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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236 HOLLY CREEK Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2142294)

236 HOLLY CREEK Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$653,000

RT_Forest_Beckett CR_Lot 55_236 Holly Cr

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,221 Status: Pending

Current Price: $653,000 List Date: 4/28/2026 Last Modified: 10/01/2026

Overview

Description

Lot 55 -The Beckett transforms traditional single-story living into a highly versatile 3,221-sq.-ft. floorplan full of creative possibilities. From the moment you enter, the classic hallway guides you toward the spacious Great Room, an open, inviting area ideal for relaxed family time or hosting guests. Two secondary bedrooms sit beside a flex room and retreat, offering perfect options for a home office, studio, or nursery. Across the Great Room, two additional bedrooms provide even more flexibility. Tucked in the rear corner, the owner's suite offers exceptional privacy and convenience, with sliding glass doors nearby that fill the central living space with natural light and connect to the large lanai. Set along the St. Johns River, RiverTown features parks, lakes, preserves, and miles of scenic trails designed for active, connected living in Northeast Florida.

Listing Details MLS# 2142294

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3221
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2026
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 53
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 5489
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: Yes
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-11-27
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: Southwest
Directions: From I-95, Exit 329 for CR 210 toward Green Cove Springs, West onto CR 210, continue straight onto Greenbriar Rd, turn left on Longleaf Pine Pkwy, RiverTown Welcome Center is on the right.
Public Remarks: Lot 55 -The Beckett transforms traditional single-story living into a highly versatile 3,221-sq.-ft. floorplan full of creative possibilities. From the moment you enter, the classic hallway guides you toward the spacious Great Room, an open, inviting area ideal for relaxed family time or hosting guests. Two secondary bedrooms sit beside a flex room and retreat, offering perfect options for a home office, studio, or nursery. Across the Great Room, two additional bedrooms provide even more flexibility. Tucked in the rear corner, the owner's suite offers exceptional privacy and convenience, with sliding glass doors nearby that fill the central living space with natural light and connect to the large lanai. Set along the St. Johns River, RiverTown features parks, lakes, preserves, and miles of scenic trails designed for active, connected living in Northeast Florida.
List Price/SqFt: 202.73

Property Features

Levels: One Property Condition: Under Construction Appliances: Dishwasher; Gas Range; Microwave Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Smart Thermostat; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Gas Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector; Programmable Thermostat; Smoke Detector Construction Materials: Fiber Cement; Frame Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Many Trees; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Protected Preserve; Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Maintenance Grounds; Management - On Site; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Curbs; Restaurant; Sidewalks; Street Lights Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan; Other

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2026-04-28

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 236
Street Name: HOLLY CREEK
Street Suffix: Drive
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 302-Orangedale Area
Subdivision Name: Rivertown Forest

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-07-13T13:47:23Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-07-01T20:20:12Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-06-30

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: MATTAMY REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Last Updated: October - 01 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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