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?

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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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12955 JULINGTON RIDGE Drive E, Jacksonville, FL 32258 (MLS# 2159497)

12955 JULINGTON RIDGE Drive E, Jacksonville, FL 32258

$2,600

Property Type: Residential Lease Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,960 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 12,197 Status: Active

Current Price: $2,600 List Date: 8/10/2026 Last Modified: 10/26/2026

Overview

Description

Available now! Dogs welcome. Sorry no cats. Welcome home to this spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom residence in the desirable Julington Forest community! Offering approximately 1,960 square feet of comfortable living space, this home provides plenty of room to relax, entertain, and enjoy everyday living. A brand-new privacy fence has been installed in the backyard, creating a wonderful outdoor space for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying time with family. The property has a wood burning fireplace that is for decorative purposes only. There is an outdoor area with a sink and a mini fridge (as is) on back porch. The home also features a brand-new, top-of-the-line HVAC system installed within the past year, providing modern efficiency and dependable comfort throughout the seasons. The well-appointed kitchen includes a range, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. A washer and dryer are also included for added convenience. The microwave, washer, and dryer are provided as-is.

Supplements: Located in Julington Forest, this home offers convenient access to shopping, dining, schools, major roadways, and everything Jacksonville has to offer. Don't miss the opportunity to make this beautifully maintained home your next place to call home! Please note that a minimum combined credit score of 500 is required, and the gross income must be at ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2159497

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1960
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1983
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
Association YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories Total: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Interstate 295 head SOUTH on Old St Augustine Road, then RIGHT on Caron, then LEFT on Julington Creek Road, then RIGHT on Julington Ridge, and home will be on the left towards the end.
Public Remarks: Available now! Dogs welcome. Sorry no cats. Welcome home to this spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom residence in the desirable Julington Forest community! Offering approximately 1,960 square feet of comfortable living space, this home provides plenty of room to relax, entertain, and enjoy everyday living. A brand-new privacy fence has been installed in the backyard, creating a wonderful outdoor space for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying time with family. The property has a wood burning fireplace that is for decorative purposes only. There is an outdoor area with a sink and a mini fridge (as is) on back porch. The home also features a brand-new, top-of-the-line HVAC system installed within the past year, providing modern efficiency and dependable comfort throughout the seasons. The well-appointed kitchen includes a range, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave. A washer and dryer are also included for added convenience. The microwave, washer, and dryer are provided as-is.
List Price/SqFt: 1.33

Property Features

Additional Lease Terms: 12 Months; Negotiable Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Cooktop; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Laundry Features: Sink Exterior Features: Fire Pit Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Porch; Screened Water Source: Public Parking Features: Garage Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Fencing: Back Yard; Fenced Utilities: Electricity Available; Sewer Available; Water Available Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Rent Includes: None Tenant Pays: All Utilities Pets Allowed: Dogs OK

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Listing Contract Date: 2026-08-10
Lease Term: 12 Months
Availability Date: 2026-08-10

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 12955
Street Name: JULINGTON RIDGE
Street Suffix: Drive
Street Direction Suffix: E
State: FL
County: Duval
Postal Code: 32258
MLS Area Major: 014-Mandarin
Subdivision Name: Julington Forest

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-10-19T20:18:18Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-10-19T20:18:18Z

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

Deposits and Fees

Additional Fee: 199
Application Fee: 75
Security Deposit: 2600

Listing Office: GREEN RIVER PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Last Updated: October - 26 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.