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.

2161 Alfa Romeo Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32246 (MLS# SA264868)

2161 Alfa Romeo Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32246

New Listing

$399,900

Single-story residence featuring a brick facade, gabled roofline, two-car garage, and white vinyl privacy fencing Front Of Structure

Virtual Tour

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Single-story exterior featuring red brick masonry, white horizontal siding, an attached two-car garage, white vinyl fencing, and a manicured lawn with mature palm landscaping Front Of Structure

Brick exterior facade featuring a covered entryway, white front door with an oval glass inlay, overhead transom window, and expansive multi-pane windows Entry

Vaulted ceilings, wood-finish tile flooring, decorative wainscoting, and recessed built-in shelving Dining Area

Room featuring high-contrast wainscoting, wood-finish flooring, sliding glass door, and a traditional multi-tier pendant light fixture Living Room

Vaulted ceilings, white wainscoting, multi-pane glass entry door, and pendant lighting Living Room

Vaulted ceilings featuring a multi-arm chandelier, decorative wainscoting, and tile flooring Dining Area

Kitchen featuring white cabinetry, stone-finish countertops, stainless steel refrigerator, tile flooring, and a decorative tile-accented support pillar Dining Area

Kitchen featuring white shaker-style cabinetry, stone countertops, a mosaic tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, including a microwave, range, and refrigerator Kitchen

Kitchen featuring white cabinetry, stone-surface countertops, stone-tile backsplash, and a multi-textured stone veneer peninsula Kitchen

Vaulted ceilings, wood-finish flooring, and a fireplace featuring tiered stone-style accent tiling with a white mantel Living Room

Living area featuring wood-finish flooring, a vaulted ceiling, a ceiling fan with integrated lighting, and a fireplace with a decorative stone tile surround and white mantel Living Room

Vaulted ceilings, fireplace with stone surround, pass-through kitchen counter with stone-tile facade, track lighting, and ceiling fan Living Room

Tray ceiling, wood-finish tile flooring, and a multi-bulb ceiling fan Bedroom

Tray ceiling featuring a central multi-blade ceiling fan with integrated lighting and wood-finish flooring Bedroom

Vanity featuring an integrated oval sink, solid-surface countertop, white cabinetry with brushed metal hardware, a wall-to-wall mirror, and a four-light fixture Bathroom

Bathroom featuring a vanity with white cabinetry, a neutral countertop with an integrated oval sink, a large wall-mounted mirror, and a shower stall with a textured glass enclosure Bathroom

Walk-in shower featuring large-format grey tile wall cladding, a built-in recessed niche, rainfall showerhead, handheld sprayer, and mosaic tile floor Bathroom

Neutral-toned walls, wood-finish flooring, and a ceiling-mounted fan with integrated lighting Bedroom

Room featuring wood-finish flooring, a ceiling fan with integrated lighting, and a bi-fold closet Bedroom

Wood-finish flooring, ceiling fan with integrated lighting, and neutral wall tones Bedroom

Bathroom featuring a vanity with an integrated basin, a large wall-mounted mirror, a walk-in shower with frosted glass sliding doors, and tile surround Bathroom

Rear yard featuring a concrete patio, a stone fire pit, a white vinyl perimeter fence, and mature trees Yard

Exterior side yard featuring red brick siding, a white vinyl privacy fence, and rock landscaping Yard

Backyard featuring a concrete patio, stone fire pit, white vinyl fencing, and mature trees Yard

Metal storage shed with a peaked roof, stone paver pathway, and surrounding white vinyl privacy fencing Out Buildings

Brick exterior with a hip roof, concrete patio, and white privacy fencing Back Of Structure

Brick exterior home featuring a concrete patio, mature trees, and white vinyl privacy fencing Back Of Structure

Single-story residence featuring a brick and horizontal siding facade, asphalt shingle roof, two-car garage, and white vinyl privacy fencing Front Of Structure

Single-story residence featuring a brick and stucco facade, asphalt shingle roof, attached two-car garage, and concrete driveway Front Of Structure

Fenced backyard featuring a concrete patio, stone fire pit, and mature trees enclosed by a vinyl perimeter fence Aerial View

Aerial perspective of the property featuring a dark asphalt shingle roof, paved driveway, enclosed backyard, and perimeter white vinyl fencing Aerial View

Aerial perspective featuring extensive mature tree canopy, proximity to regional waterways, and established residential street infrastructure Aerial View

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,896 Status: Active

Current Price: $399,900 List Date: 11/10/2026 Last Modified: 11/15/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 1,896 square feet of comfortable living space in one of Jacksonville's most desirable locations. Featuring an open-concept floor plan with soaring vaulted ceilings, this home is designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The updated kitchen serves as the heart of the home and showcases granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and a seamless flow into the spacious family and dining areas. The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy, while the generous primary suite offers a relaxing retreat. Recent improvements include a new roof, newer HVAC system, and a tankless water heater, providing peace of mind for years to come. Additional features include a water softener, natural gas service, ample storage throughout, and a low annual HOA fee. Ideally located just minutes from St. Johns Town Center, the University of North Florida (UNF), major employers, shopping, dining,

Supplements: Mayo Clinic, downtown Jacksonville, and area beaches, this move-in-ready home combines comfort, convenience, and value in one exceptional package.

Open Houses

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Listing Details MLS# SA264868

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Year Built: 2004
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 39707
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Stories Total: Yes
Entry Level: Yes
Directions: From Southside Service Rd, turn west onto Southbrook Dr. Turn left onto Baymeadows Cir W. Continue to third right.
Public Remarks: Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 1,896 square feet of comfortable living space in one of Jacksonville's most desirable locations. Featuring an open-concept floor plan with soaring vaulted ceilings, this home is designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The updated kitchen serves as the heart of the home and showcases granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and a seamless flow into the spacious family and dining areas. The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy, while the generous primary suite offers a relaxing retreat. Recent improvements include a new roof, newer HVAC system, and a tankless water heater, providing peace of mind for years to come. Additional features include a water softener, natural gas service, ample storage throughout, and a low annual HOA fee. Ideally located just minutes from St. Johns Town Center, the University of North Florida (UNF), major employers, shopping, dining,
List Price/SqFt: 210.92

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range Flooring: Tile Utilities: Sewer Available Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Brick Veneer Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Playground Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Listing Contract Date: 2026-11-10
Occupant Type: Owner

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 2161
Street Name: Alfa Romeo
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Duval
State: FL
Postal Code: 32246

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-11-10T05:00:00Z
Major Change Type: New Listing
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-11-10

Location, Tax, and Legal

Zoning: RES

More Information

Listing Office: Thompson Realty & Development, Inc.

Last Updated: November - 15 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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