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?

Most current data puts it close to balanced, with a slight lean toward sellers overall — but this varies meaningfully by neighborhood and price point, which is why a citywide label only tells part of the story.

Should I wait for mortgage rates to drop before buying?

That's a real financial trade-off, not a simple yes or no — rates have actually trended up, not down, through this fall. A monthly-payment conversation based on your actual numbers is more useful than a guess about where rates go next.

241 OAK SHADOW Place, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2087510)

241 OAK SHADOW Place, St. Johns, FL 32259

$572,500

Virtual Tour

https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/2c7b69a5-85d5-4997-a668-3bc166d75553?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard

38-web-or-mls-2178 Orange Branch Trail-4

42-web-or-mls-2178 Orange Branch Trail-7

41-web-or-mls-2178 Orange Branch Trail-2

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,508 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,841 Status: Closed

Current Price: $572,500 List Date: 5/14/2025 Last Modified: 8/07/2026

Overview

Description

Sleek, inviting contemporary design meets coastal charm in this beautifully upgraded single-story home nestled on a preserve lot in the Arbors at RiverTown. Built in 2021 by Mattamy Homes, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home spans 2,508 square feet and offers seamless indoor-outdoor living with a tranquil backdrop of preserve greenery. Step inside and be welcomed by 10-foot ceilings, 8-foot doors, and smooth-finished walls that enhance the open, airy ambiance. Wide plank tile flooring, upgraded baseboards, and designer lighting flow throughout the home. A striking tray ceiling with blue pattern accents the entry hall, setting a tone of understated luxury. The open great room connects effortlessly to a modern kitchen with a large espresso-stained shiplap-wrapped island, soft-close shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, chevron backsplash, and premium Whirlpool appliances including a 5-burner gas cooktop, wall oven, and charcoal glass 4-door refrigerator. The private office with French doors is

Supplements: ideal for remote work, while the drop zone near the garage adds convenient storage. The spacious primary suite features a tray ceiling, walk-in shower with marble-look tile and linear glass accents, dual quartz vanities, and a large walk-in closet. Two secondary baths are finished with oversized white subway tile tub/shower surrounds. Enjoy morning ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2087510

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2508
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2021
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 53
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Rivertown HOA
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2745.96
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: Longleaf Pine Pkwy to Rivertown Main, continue through the roundabout to the right, Fawnwood to Oak Shadow Pl.
Public Remarks: Sleek, inviting contemporary design meets coastal charm in this beautifully upgraded single-story home nestled on a preserve lot in the Arbors at RiverTown. Built in 2021 by Mattamy Homes, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home spans 2,508 square feet and offers seamless indoor-outdoor living with a tranquil backdrop of preserve greenery. Step inside and be welcomed by 10-foot ceilings, 8-foot doors, and smooth-finished walls that enhance the open, airy ambiance. Wide plank tile flooring, upgraded baseboards, and designer lighting flow throughout the home. A striking tray ceiling with blue pattern accents the entry hall, setting a tone of understated luxury. The open great room connects effortlessly to a modern kitchen with a large espresso-stained shiplap-wrapped island, soft-close shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, chevron backsplash, and premium Whirlpool appliances including a 5-burner gas cooktop, wall oven, and charcoal glass 4-door refrigerator. The private office with French doors is
List Price/SqFt: 237.44
Sold Price/SqFt: 228.27

Property Features

Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Oven; Gas Cooktop; Microwave; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater Interior Features: Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile Laundry Features: In Unit Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Electric: Underground Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Boat Dock; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Park; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Curbs; Sidewalks; Street Lights Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Paved Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Appraisal; Financing; Inspection