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.

256 ELLSWORTH Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2019486)

256 ELLSWORTH Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259

$899,999

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,556 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,276 Status: Closed

Current Price: $899,999 List Date: 4/12/2024 Last Modified: 4/17/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to your contemporary retreat with modern farmhouse touches! Located on a preserve lot, this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is designed for comfortable living and entertaining. A caged heated pool and spa with a paver deck, programmable LED lights and outdoor shower offer endless fun and relaxation for all seasons. The heart of the home is the family room, complete with a central shiplap surround linear temperature control electric fireplace with flanking white shaker cabinets and floating black wood shelves. The adjacent dining area and kitchen are a chef's dream, with stainless steel appliances, a new dishwasher and refrigerator, farmhouse sink, contemporary gray and white granite countertops, espresso cabinetry with brass hardware, uber sleek brass and black gooseneck faucet, and a contrasting white dining island. An upper-level bonus room provides extra space for activities, while the main level features a full bedroom and bathroom, perfect for multi-generational living or

Supplements: private office. The formal living room is ideal for hosting guests, while the elegant millwork at the entry hall, high end waterproof laminate flooring and handsome wood stairs add a touch of sophistication. Updated lighting throughout illuminates the entire home beautifully and a large primary bedroom features his and hers walk-in closets. Additi ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2019486

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 3556
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2014
Lot Size Acres: 0.19
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 68.98
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 3272.59
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: Yes
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: Longleaf Pine Pkwy to Islesbrook to Ellsworth Circle
Public Remarks: Welcome to your contemporary retreat with modern farmhouse touches! Located on a preserve lot, this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is designed for comfortable living and entertaining. A caged heated pool and spa with a paver deck, programmable LED lights and outdoor shower offer endless fun and relaxation for all seasons. The heart of the home is the family room, complete with a central shiplap surround linear temperature control electric fireplace with flanking white shaker cabinets and floating black wood shelves. The adjacent dining area and kitchen are a chef's dream, with stainless steel appliances, a new dishwasher and refrigerator, farmhouse sink, contemporary gray and white granite countertops, espresso cabinetry with brass hardware, uber sleek brass and black gooseneck faucet, and a contrasting white dining island. An upper-level bonus room provides extra space for activities, while the main level features a full bedroom and bathroom, perfect for multi-generational living or
List Price/SqFt: 253.09
Sold Price/SqFt: 253.09

Property Features

Levels: Two Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Electric Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Entrance Foyer; His and Hers Closets; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Laminate; Tile Laundry Features: In Unit Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Propane Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Fire Sprinkler System; Smoke Detector(s) Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Pool Features: In Ground; Gas Heat; Heated; Screen Enclosure Spa Features: Community; Heated; In Ground; Private Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener View: Protected Preserve; Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Playground; Tennis Court(s); Other Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Paved Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan