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.

152 NELSON Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2136134)

152 NELSON Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259

$268,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 1,611 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 2,178 Status: Closed

Current Price: $268,000 List Date: 3/22/2026 Last Modified: 7/28/2026

Overview

Description

Motiv seller, Move-in ready townhome located in one of Florida's top-rated public-school districts, offering the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle. Enjoy quick access to I-95 and FL-9B, making commuting to Jacksonville, St. Augustine, and surrounding areas simple and convenient. This home features a peaceful pond water view, providing a relaxing backdrop right from your living space. Located within the highly desirable Durbin Crossing community, residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a splash pool, tennis courts, basketball court, and a fully equipped fitness center. Just minutes away is the vibrant Durbin Pavilion, offering a wide variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The area continues to grow with exciting new developments, including a new UF Health medical facility coming soon. This home is perfect for buyers seeking a prime location and excellent schools.

Listing Details MLS# 2136134

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 1611
Living Area Source: Owner
Year Built: 2016
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.05
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 226.74
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee 2: 50.25
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Durbin Crossing Townhome
Association Phone: 8663781099
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1664.57
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: Yes
Carport YN: Yes
Carport Spaces: Yes
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: South
Directions: From downtown Jacksonville, take I-95 South take exit 333 for FL-9B S toward CR-2209, use the middle lane to merge onto St. Johns Pkwy Continue on St. Johns Pkwy. Use the right lane to merge onto St. Johns Pkwy. Turn right onto Richmond Dr, turn right onto Nelson Ln.
Public Remarks: Motiv seller, Move-in ready townhome located in one of Florida's top-rated public-school districts, offering the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle. Enjoy quick access to I-95 and FL-9B, making commuting to Jacksonville, St. Augustine, and surrounding areas simple and convenient. This home features a peaceful pond water view, providing a relaxing backdrop right from your living space. Located within the highly desirable Durbin Crossing community, residents enjoy resort-style amenities including a splash pool, tennis courts, basketball court, and a fully equipped fitness center. Just minutes away is the vibrant Durbin Pavilion, offering a wide variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The area continues to grow with exciting new developments, including a new UF Health medical facility coming soon. This home is perfect for buyers seeking a prime location and excellent schools.
List Price/SqFt: 179.39
Sold Price/SqFt: 166.36

Property Features

Levels: Two Appliances: Disposal; Electric Oven; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Tile; Vinyl Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Upper Level Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Stucco; Vinyl Siding Patio And Porch Features: Awning(s); Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Additional Parking; Garage; Garage Door Opener View: Water Waterfront Features: Pond Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Maintenance Grounds; Park; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds; Maintenance Structure; Pest Control Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional