy houses" scams →
That's exactly what I look for. I'm a contractor. I want the houses that need new roofs, new kitchens, and new pipes. You don't need to clean, repair, or even empty the house. Take what you want and leave the rest. Can I sell a house that needs repairs? →
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Common Situations We Help With in Duval County
Source: Florida Realtors®, ATTOM Data, Houzeo · February 2026
What Duval Homeowners Say
"Going through a divorce and needed to sell quickly. They made a difficult situation so much easier."
— Lisa P., Duval
"They gave us a fair cash offer and closed in 10 days. No repairs, no hassle. Exactly what we needed."
— Sarah M., Duval
"We inherited a house that needed major work. They bought it as-is and handled everything. Highly recommend!"
— Maria L., Duval
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