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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2216 BRENTFIELD Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225 (MLS# 2170642)

2216 BRENTFIELD Road, Jacksonville, FL 32225

$500,000

ADU Kitchen with laundry- second kitchen - on main level

ADU Kitchen - second kitchen - on main level

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,504 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,712 Status: Active

Current Price: $500,000 List Date: 10/23/2026 Last Modified: 11/03/2026

Overview

Description

Homes like this simply don't come along in Jacksonville. Backing to a protected hardwood hammock preserve, this one-owner, three-story home offers roughly 3,500 sq ft and standout features. The main living spaces span the middle and top floors, with treetop views over the preserve. The nearly 400 sq ft primary bedroom, plus a large primary bath and its own laundry, gives you room to create the dream primary suite. The basement-like ground level steals the show: a true 4+ car garage with room for cars, a workshop, or a boat. Also on the entry level is a fully separate 800+ sq ft apartment with one bedroom, one full bath, a full kitchen, and laundry, ideal as an in-law suite, guest quarters, or home office. Built in 1997 and meticulously maintained by its original owner, the home has great bones, a brand-new roof, and newer HVAC. Original finishes let the next owner update every space to their taste. Garage, apartment, and preserve views, all in one. Schedule a showing today.

Supplements: This is a distintly unique home. Floor plans are included

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Listing Details MLS# 2170642

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3504
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1997
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: Yes
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.2
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 175
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Ridgefield
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 4
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 3
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Ft. Caroline, North into Ridgefield. Left on Brentfield. Home on right
Public Remarks: Homes like this simply don't come along in Jacksonville. Backing to a protected hardwood hammock preserve, this one-owner, three-story home offers roughly 3,500 sq ft and standout features. The main living spaces span the middle and top floors, with treetop views over the preserve. The nearly 400 sq ft primary bedroom, plus a large primary bath and its own laundry, gives you room to create the dream primary suite. The basement-like ground level steals the show: a true 4+ car garage with room for cars, a workshop, or a boat. Also on the entry level is a fully separate 800+ sq ft apartment with one bedroom, one full bath, a full kitchen, and laundry, ideal as an in-law suite, guest quarters, or home office. Built in 1997 and meticulously maintained by its original owner, the home has great bones, a brand-new roof, and newer HVAC. Original finishes let the next owner update every space to their taste. Garage, apartment, and preserve views, all in one. Schedule a showing today.
List Price/SqFt: 142.69

Property Features

Architectural Style: Multi Generational; Traditional Levels: Three Or More Rental Restrictions: 1 Year Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal Interior Features: Guest Suite; In-Law Floorplan; Kitchen Island; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Tile; Vinyl; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; In Unit; Lower Level; Upper Level; Washer Hookup Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Patio And Porch Features: Deck; Rear Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage; Garage Door Opener; Off Street Lot Features: Greenbelt; Many Trees View: Protected Preserve Current Use: Single Family Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2026-10-23

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 2216
Street Name: BRENTFIELD
Street Suffix: Road
County: Duval
State: FL
Postal Code: 32225
MLS Area Major: 042-Ft Caroline
Subdivision Name: Ridgefield

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-10-23T17:10:25Z
Major Change Type: New Listing

Accessory Dwelling Information

Dwelling Type: Apartment
ADU Attached Y/N: Yes
Bathrooms: Yes

More Information

Green Energy

Ownership: Seller Owned

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: Yes

Listing Office: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS

Last Updated: November - 03 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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