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.

170 EDGEWATER BRANCH Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2145374)

170 EDGEWATER BRANCH Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$565,000

Julington Creek Professional Tennis Cour

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,165 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 12,197 Status: Closed

Current Price: $565,000 List Date: 5/15/2026 Last Modified: 10/16/2026

Overview

Description

Beautifully upgraded 4 bedrms, 2-bath pool home offering refined finishes, vaulted ceilings, designer lighting and a bright, inviting layout. The kitchen features resurfaced countertops, stainless steel appliances and a stylish tile backsplash, opening seamlessly to the main living areas for effortless entertaining. Thoughtful updates include new vinyl flooring throughout, a fully remodeled laundry room with custom cabinetry and tile details, an updated guest bath with designer finishes and a spa-inspired primary shower with custom tile, bench seating, updated fixtures and glass enclosure. Step outside to a private backyard retreat featuring a saltwater pool, freshly painted pool deck, fire pit area, swing set area and custom outdoor design. Major improvements include a 2019 roof, 2021 water heater, 2023 HVAC, 2025 pool equipment/pump, 2026 kitchen countertop resurfacing, 2026 sprinkler controller, 2026 garage door mechanism/opener, exterior camera system and owned buried propane tank.

Supplements: Outdoor grill DOES NOT convey. Buyer to verify all information.

Listing Details MLS# 2145374

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 2165
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1998
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 525
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Julington Creek Plantation
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1385.44
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: No
Stories: Yes
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Peyton Parkway, turn left onto Race Track Road. Turn left onto Durbin Creek Boulevard, then turn left onto Morning Glory Lane. Turn right onto Edgewater Branch Drive, and the home will be on the right.
Public Remarks: Beautifully upgraded 4 bedrms, 2-bath pool home offering refined finishes, vaulted ceilings, designer lighting and a bright, inviting layout. The kitchen features resurfaced countertops, stainless steel appliances and a stylish tile backsplash, opening seamlessly to the main living areas for effortless entertaining. Thoughtful updates include new vinyl flooring throughout, a fully remodeled laundry room with custom cabinetry and tile details, an updated guest bath with designer finishes and a spa-inspired primary shower with custom tile, bench seating, updated fixtures and glass enclosure. Step outside to a private backyard retreat featuring a saltwater pool, freshly painted pool deck, fire pit area, swing set area and custom outdoor design. Major improvements include a 2019 roof, 2021 water heater, 2023 HVAC, 2025 pool equipment/pump, 2026 kitchen countertop resurfacing, 2026 sprinkler controller, 2026 garage door mechanism/opener, exterior camera system and owned buried propane tank.
List Price/SqFt: 269.33
Sold Price/SqFt: 260.97

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch; Traditional Levels: One Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Vinyl Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Exterior Features: Fire Pit Pool Features: In Ground; Salt Water Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Fencing: Back Yard Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Golf Course; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Appraisal; Financing