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?

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.

162 CARINA Trail, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2133794)

162 CARINA Trail, St. Johns, FL 32259

$769,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,952 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,276 Status: Closed

Current Price: $769,000 List Date: 4/22/2026 Last Modified: 6/08/2026

Overview

Description

MOTIVATED SELLERS!! Indulge in a private, resort-style retreat where outdoor living takes center stage. Thoughtfully designed for both entertaining and quiet relaxation, the backyard showcases a saltwater pool and spa, gas firepit, retractable screen enclosure, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with solid surface countertops--creating an exceptional setting that feels both refined and inviting. Built in 2020 and extensively upgraded, 162 Carina Trail offers 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths within the exclusive, guard-gated community of Celestina in highly sought-after St. Johns County. Inside, a refined open-concept design is enhanced by custom built-ins, a well-appointed mudroom/drop zone, and a professionally enclosed upstairs loft with added wall and barn door--ideal as a private executive office or sophisticated flex space.

Supplements: The home's North/South orientation fills the interiors with balanced natural light throughout the day, while the garage is equipped with an EV charging station, adding modern convenience. Set on a tranquil water lot, the property delivers a seamless blend of elegance and everyday functionality. Residents of Celestina enjoy an amenity-rich lifestyl ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2133794

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2952
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2020
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.19
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 170
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1668.11
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: Yes
Stories: 2
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: South
Directions: From Racetrack Rd. turn on Celestina Parkway. At roundabout, turn on Idalia Run. Turn R on Antila Way; L on Pavia Place, L on Carina Trail. **There is a gate guard house. Realtors must accompany buyers and show ID and license for entry. This is a very secure neighborhood so protocol must be followed for entry
Public Remarks: MOTIVATED SELLERS!! Indulge in a private, resort-style retreat where outdoor living takes center stage. Thoughtfully designed for both entertaining and quiet relaxation, the backyard showcases a saltwater pool and spa, gas firepit, retractable screen enclosure, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with solid surface countertops--creating an exceptional setting that feels both refined and inviting. Built in 2020 and extensively upgraded, 162 Carina Trail offers 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths within the exclusive, guard-gated community of Celestina in highly sought-after St. Johns County. Inside, a refined open-concept design is enhanced by custom built-ins, a well-appointed mudroom/drop zone, and a professionally enclosed upstairs loft with added wall and barn door--ideal as a private executive office or sophisticated flex space.
List Price/SqFt: 263.89
Sold Price/SqFt: 260.5

Property Features

Architectural Style: Craftsman Levels: Two Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Gas Cooktop; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater; Washer; Water Softener Owned Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Guest Suite; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Flooring: Carpet; Tile Laundry Features: In Unit; Upper Level Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Composition Siding Exterior Features: Fire Pit; Outdoor Kitchen Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Rear Porch; Screened Pool Features: In Ground; Gas Heat; Salt Water Spa Features: Heated; In Ground Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s); Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Water Waterfront Features: Pond Fencing: Wrought Iron Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Gated; Jogging Path; Management - On Site; Management - Part Time; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Security; Tennis Court(s) Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds Community Features: Curbs; Gated; Sidewalks; Street Lights Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Financing