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.

245 BEECH BROOK Street, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2128492)

245 BEECH BROOK Street, St. Johns, FL 32259

$262,500

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,045 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 2,178 Status: Closed

Current Price: $262,500 List Date: 2/04/2026 Last Modified: 3/15/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome home to this beautifully designed Spanish-style townhome located in one of Julington Creek's newest and most convenient areas, offering quick access to major roadways, top shopping, dining, and everyday essentials. This 1,607 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence welcomes you through a quiet, private courtyard entry, creating an inviting first impression. Inside, you're greeted by a bright and uplifting two-story entryway that fills the home with natural light. The main living area's open floorplan flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining space. The kitchen offers crisp white cabinetry, ample storage, and all appliances convey, making this home truly move-in ready. Just off the dining area, enjoy a screened porch—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Upstairs, you'll find three well-appointed bedrooms, including a comfortable primary suite, all designed for both style and function.

Listing Details MLS# 2128492

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 1607
Living Area Source: Assessor
Building Area Total: 2045
Year Built: 2004
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.05
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 288
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee 2: 580
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Riverside Owners Assiciation - Management office
Association Phone: 9044602785
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: Yes
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Interstate 95 (I-95) - Take I-95 Exit 323B for Race Track Rd / CR 210 East toward St. Johns. - Continue east on CR 210 / Race Track Rd for about 3 miles. - Turn left onto County Road 13 (CR-13 / St. Johns Pkwy) and continue north ~2 miles. - Turn right onto Beech Brook St. - Continue to 245 Beech Brook St on the right.
Public Remarks: Welcome home to this beautifully designed Spanish-style townhome located in one of Julington Creek's newest and most convenient areas, offering quick access to major roadways, top shopping, dining, and everyday essentials. This 1,607 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence welcomes you through a quiet, private courtyard entry, creating an inviting first impression. Inside, you're greeted by a bright and uplifting two-story entryway that fills the home with natural light. The main living area's open floorplan flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining space. The kitchen offers crisp white cabinetry, ample storage, and all appliances convey, making this home truly move-in ready. Just off the dining area, enjoy a screened porch—perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Upstairs, you'll find three well-appointed bedrooms, including a comfortable primary suite, all designed for both style and function.
List Price/SqFt: 167.33
Sold Price/SqFt: 163.35

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Two Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Oven; Electric Range Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Kitchen Island Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Upper Level; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected Cooling: Zoned Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Security Features: Security Gate Construction Materials: Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Porch; Rear Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Gated; Park; Playground; Tennis Court(s); Other Community Features: Gated; Sidewalks Road Surface Type: Paved Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; USDA Loan; VA Loan Room Types: Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Bedroom 2; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom