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?

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Should I wait for mortgage rates to drop before buying?

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229 RANCH LAND Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 1177550)

229 RANCH LAND Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259

$899,990

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 3,747 Status: Closed

Current Price: $899,990 List Date: 6/25/2022 Last Modified: 6/17/2026

Overview

Description

WALK to TOP RATED SJC Hickory Elementary and Swiss Pt Middle School. Gas community The beautiful Julington Craftsman overlooks PRESERVE has a stunning 2-story foyer, amazing Great Rm with fireplace. Primary bedroom on the first floor, casual dining area, plus STUDY and full Guest Suite and Powder Bath. Take in the view on the extended covered lanai.2nd floor features BONUS Rm plus 2 additional bedrooms and 2 baths. A stunning gourmet kitchen is complete with a walk- in pantry. 3 car TANDEM garage. Tankless Water Heater. Pre Plumb for Water Softener, fully irrigated with timer. Amenity Center to be complete 2023 includes Clubhouse, POOL, FITNESS CTR, DOG PARK, TOT LOT, Multi- Purpose field. Under construction. Move in approx May 2023. Images in listing are of model NOT home listed

Listing Details MLS# 1177550

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 5
Living Area: 3747
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2022
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 305.91
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
CDD Fee YN: No
New Construction YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Directions: From I-95 take exit 329 towards Green Cove Springs, head W on CR 210 will turn into Greenbriar Rd. Bartram Ranch will be on your left before Swiss Pt Middle/Hickory Creek Elem. School
Public Remarks: WALK to TOP RATED SJC Hickory Elementary and Swiss Pt Middle School. Gas community The beautiful Julington Craftsman overlooks PRESERVE has a stunning 2-story foyer, amazing Great Rm with fireplace. Primary bedroom on the first floor, casual dining area, plus STUDY and full Guest Suite and Powder Bath. Take in the view on the extended covered lanai.2nd floor features BONUS Rm plus 2 additional bedrooms and 2 baths. A stunning gourmet kitchen is complete with a walk- in pantry. 3 car TANDEM garage. Tankless Water Heater. Pre Plumb for Water Softener, fully irrigated with timer. Amenity Center to be complete 2023 includes Clubhouse, POOL, FITNESS CTR, DOG PARK, TOT LOT, Multi- Purpose field. Under construction. Move in approx May 2023. Images in listing are of model NOT home listed
List Price/SqFt: 253.53
Sold Price/SqFt: 240.19

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: .25 to .5 Acre Architectural Style: Ranch Property Condition: Under Construction Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Cooktop; Microwave Interior Features: Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Concrete; Tile Utilities: Natural Gas Available Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Locks Green Energy Efficient: Appliances; Doors; Windows Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Fiber Cement; Frame Pool Features: None Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Additional Parking; Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener View: Protected Preserve Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Management - Full Time; Playground Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2022-06-25

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 229
Street Name: RANCH LAND
Street Suffix: Circle
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 302-Orangedale Area
Subdivision Name: Bartram Ranch

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2024-10-08T14:28:20Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2022-12-21T14:57:40Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2023-03-24
Close Date: 2023-06-16
Close Price: 899990

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Utilities-Separate Electric Meter(s): Y, Structure Builder: Toll Brothers, Suburban Lot Location: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Builder Warranty: Y, Energy Features-Forced Air: Y, Utilities-Separate Gas Meter(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y, Structure Slab: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Intermediate School: Other, Occupant Type: Vacant, Call Seller Direct, Call Listing Agent

Room Information

Room Name
Great Room
Utility Room

Documents

Survey on File ›

Listing Office: JACKSONVILLE TBI REALTY, LLC

Last Updated: June - 17 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.