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.

128 LAKE JULIA Drive N, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 (MLS# 2150170)

128 LAKE JULIA Drive N, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

$1,049,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,217 Status: Active Under Contract

Current Price: $1,049,000 List Date: 8/06/2026 Last Modified: 10/27/2026

Overview

Description

Tucked away in a serene garden setting within coveted Sawgrass Country Club, this beautifully maintained 3BR/2BA garden home blends tranquility and natural light. A private brick courtyard entry and lush landscaping create a warm first impression. Inside, soaring ceilings, expansive windows, rich wood flooring, and a fireplace enhance the spacious living areas. Stunning lake views are enjoyed from the living room, sunroom, primary suite, and third bedroom. Imagine morning coffee in the sunroom as the light glimmers across the water, or evenings entertaining friends with doors open to the expansive deck and peaceful lake backdrop. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the home offers inviting spaces for both relaxing and gathering. Recent improvements include new windows and Hardie board siding for added beauty and peace of mind. A rare waterfront retreat with timeless character and an exceptional setting ~ Welcome Home!

Listing Details MLS# 2150170

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 2217
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1980
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 1188.27
Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
Association Name: Castle Management
Association Phone: 904-686-7552
CDD Fee YN: No
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: Yes
Stories: Yes
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: A1A South - Go to the South Gate of SGCC. Go through gate and take an immediate left onto Preston Trail W - then take a right onto Lake Julia Drive North. 128 is located on the first semi-circular
Public Remarks: Tucked away in a serene garden setting within coveted Sawgrass Country Club, this beautifully maintained 3BR/2BA garden home blends tranquility and natural light. A private brick courtyard entry and lush landscaping create a warm first impression. Inside, soaring ceilings, expansive windows, rich wood flooring, and a fireplace enhance the spacious living areas. Stunning lake views are enjoyed from the living room, sunroom, primary suite, and third bedroom. Imagine morning coffee in the sunroom as the light glimmers across the water, or evenings entertaining friends with doors open to the expansive deck and peaceful lake backdrop. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the home offers inviting spaces for both relaxing and gathering. Recent improvements include new windows and Hardie board siding for added beauty and peace of mind. A rare waterfront retreat with timeless character and an exceptional setting ~ Welcome Home!
List Price/SqFt: 473.16

Property Features

Architectural Style: Contemporary Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Entrance Foyer; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Skylight(s); Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Flooring: Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Available; Sewer Available; Water Available Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Security Gate Construction Materials: Fiber Cement; Shell Dash Patio And Porch Features: Deck; Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Dead End Street Waterfront Features: Lake Front Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Beach Access; Gated; Jogging Path; Maintenance Grounds; Playground Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Contingency Reason: Financing