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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1672 INKBERRY Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2144870)

1672 INKBERRY Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259

$987,037

REC CENTER HEATED & LIT COMPETITION POOL

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 4,337 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 26,136 Status: Closed

Current Price: $987,037 List Date: 5/14/2026 Last Modified: 6/22/2026

Overview

Description

Tucked away on a private cul-de-sac lot with preserve views on two sides, this exceptional custom pool home offers over 4,300 square feet of beautifully updated living space. Featuring 5 bedrooms plus a spacious bonus loft, 4 full baths, and a 3-car garage, this home blends luxury, comfort, and functionality. A grand two-story entry showcases stunning Saturnia marble, stone accents, wood floors, crown molding, 5'' baseboards, and upgraded lighting throughout the first floor. The expansive kitchen is designed for entertaining with maple cabinetry, granite countertops, oversized island, built-in desk, wine storage, glass display cabinets, two refrigerators, newer appliances, and a large dining area. Relax outdoors on the screened lanai overlooking the heated pool and spa with refinished surface and summer kitchen featuring a brand-new grill. There is plenty of room to play in the large backyard and plenty of parking with the long paver driveway. See Supplement and Private Remarks.

Supplements: Major updates include newer roof (2019), two new AC units (2024), full primary bath renovation (2020), exterior paint (2024), upstairs bath refresh (2025), and paver driveway/landscaping (2018). Located in a sought-after community with resort-style amenities including multiple pools, water slide, adult pool, 8 clay tennis courts, basketball courts, ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2144870

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 4337
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 2001
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.6
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 560
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1423.16
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: Yes
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: FROM 295, S ON SAN JOSE BLVD, L ON DAVIS POND, R ON DURBIN CREEK, R ON FLORA BRANCH, L ON W PRIMROSE PL, R ON BURGANDY TRAIL, R ON INKBERRY LANE TO CUL DE SAC
Public Remarks: Tucked away on a private cul-de-sac lot with preserve views on two sides, this exceptional custom pool home offers over 4,300 square feet of beautifully updated living space. Featuring 5 bedrooms plus a spacious bonus loft, 4 full baths, and a 3-car garage, this home blends luxury, comfort, and functionality. A grand two-story entry showcases stunning Saturnia marble, stone accents, wood floors, crown molding, 5'' baseboards, and upgraded lighting throughout the first floor. The expansive kitchen is designed for entertaining with maple cabinetry, granite countertops, oversized island, built-in desk, wine storage, glass display cabinets, two refrigerators, newer appliances, and a large dining area. Relax outdoors on the screened lanai overlooking the heated pool and spa with refinished surface and summer kitchen featuring a brand-new grill. There is plenty of room to play in the large backyard and plenty of parking with the long paver driveway. See Supplement and Private Remarks.
List Price/SqFt: 230.54
Sold Price/SqFt: 227.59

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Two Rental Restrictions: 3 Months Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Oven; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; His and Hers Closets; Jack and Jill Bath; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Lower Level; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Propane Cooling: Central Air; Electric; Split System Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Stucco Other Structures: Shed(s) Exterior Features: Outdoor Kitchen Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Rear Porch; Screened Pool Features: In Ground; Salt Water; Screen Enclosure Spa Features: In Ground Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Irregular Lot; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Protected Preserve Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Park; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Curbs; Sidewalks; Street Lights Road Frontage Type: County Road Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan