Are Jacksonville home prices expected to drop further?

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How many days does it actually take to buy a house in Jacksonville right now?

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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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184 PELTON Place, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2146441)

184 PELTON Place, St. Johns, FL 32259

$749,600

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,506 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 10,890 Status: Closed

Current Price: $749,600 List Date: 5/21/2026 Last Modified: 5/21/2026

Overview

Description

Description is from Mattamy: The Lucia is designed to offer comfort and space for those who appreciate both relaxation and the ability to entertain. This home provides the perfect blend of spacious living areas and quiet retreats. A thoughtfully located two-bedroom suite sits just across from a versatile flex room--ideal for a quiet reading nook, a craft studio, or a peaceful space to unwind. The front hall gently flows into the Great Room, where an abundance of natural light pours in from the large lanai, extending the open-concept living area and creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The kitchen island overlooks the Great Room and dining room, perfect for enjoying both intimate meals and small gatherings with loved ones. The layout offers ample space for hosting friends or enjoying peaceful family time. The primary suite, tucked privately at the rear of the home, offers a serene retreat, just steps away from the Great Room and lanai. It's the ideal spot to start your day and

Supplements: later, to enjoy a relaxing evening in your private backyard space.

Listing Details MLS# 2146441

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2506
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2026
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 183
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee 2: 53
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2766.84
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: Yes
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-05-21
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: Yes
Directions: Longleaf Pine Pkwy to Keystone Corners Dr to Mistflower Dr, left on Pelton Pl
Public Remarks: Description is from Mattamy: The Lucia is designed to offer comfort and space for those who appreciate both relaxation and the ability to entertain. This home provides the perfect blend of spacious living areas and quiet retreats. A thoughtfully located two-bedroom suite sits just across from a versatile flex room--ideal for a quiet reading nook, a craft studio, or a peaceful space to unwind. The front hall gently flows into the Great Room, where an abundance of natural light pours in from the large lanai, extending the open-concept living area and creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The kitchen island overlooks the Great Room and dining room, perfect for enjoying both intimate meals and small gatherings with loved ones. The layout offers ample space for hosting friends or enjoying peaceful family time. The primary suite, tucked privately at the rear of the home, offers a serene retreat, just steps away from the Great Room and lanai. It's the ideal spot to start your day and
List Price/SqFt: 299.12
Sold Price/SqFt: 299.12

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Parking Features: Attached; Garage Current Use: Residential Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2026-05-13

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 184
Street Name: PELTON
Street Suffix: Place
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 302-Orangedale Area
Subdivision Name: Watersong At Rivertown

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-05-21T17:05:43Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-05-21
Close Date: 2026-05-21
Close Price: 749600

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: NON MLS (realMLS)

Last Updated: May - 21 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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