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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2387 PERTH Drive, Orange Park, FL 32065 (MLS# 2166375)

2387 PERTH Drive, Orange Park, FL 32065

$309,000

Virtual Tour

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,535 Status: Closed

Current Price: $309,000 List Date: 9/24/2026 Last Modified: 11/05/2026

Overview

Description

This beautiful brick 3/2 ranch home has just had a brand new architectural shingled roof installed as well as a new AC system earlier this year. It was also freshly painted for a crisp, clean presentation. The home has a timeless look to it with its large driveway, stately lawn and covered front porch. Upon entering through the foyer you are greeted by the dining room on your right and then into the kitchen with it's quintessential breakfast nook tucked into a bay window offering excellent views of the massive fenced in backyard just off the covered back porch. The kitchen leads either into the enclosed sun room or into the comfortable living room with its focal point of a classic brick fireplace and wooden mantle. From here you head down the hall to see the quite spacious 1st and 2nd bedrooms and then into the equally gracious primary en suite with its great views of the backyard. This primary space features a walk in shower and closet on either side of the centered vanity.

Supplements: There are so many wonderful features to this home that need to be seen to be truly appreciated. This established neighborhood has no HOA or CDD. Please calls us for your own private showing.

Listing Details MLS# 2166375

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1535
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1985
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Association YN: No
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: Off of Blanding Blvd turn onto Londonderry Dr, left on Perth and home is on the right.
Public Remarks: This beautiful brick 3/2 ranch home has just had a brand new architectural shingled roof installed as well as a new AC system earlier this year. It was also freshly painted for a crisp, clean presentation. The home has a timeless look to it with its large driveway, stately lawn and covered front porch. Upon entering through the foyer you are greeted by the dining room on your right and then into the kitchen with it's quintessential breakfast nook tucked into a bay window offering excellent views of the massive fenced in backyard just off the covered back porch. The kitchen leads either into the enclosed sun room or into the comfortable living room with its focal point of a classic brick fireplace and wooden mantle. From here you head down the hall to see the quite spacious 1st and 2nd bedrooms and then into the equally gracious primary en suite with its great views of the backyard. This primary space features a walk in shower and closet on either side of the centered vanity.
List Price/SqFt: 201.89
Sold Price/SqFt: 201.3

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Laminate Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Brick Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Front Porch; Rear Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage Door Opener Fencing: Back Yard Current Use: Residential Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt 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: 2026-09-24

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 2387
Street Name: PERTH
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Duval
State: FL
Postal Code: 32065
MLS Area Major: 136-Lakeside Estates
Subdivision Name: **verifying Subd**

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-11-05T14:39:04Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-09-25
Close Date: 2026-10-22
Close Price: 309000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Listing Office: COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY

Last Updated: November - 05 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.