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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209 ELLSWORTH Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2108249)

209 ELLSWORTH Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259

$3,000

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Property Type: Residential Lease Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,506 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,276 Status: Closed

Current Price: $3,000 List Date: 9/11/2025 Last Modified: 2/14/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home located in the desirable St. Johns, FL. This property boasts a plethora of amenities that cater to a lifestyle of comfort and convenience. The home features a spacious 3-car garage, tray ceilings, built-in bookshelves, and LVP flooring. The kitchen is equipped with modern stainless steel appliances. The screened patio and extended paver patio offer a perfect setting for outdoor relaxation and entertainment. The outdoor kitchen and firepit with Adirondack chairs add to the charm of this home. The property also offers a beautiful pond view. As part of a vibrant community, residents have access to a community pool, playground, basketball court, and tennis court. The community fitness center and amenity center further enhance the living experience. This home is a perfect blend of style, comfort, and community living. Small dogs under 20 pounds! Resident benefit package is required. Includes: move in concierge services, online portal

Supplements: access, document storage, multiple payment options, credit reporting and liability and personal property insurance. Monthly cost - $50.00 per month. Lease preparation fee of $125

Listing Details MLS# 2108249

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2506
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 2014
Lot Size Acres: 0.19
Association YN: Yes
Accessibility Features YN: Yes
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories Total: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I95S take exit to 9BN, take 2209S towards St. Johns, L onto Longleaf Pine Pkwy, L onto Islesbrook Pkwy, L onto Ellsworth Circle, House is on the R.
Public Remarks: Welcome to this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home located in the desirable St. Johns, FL. This property boasts a plethora of amenities that cater to a lifestyle of comfort and convenience. The home features a spacious 3-car garage, tray ceilings, built-in bookshelves, and LVP flooring. The kitchen is equipped with modern stainless steel appliances. The screened patio and extended paver patio offer a perfect setting for outdoor relaxation and entertainment. The outdoor kitchen and firepit with Adirondack chairs add to the charm of this home. The property also offers a beautiful pond view. As part of a vibrant community, residents have access to a community pool, playground, basketball court, and tennis court. The community fitness center and amenity center further enhance the living experience. This home is a perfect blend of style, comfort, and community living. Small dogs under 20 pounds! Resident benefit package is required. Includes: move in concierge services, online portal
List Price/SqFt: 1.2
Sold Price/SqFt: 1.2

Property Features

Additional Lease Terms: 12 Months Owner Pays: Association Fees Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Electric Cooktop; Electric Oven; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Laundry Features: In Unit Smart Home Features: Smoke Detector Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp; Accessible Kitchen Exterior Features: Fire Pit Patio And Porch Features: Patio; Screened Association Amenities: Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Water Source: Public Parking Features: Garage Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) View: Pond Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Road Surface Type: Asphalt Additional Fee Includes: Lease Prep Tenant Pays: All Utilities Pets Allowed: Dogs OK; Size Limit Room Types: Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Rental Service: None
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Listing Contract Date: 2025-09-10
Lease Term: 12 Months
Availability Date: 2025-09-11

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 209
Street Name: ELLSWORTH
Street Suffix: Circle
State: FL
County: St. Johns
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Durbin Crossing

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2025-09-25T13:16:17Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-09-23
Close Date: 2025-09-25
Close Price: 3000

Deposits and Fees

Application Fee: 80
Security Deposit: 3000

More Information

Pets Allowed

Maximum Weight Allowed: 20

Room Information

Room Name	Length	Width
Bathroom 2	7.70	5.17
Bathroom 3	4.87	7.69
Bedroom 2	11.48	12.27
Bedroom 3	11.30	11.64
Bedroom 4	11.31	11.11
Kitchen
Laundry	9.63	5.57
Living Room	17.43	24.95
Living Room	17.79	15.08
Primary Bathroom
Primary Bedroom	12.40	12.82

Listing Office: SPECTRUM REALTY SERVICES

Last Updated: February - 14 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.