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.

185 TURTLE COVE Court, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 (MLS# 2011669)

185 TURTLE COVE Court, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

$964,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,393 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 5,663 Status: Closed

Current Price: $964,000 List Date: 3/07/2024 Last Modified: 3/03/2025

Overview

Description

Situated in prestigious Turtle Shores across the street from the Atlantic Ocean in South Ponte Vedra Beach, 185 Turtle Cove Court provides residents beach access, a community pool and sweeping Intracoastal views! Spanning 3,300SF of 3-story living, this spacious home boasts 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The first level foyer leads to a bedroom, full bathroom, laundry room and large flex space/5th bedroom set up with a bar. Screened back porch on first level with room to grill and views of a backyard stretching for 130+feet! Second floor is where the main living space beams with natural light from all the picture windows. Open layout connects Living, Dining and Family Rooms, Kitchen and a Half Bath for guests. Primary suite has Spa type bath with Jacuzzi tub, tiled shower, sleek mirrors/lighting with a huge walk in closet. 2 bedrooms on third floor with Berber carpet throughout including loft/work space. 3rd floor deck with Intercoastal panoramic view of water. Ocean view from

Supplements: the front bedroom window on this level! 2 car garage offers great storage for cars and beach toys. Lushly landscaped lot is all natural Florida foliage making for impressive curb appeal while being low maintenance. Additional features include NEW roof, hurricane shutters & garage door braces, and pre-wiring for an alarm system. The Turtle Shores c ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2011669

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3393
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2005
Lot Size Acres: 0.13
Lot Size Dimensions: 41x139x40x132
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 171.47
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Name: May Management
Association Phone: 904-461-9708
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 3
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: A1A & Mickler South 13 miles to Turtle Shores Drive. Through the gate 500 feet turn right onto Turtle Bay Ln, 150 ft turn right onto Turtle Cove Ct. The home is .2 miles on your left.
Public Remarks: Situated in prestigious Turtle Shores across the street from the Atlantic Ocean in South Ponte Vedra Beach, 185 Turtle Cove Court provides residents beach access, a community pool and sweeping Intracoastal views! Spanning 3,300SF of 3-story living, this spacious home boasts 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. The first level foyer leads to a bedroom, full bathroom, laundry room and large flex space/5th bedroom set up with a bar. Screened back porch on first level with room to grill and views of a backyard stretching for 130+feet! Second floor is where the main living space beams with natural light from all the picture windows. Open layout connects Living, Dining and Family Rooms, Kitchen and a Half Bath for guests. Primary suite has Spa type bath with Jacuzzi tub, tiled shower, sleek mirrors/lighting with a huge walk in closet. 2 bedrooms on third floor with Berber carpet throughout including loft/work space. 3rd floor deck with Intercoastal panoramic view of water. Ocean view from
List Price/SqFt: 294.43
Sold Price/SqFt: 284.11

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Three Or More Rental Restrictions: Other Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Water Heater; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Softener Owned; Wine Cooler Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Tile; Wood Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Propane Cooling: Central Air; Electric; Zoned Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump; Zoned Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Green Energy Efficient: Windows Security Features: Security Gate; Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Block; Fiber Cement; Frame; Stucco Exterior Features: Balcony Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Patio; Porch; Screened Pool Features: Heated Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Irregular Lot; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: River Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Beach Access; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Gated; Pickleball; Playground; Security; Spa/Hot Tub; Tennis Court(s); Other Road Frontage Type: State Road Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Contingency Reason: Financing