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.

2198 CARTER BRAXTON Road, Orange Park, FL 32073 (MLS# 2122148)

2198 CARTER BRAXTON Road, Orange Park, FL 32073

$2,075

Property Type: Residential Lease Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,528 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 9,148 Status: Closed

Current Price: $2,075 List Date: 12/19/2025 Last Modified: 2/13/2026

Overview

Description

This truly unique rental home in Orange Park offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and functionality. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, the home also boasts a large living room ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy Florida living at its best with a private screened pool and an inviting outdoor entertaining space, perfect for gatherings year-round. Inside, the home features no carpet throughout, providing a clean, modern feel and easy upkeep. What truly sets this property apart are the two separate driveways and RV parking with hookup, offering flexibility rarely found in rental homes. Whether you have an RV, boat, or multiple vehicles, this home is designed to accommodate it all. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and NAS JAX, this home offers both character and practicality in a prime location.

Listing Details MLS# 2122148

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1528
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1980
Lot Size Acres: 0.21
Association YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories Total: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From 295 south on Blanding to right on second Constitution, to right on Carter Braxton to home on the left.
Public Remarks: This truly unique rental home in Orange Park offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and functionality. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, the home also boasts a large living room ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy Florida living at its best with a private screened pool and an inviting outdoor entertaining space, perfect for gatherings year-round. Inside, the home features no carpet throughout, providing a clean, modern feel and easy upkeep. What truly sets this property apart are the two separate driveways and RV parking with hookup, offering flexibility rarely found in rental homes. Whether you have an RV, boat, or multiple vehicles, this home is designed to accommodate it all. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, schools, and NAS JAX, this home offers both character and practicality in a prime location.
List Price/SqFt: 1.41
Sold Price/SqFt: 1.36

Property Features

Owner Pays: Pool Maintenance Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Patio And Porch Features: Patio Water Source: Public Parking Features: Additional Parking; Garage; RV Access/Parking View: Pool Fencing: Back Yard Utilities: Propane Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Additional Fee Includes: Lease Prep Rent Includes: None Tenant Pays: All Utilities Pets Allowed: Yes; Cats OK; Dogs OK

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Listing Contract Date: 2025-12-19
Lease Term: 12 Months

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 2198
Street Name: CARTER BRAXTON
Street Suffix: Road
State: FL
County: Clay
Postal Code: 32073
MLS Area Major: 134-South Blanding
Subdivision Name: Heritage Hills

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-02-13T14:24:13Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-01-07T15:00:29Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-01-29
Close Date: 2026-02-13
Close Price: 2075

Deposits and Fees

Additional Fee: 150
Application Fee: 75
Pet Fee/Deposit: 300
Security Deposit: 2150

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Listing Office: NAVY TO NAVY HOMES LLC

Last Updated: February - 13 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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