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.

176 SAINT JOHNS FOREST Boulevard, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2022832)

176 SAINT JOHNS FOREST Boulevard, St. Johns, FL 32259

$705,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 4,911 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 10,454 Status: Closed

Current Price: $705,000 List Date: 4/30/2024 Last Modified: 1/21/2026

Overview

Description

The CDD Bond is Paid in full for this home! Located on nearly a quarter of an acre in the sought-after community of Saint John's Forest, this beautifully designed custom estate home was built by ICI Homes - Florida's premier ''Builder of Dreams'' The home's Florida-style architecture showcases stone accents and is surrounded by well-manicured landscaping. A timeless touch of character and charm can be found within this home's niches, arched doorways, classic wainscoting, trim, and other architectural details that accent the walls, ceilings and columns throughout the main living areas. Enter through 8' front door framed with arched window and step into the Grand Foyer complete with decorative hand painted mosaic tiled centerpiece and stunning two-story cathedral ceilings. Elegant marble look porcelain tile flows throughout the lower level with a bright white color and natural grey veining leaving a lasting impression. This combination not only provides durability

Supplements: but also infuses a unique character to the homes entrance. Study located directly off Foyer with French door entry and built in bookcases. The large Gathering Room is open to the formal Dining area and kitchen that featuring a gas oven, large corner walk-in pantry 42'' raised panel honey maple cabinets with inlay molding, pull out shelves, trash bi ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2022832

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3048
Living Area Source: Public Records
Building Area Total: 4911
Year Built: 2005
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.24
Lot Size Dimensions: 80 X 135
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 747.25
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Name: First Coast Property Owner Association
Association Phone: 904-717-9231
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 508.02
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: South on I95 to CR210. Right on CR210 to St. Johns Forest on right. Must show license at guard gate. Stay straight on St. Johns Forest Blvd. to home on right.
Public Remarks: The CDD Bond is Paid in full for this home! Located on nearly a quarter of an acre in the sought-after community of Saint John's Forest, this beautifully designed custom estate home was built by ICI Homes - Florida's premier ''Builder of Dreams'' The home's Florida-style architecture showcases stone accents and is surrounded by well-manicured landscaping. A timeless touch of character and charm can be found within this home's niches, arched doorways, classic wainscoting, trim, and other architectural details that accent the walls, ceilings and columns throughout the main living areas. Enter through 8' front door framed with arched window and step into the Grand Foyer complete with decorative hand painted mosaic tiled centerpiece and stunning two-story cathedral ceilings. Elegant marble look porcelain tile flows throughout the lower level with a bright white color and natural grey veining leaving a lasting impression. This combination not only provides durability
List Price/SqFt: 234.58
Sold Price/SqFt: 231.3

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Two Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Water Heater; Gas Oven; Ice Maker; Microwave; Plumbed For Ice Maker; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Gas; Outside Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Guest Suite; His and Hers Closets; In-Law Floorplan; Jack and Jill Bath; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s); Other Flooring: Stone; Tile; Vinyl; Other Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Lower Level; Sink; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Available; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Available; Sewer Connected; Water Available; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Multi Units; Split System; Zoned Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump; Zoned Electric: 220 Volts in Garage; Underground Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Green Energy Efficient: Water Heater Security Features: 24 Hour Security; Gated with Guard; Key Card Entry; Security Gate; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Exterior Features: Balcony; Fire Pit Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Patio; Side Porch; Terrace; Wrap Around Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Many Trees; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wooded View: Protected Preserve; Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Gated; Playground; Security; Tennis Court(s); Trash Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Inspection