Are Jacksonville home prices expected to drop further?

Nobody can honestly promise a specific direction. Prices are down modestly year over year, not falling sharply, and the market is described as balanced to slightly seller-favoring by most current reporting — not a buyer's market in the way the term usually implies.

How many days does it actually take to buy a house in Jacksonville right now?

It depends heavily on the specific home. Current data shows a real split: well-priced homes in strong areas can go under contract in under two weeks, while others sit for three months or more. The citywide average sits somewhere in between and can be misleading on its own.

Is Jacksonville still a buyer's market or a seller's market?

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Should I wait for mortgage rates to drop before buying?

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1018 LAUREL VALLEY Drive, Orange Park, FL 32065 (MLS# 1100436)

1018 LAUREL VALLEY Drive, Orange Park, FL 32065

$475,990

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 2,874 Status: Closed

Current Price: $475,990 List Date: 3/19/2021 Last Modified: 9/30/2026

Overview

Description

*Sample Photos* Estimated completion is September of 2021. The Avalon II ''D'' has 5 beds, 4 baths, and a 3-car garage. Tile plank flooring in the main living area, 9x8 hidden sliding glass door, spacious covered lanai, added recessed lights and pendant prewires, 9' ceilings, 2'' wood-looking blinds throughout, irrigation, landscaping, full sod, gmk, double ovens, quartz counters. Golf course community - resort style amenities.

Listing Details MLS# 1100436

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 2874
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2021
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 50
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 3120
New Construction YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Directions: From I-295/Blanding Blvd: Argyle Forest Blvd for 8.9 miles to right at Eagle Landing's entrance. From I-10: Chaffee Rd to Oakleaf Plantation Pkwy. Turn right and go 2.6 miles to Eagle Landing entrance
Public Remarks: *Sample Photos* Estimated completion is September of 2021. The Avalon II ''D'' has 5 beds, 4 baths, and a 3-car garage. Tile plank flooring in the main living area, 9x8 hidden sliding glass door, spacious covered lanai, added recessed lights and pendant prewires, 9' ceilings, 2'' wood-looking blinds throughout, irrigation, landscaping, full sod, gmk, double ovens, quartz counters. Golf course community - resort style amenities.
List Price/SqFt: 165.62
Sold Price/SqFt: 165.62

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Downstairs; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Tile Utilities: Cable Available; Other Cooling: Central Air; Electric; Zoned Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump; Zoned Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Programmable Thermostat Green Energy Efficient: Appliances; Doors; HVAC; Windows Green Water Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Fiber Cement; Frame Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Porch; Screened Pool Features: None Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Boat Dock; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s); Trash Association Fee Includes: Pest Control Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2021-03-19

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 1018
Street Name: LAUREL VALLEY
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Clay
State: FL
Postal Code: 32065
MLS Area Major: 139-Oakleaf/Orange Park/NW Clay County
Subdivision Name: Eagle Landing

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2023-11-16T23:23:44Z
Major Change Type: Price Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2021-04-05T14:31:34Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2021-04-20
Close Date: 2021-05-21
Close Price: 475990

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Utilities-Underground: Y, Mandatory Fees: Y, Utilities-Separate Irrigation Meter: Y, Club Amenities-Nature Trails: Y, Club Amenities-Game Room: Y, Interior Amenities-Window Treatment(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Parking Facilities-Keypad Entry: Y, Structure Builder: Dream Finders Homes, Seller May Pay Closing: Y, Golf Course Comm: Y, Suburban Lot Location: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Covenants/Restrictions: Y, Builder Warranty: Y, Energy Features-Ridge Vents: Y, Club Amenities-Bike Path: Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Baseball Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Structured Wiring: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y, Structure Slab: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Intermediate School: Other

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Room Information

Room Name
Great Room
Utility Room

Listing Office: DREAM FINDERS REALTY LLC

Last Updated: September - 30 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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