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.

137 SOUTHERN GROVE Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2027149)

137 SOUTHERN GROVE Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$517,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,910 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 21,344 Status: Closed

Current Price: $517,000 List Date: 5/22/2024 Last Modified: 6/02/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to your dream oasis! Nestled on a sprawling preserve lot, this stunning pool home epitomizes comfort and luxury. Impeccably, maintained and move-in ready. Step outside to your own private paradise-a saltwater, heated screened pool and spa, enveloped by serene woods offering unparalleled privacy. The expansive outdoor space is an entertainer's delight, perfect for hosting gatherings or simply basking in the tranquility of nature. Inside, the charm continues with a gourmet kitchen boasting SS appliances, double oven, and sleek solid surface countertops. The great room exudes warmth, anchored by a striking stone wood-burning fireplace and stylish Pergo floors. Retreat to the primary bedroom, complete with tray ceiling, barn door for added privacy, and a luxurious bathroom featuring a walk-in closet system and a jacuzzi tub. Outside, the home boasts a host of enhancements including vinyl siding, a vinyl/wood fence for added security, gutters, and all-new exterior doors..

Supplements: Practical features such as an irrigation system, water softener, and transferable termite bond. Located in the highly sought after St. Johns County with top-rated schools, and close to shopping, dining, and major thoroughfares, this home truly has it all. With low HOA fees and your own private pool. Don't miss this opportunity to make this the life ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2027149

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1910
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1996
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.49
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 285
Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: Yes
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From 95 take exit 329 onto CR210 west. Take CR 210 to Southern Grove Dr. and turn right. House will be on your left.
Public Remarks: Welcome to your dream oasis! Nestled on a sprawling preserve lot, this stunning pool home epitomizes comfort and luxury. Impeccably, maintained and move-in ready. Step outside to your own private paradise-a saltwater, heated screened pool and spa, enveloped by serene woods offering unparalleled privacy. The expansive outdoor space is an entertainer's delight, perfect for hosting gatherings or simply basking in the tranquility of nature. Inside, the charm continues with a gourmet kitchen boasting SS appliances, double oven, and sleek solid surface countertops. The great room exudes warmth, anchored by a striking stone wood-burning fireplace and stylish Pergo floors. Retreat to the primary bedroom, complete with tray ceiling, barn door for added privacy, and a luxurious bathroom featuring a walk-in closet system and a jacuzzi tub. Outside, the home boasts a host of enhancements including vinyl siding, a vinyl/wood fence for added security, gutters, and all-new exterior doors..
List Price/SqFt: 261.26
Sold Price/SqFt: 270.68

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch; Traditional Levels: One Rental Restrictions: 6 Months; No Lease 1st Year Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Electric Oven; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Laminate Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Stucco; Vinyl Siding Patio And Porch Features: Screened Pool Features: In Ground; Gas Heat; Heated; Salt Water; Screen Enclosure Spa Features: Heated; In Ground; Private Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wooded View: Trees/Woods Fencing: Back Yard; Vinyl; Wood Current Use: Residential; Single Family Road Frontage Type: Private Road Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Inspection