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.

113 LEESE Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2059280)

113 LEESE Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$242,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 1,153 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 1,742 Status: Closed

Current Price: $242,000 List Date: 12/04/2024 Last Modified: 4/17/2026

Overview

Description

Ask about the 1% lender credit with use of preferred lender! Welcome home to this updated and well maintained townhome in Stonehaven, a community located in Aberdeen in the highly desired upper St. John's County. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 story townhome is welcoming and features a new roof, water heater, paint, flooring upstairs & window screens. Stucco to be updated/repainted in December! LG washer/dryer can be included with the right offer. This is a true move in ready unit! You'll enjoy the evenings and mornings with water views from your backyard. This is located just minutes from the Aberdeen amenity center, which you will have access to! Whether you're interested in the top notch St John's schools or are intrigued by the vibrant growing area, come experience this townhome for yourself and send us an offer today!

Listing Details MLS# 2059280

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 1153
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 2007
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.04
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 160
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Name: Stonehaven
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 900
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: Yes
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: via Longleaf Pine Pkwy. Head south on FL-9B. Take the St. Johns Pkwy exit. Use the left lane to turn slightly right onto St Johns Pkwy. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Longleaf Pine Pkwy. Turn left onto Shetland Dr. Turn left onto Leese Dr. Destination will be on the right.
Public Remarks: Ask about the 1% lender credit with use of preferred lender! Welcome home to this updated and well maintained townhome in Stonehaven, a community located in Aberdeen in the highly desired upper St. John's County. This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 story townhome is welcoming and features a new roof, water heater, paint, flooring upstairs & window screens. Stucco to be updated/repainted in December! LG washer/dryer can be included with the right offer. This is a true move in ready unit! You'll enjoy the evenings and mornings with water views from your backyard. This is located just minutes from the Aberdeen amenity center, which you will have access to! Whether you're interested in the top notch St John's schools or are intrigued by the vibrant growing area, come experience this townhome for yourself and send us an offer today!
List Price/SqFt: 212.49
Sold Price/SqFt: 209.89

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Two Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Oven; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Laminate; Tile; Vinyl Laundry Features: In Unit Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Fire Sprinkler System; Firewall(s); Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Cleared; Few Trees; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Pond Waterfront Features: Pond Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Inspection