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?

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Should I wait for mortgage rates to drop before buying?

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146 STAPLEHURST Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 1163948)

146 STAPLEHURST Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$643,850

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,311 Status: Closed

Current Price: $643,850 List Date: 4/29/2022 Last Modified: 4/17/2026

Overview

Description

Everything you're looking for! Welcome home at Durbin Crossing-St Johns, FL. 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms plus office. Zoned to A+ schools, open layout perfect for entertaining. Chef's kitchen with Induction cooktop, Granite kit countertops, SS appliances, Micro/conv combo wall ovens, Split bedrooms, Screened lanai, Jacuzzi, Fenced backyard, Fam Rm 9'-Box coffered ceiling, Oak Staircase with stained handrail & iron. Crown moldings, Corner electric fireplace with stone accents and stained mantle. Chair rail, rounded wall corners & more. Mediterranean Style. Upstairs 5th bedroom/bonus room/theater with walk-in closet & full bathroom. Amenities in this community includes Club house, GYM, pools, walking trails, tennis & basketball courts. Move in ready!

Listing Details MLS# 1163948

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3311
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2013
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 60
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2594.78
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 2
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Directions: Take exit 333 for FL-9B S toward County Rd 2209. Merge onto FL-9B. Exit onto St Johns Pkwy. Turn left onto Longleaf Pine Pkwy. Turn right onto N Durbin Pkwy. Property will be on the Right.
Public Remarks: Everything you're looking for! Welcome home at Durbin Crossing-St Johns, FL. 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms plus office. Zoned to A+ schools, open layout perfect for entertaining. Chef's kitchen with Induction cooktop, Granite kit countertops, SS appliances, Micro/conv combo wall ovens, Split bedrooms, Screened lanai, Jacuzzi, Fenced backyard, Fam Rm 9'-Box coffered ceiling, Oak Staircase with stained handrail & iron. Crown moldings, Corner electric fireplace with stone accents and stained mantle. Chair rail, rounded wall corners & more. Mediterranean Style. Upstairs 5th bedroom/bonus room/theater with walk-in closet & full bathroom. Amenities in this community includes Club house, GYM, pools, walking trails, tennis & basketball courts. Move in ready!
List Price/SqFt: 196.32
Sold Price/SqFt: 194.46

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Cooktop; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator Fireplace Features: Electric Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Built-in Features; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; In-Law Floorplan; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Irrigation Green Energy Efficient: Windows Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Exterior Features: Balcony Patio And Porch Features: Patio; Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Additional Parking; Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Wooded Fencing: Back Yard; Other Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2022-03-13

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 146
Street Name: STAPLEHURST
Street Suffix: Drive
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Durbin Crossing

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2023-11-17T09:58:43Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2022-06-17T12:39:17Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2022-07-18
Close Date: 2022-07-22
Close Price: 643850

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Stone Fireplace: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Dining-Living/Dining Combo: Y, Bath-Garden Bath: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y, Interior Amenities-French Door(s): Y, Fireplace Mantle: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Intermediate School: Other

Room Information

Room Name
Great Room
Office
Bonus Room
Utility Room

Documents

Floor Plans on File ›

OFFER INSTRUCTIONS ›

SELLER'S PROPERTY DISCLOSURE ›

HOA COMMUNITY DISCLOSURE ›

CDD DISCLOSURE ›

Listing Office: WATSON REALTY CORP

Last Updated: April - 17 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.