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?

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248 APPALACHIAN Trail, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2121686)

248 APPALACHIAN Trail, St. Johns, FL 32259

$478,500

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,096 Status: Closed

Current Price: $478,500 List Date: 12/15/2025 Last Modified: 3/02/2026

Overview

Description

Lot 380 - Discover the Riley, a Craftsman-elevation home that blends style, comfort, and thoughtful design. The main level offers an open-concept layout with a stylish kitchen, dining area, and spacious Great Room, all flowing to a covered lanai through an 8' multi-sliding glass door—perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. A generous walk-in pantry wraps around the corner and extends beneath the stairs for abundant storage. Upstairs, the owner's suite features an Owner's Shower Plus, dual sinks, a linen closet, and a large walk-in closet. The second level also includes a versatile loft, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath. Located in RiverTown along the St. Johns River, residents enjoy parks, lakes, trails, and resort-style amenities for an active, social lifestyle.

Listing Details MLS# 2121686

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2096
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2025
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: 3568
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: Yes
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-02-13
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
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 380 - Discover the Riley, a Craftsman-elevation home that blends style, comfort, and thoughtful design. The main level offers an open-concept layout with a stylish kitchen, dining area, and spacious Great Room, all flowing to a covered lanai through an 8' multi-sliding glass door—perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. A generous walk-in pantry wraps around the corner and extends beneath the stairs for abundant storage. Upstairs, the owner's suite features an Owner's Shower Plus, dual sinks, a linen closet, and a large walk-in closet. The second level also includes a versatile loft, two additional bedrooms, and a full bath. Located in RiverTown along the St. Johns River, residents enjoy parks, lakes, trails, and resort-style amenities for an active, social lifestyle.
List Price/SqFt: 234.97
Sold Price/SqFt: 228.29

Property Features

Levels: Two Property Condition: Under Construction Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Freezer; Gas Range; Ice Maker; Microwave; Plumbed For Ice Maker; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; 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: 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; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Restaurant; Sidewalks Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; Other

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2025-12-15

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 248
Street Name: APPALACHIAN
Street Suffix: Trail
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 302-Orangedale Area
Subdivision Name: Rivertown Forest

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-03-02T16:55:52Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-12-30
Close Date: 2026-02-26
Close Price: 478500

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: MATTAMY REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Last Updated: March - 02 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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