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.

144 DOCK HOUSE Road, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2149544)

144 DOCK HOUSE Road, St. Johns, FL 32259

$5,000

Property Type: Residential Lease Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,987 Status: Closed

Current Price: $5,000 List Date: 6/16/2026 Last Modified: 8/08/2026

Overview

Description

Immaculate 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom luxury home located within a prestigious gated community. This spacious residence features an open-concept floor plan highlighted by a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, and a large center island. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat with large walk-in closets, dual vanities, and a spacious en-suite bathroom. Additional living spaces include a formal dining & living room and an upstairs loft, providing plenty of flexibility for work or recreation. Enjoy outdoor living on the screened patio with a retractable screen overlooking a peaceful pond. Community amenities are second to none and include 24/7 gated security, a resort-style pool, fitness center, tennis courts, pickleball courts, and a basketball court. Application fee $75 per person age 18 and older and a $125 lease fee due at signing. $100 HOA application fee. Pets are $50/month per pet(approved through pet screening )

Listing Details MLS# 2149544

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3987
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2017
Association YN: Yes
Accessibility Features YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Stories Total: 2
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Racetrack Rd go south on Veterens Parkway to a right on Longleaf Pine Parkway and a right on Julington Lakes Dr, then a right on Dock House Rd
Public Remarks: Immaculate 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom luxury home located within a prestigious gated community. This spacious residence features an open-concept floor plan highlighted by a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas cooktop, and a large center island. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat with large walk-in closets, dual vanities, and a spacious en-suite bathroom. Additional living spaces include a formal dining & living room and an upstairs loft, providing plenty of flexibility for work or recreation. Enjoy outdoor living on the screened patio with a retractable screen overlooking a peaceful pond. Community amenities are second to none and include 24/7 gated security, a resort-style pool, fitness center, tennis courts, pickleball courts, and a basketball court. Application fee $75 per person age 18 and older and a $125 lease fee due at signing. $100 HOA application fee. Pets are $50/month per pet(approved through pet screening )
List Price/SqFt: 1.2
Sold Price/SqFt: 1.25

Property Features

Additional Lease Terms: 12 Months Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Oven; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; His and Hers Closets; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Downstairs; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: In Unit Patio And Porch Features: Patio; Screened Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Gated; Jogging Path; Pickleball; Playground; Security; Tennis Court(s) Water Source: Public Parking Features: Garage; Garage Door Opener Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Gated with Guard; Security Gate View: Pond Waterfront Features: Pond Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Road Surface Type: Asphalt Additional Fee Includes: Lease Prep Pets Allowed: Yes; Breed Restrictions; Cats OK; Dogs OK

Contract Information

Rental Service: None
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Listing Contract Date: 2026-06-01
Lease Term: 12 Months
Availability Date: 2026-07-01

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 144
Street Name: DOCK HOUSE
Street Suffix: Road
State: FL
County: St. Johns
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Julington Lakes

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-08-08T14:38:14Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-07-29T01:51:22Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-08-05
Close Date: 2026-08-07
Close Price: 5000

Deposits and Fees

Additional Fee: 125
Application Fee: 75
Association Application Fee: 100
Pet Fee/Deposit: 50
Security Deposit: 4900

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Listing Office: FLORIDA NETWORK PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Last Updated: August - 08 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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