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.

192 S ARABELLA Way, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2166579)

192 S ARABELLA Way, St. Johns, FL 32259

$429,000

Virtual Tour

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,562 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,712 Status: Active

Current Price: $429,000 List Date: 9/25/2026 Last Modified: 10/23/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to this beautifully maintained home nestled in a gorgeous gated community with tree lined streets. Situated on a peaceful preserve lot with a fully fenced yard, this home provides a wonderful setting for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, you'll find luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire home, creating a stylish and cohesive look that is both beautiful and easy to maintain. The interior and exterior have recently been repainted, giving the home a fresh, move-in-ready feel. The kitchen is equipped with all-new appliances, and the washer and dryer are also new. Step outside to enjoy the screened lanai, overlooking the private preserve setting and fully fenced yard. The home's exterior stone accents, attractive landscaping, and great curb appeal make a wonderful first impression. A beautifully updated home, private preserve setting, and fantastic community amenities—this one is ready to welcome you home!

Supplements: Residents enjoy an impressive array of community amenities, including a resort-style pool, fitness center, clubhouse, and basketball court. The community's location also offers easy access to 9B through the back entrance, making commuting and getting around Jacksonville and St. Johns County a breeze.

Listing Details MLS# 2166579

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1562
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 2009
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 779
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Name: St Johns Forest Freedom Community Management
Association Phone: (904) 490-8191
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1398.06
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: To Access Home, enter St Johns Forest Community, 100 St John's Forest Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32259, entry is located off CR-210.At security house, provide address, business card and drivers license Straight on St johns forest until the end. Turn left on S Arabella Way, home is on the left side.
Public Remarks: Welcome to this beautifully maintained home nestled in a gorgeous gated community with tree lined streets. Situated on a peaceful preserve lot with a fully fenced yard, this home provides a wonderful setting for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, you'll find luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire home, creating a stylish and cohesive look that is both beautiful and easy to maintain. The interior and exterior have recently been repainted, giving the home a fresh, move-in-ready feel. The kitchen is equipped with all-new appliances, and the washer and dryer are also new. Step outside to enjoy the screened lanai, overlooking the private preserve setting and fully fenced yard. The home's exterior stone accents, attractive landscaping, and great curb appeal make a wonderful first impression. A beautifully updated home, private preserve setting, and fantastic community amenities—this one is ready to welcome you home!
List Price/SqFt: 274.65

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Refrigerator; Washer/Dryer Stacked Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Open Floorplan; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Laminate; Tile Utilities: Cable Connected; Natural Gas Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Porch; Rear Porch; Screened Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wooded View: Protected Preserve; Trees/Woods Fencing: Full; Wrought Iron Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Cable TV; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Gated; Jogging Path; Management - Off Site; Playground Association Fee Includes: Cable TV; Internet Community Features: Curbs; Gated; Sidewalks; Street Lights Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan