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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240 ST JOHNS FOREST Boulevard, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2139331)

240 ST JOHNS FOREST Boulevard, St. Johns, FL 32259

$1,150,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 4,280 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 11,326 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,150,000 List Date: 4/10/2026 Last Modified: 6/05/2026

Overview

Description

Where luxury, privacy and everyday living come together in the home you've been dreaming of! Tucked inside the prestigious 24-hour guard-gated community of St. Johns Forest, this beautifully updated 5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom residence sits on a premium preserve lot offering rare, tranquil views both behind and alongside the home. Step inside to a thoughtfully designed floorplan that blends elegance with comfort. At its center, a large fully renovated gourmet kitchen flows into the spacious family room with expansive windows, drawing your eye to the private serene wooded backdrop. Perfectly designed for both everyday living and entertaining, enjoy formal living and dining spaces that set the stage for everything from holiday gatherings to intimate evenings. A private office with custom built-ins provide both sophistication and versatility for today's work-from-home lifestyle.

Supplements: The main level is as functional as it is beautiful, featuring a luxurious owner's suite with tranquil preserve views, oversized custom closets with built-ins, and a spa-inspired bath that meets all your needs. An additional bedroom and full bath on the first floor offer ideal flexibility for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs three gener ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2139331

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 4280
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 2006
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 762
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1571.35
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-95 take Exit 329 CR210 West. Right at main entrance to community on St. Johns Forest Blvd, stay in left lane for visitor entrance at Guard House. *DO NOT GO TO SIDE RESIDENT ONLY GATES.
Public Remarks: Where luxury, privacy and everyday living come together in the home you've been dreaming of! Tucked inside the prestigious 24-hour guard-gated community of St. Johns Forest, this beautifully updated 5 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom residence sits on a premium preserve lot offering rare, tranquil views both behind and alongside the home. Step inside to a thoughtfully designed floorplan that blends elegance with comfort. At its center, a large fully renovated gourmet kitchen flows into the spacious family room with expansive windows, drawing your eye to the private serene wooded backdrop. Perfectly designed for both everyday living and entertaining, enjoy formal living and dining spaces that set the stage for everything from holiday gatherings to intimate evenings. A private office with custom built-ins provide both sophistication and versatility for today's work-from-home lifestyle.
List Price/SqFt: 268.46
Sold Price/SqFt: 268.69

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Two Appliances: Convection Oven; Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Freezer; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater; Washer; Water Softener Owned; Wine Cooler Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Butler Pantry; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Guest Suite; His and Hers Closets; Jack and Jill Bath; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Lower Level; Sink Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Multi Units; Zoned Heating: Central; Heat Pump; Natural Gas; Zoned Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: 24 Hour Security; Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Gated with Guard; Security Gate; Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame; Stone Veneer; Stucco Exterior Features: Balcony; Courtyard; Outdoor Kitchen Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Front Porch; Patio; Rear Porch; Screened; Side Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener View: Protected Preserve; Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Gated; Management - On Site; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Security; Tennis Court(s) Association Fee Includes: Internet; Security Community Features: Gated; Sidewalks; Street Lights Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan