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?

Most current data puts it close to balanced, with a slight lean toward sellers overall — but this varies meaningfully by neighborhood and price point, which is why a citywide label only tells part of the story.

Should I wait for mortgage rates to drop before buying?

That's a real financial trade-off, not a simple yes or no — rates have actually trended up, not down, through this fall. A monthly-payment conversation based on your actual numbers is more useful than a guess about where rates go next.

1036 BUTTERCUP Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2135147)

1036 BUTTERCUP Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$393,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,848 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,534 Status: Closed

Current Price: $393,000 List Date: 3/16/2026 Last Modified: 6/01/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home located on a quiet street near a cul-de-sac in the highly desirable Julington Creek Plantation. Situated within a top-rated A-rated school district, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community living. Step inside to an open and inviting floor plan filled with natural light. The home features new carpet in the bedrooms and office, creating a fresh and comfortable feel. The updated kitchen showcases beautiful new quartz countertops, and both bathrooms have been upgraded with matching quartz surfaces, adding a modern, cohesive touch. Enjoy peace of mind with major updates already completed, including a roof and A/C that are only 3.5 years old. Relax and entertain outdoors in the partially fenced backyard with a covered patio, perfect for grilling, gatherings, or enjoying Florida's year-round sunshine. Living in Julington Creek Plantation means access to resort-style amenities, including multiple pools, golf,

Supplements: a fitness center, tennis courts, playgrounds, sports fields, a skateboard park, volleyball courts, and miles of scenic sidewalks for biking and jogging. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and recreation, this home offers everything buyers love about the Julington Creek lifestyle. Schedule your showing today and discover why so man ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2135147

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1848
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 2001
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 580
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1426.73
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Race Track RD, turn onto Durbin Creek BLVD. Take a right on Afton LN. Turn left on Buttercup DR. Home will be down on your left.
Public Remarks: Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home located on a quiet street near a cul-de-sac in the highly desirable Julington Creek Plantation. Situated within a top-rated A-rated school district, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and community living. Step inside to an open and inviting floor plan filled with natural light. The home features new carpet in the bedrooms and office, creating a fresh and comfortable feel. The updated kitchen showcases beautiful new quartz countertops, and both bathrooms have been upgraded with matching quartz surfaces, adding a modern, cohesive touch. Enjoy peace of mind with major updates already completed, including a roof and A/C that are only 3.5 years old. Relax and entertain outdoors in the partially fenced backyard with a covered patio, perfect for grilling, gatherings, or enjoying Florida's year-round sunshine. Living in Julington Creek Plantation means access to resort-style amenities, including multiple pools, golf,
List Price/SqFt: 215.91
Sold Price/SqFt: 212.66

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: One Appliances: Convection Oven; Dishwasher; Electric Cooktop; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Refrigerator Interior Features: Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Composition Siding; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Golf Course; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Sidewalks Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Financing; Inspection