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 ST JOHNS FOREST Boulevard, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2157633)

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

$965,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 4,279 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 10,454 Status: Active Under Contract

Current Price: $965,000 List Date: 10/24/2026 Last Modified: 11/06/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to St. Johns Forest, where this stunning ICI Homes Nottingham II combines timeless design with everyday luxury in one of St. Johns County's most sought-after gated communities. Offering more than 4,200 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home features 5 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a large bonus room above the 3-car garage--perfect for a media room, playroom, home gym, or private retreat. Inside, soaring ceilings, crown molding, and 18-inch tile flooring create an elegant yet welcoming atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen is designed to impress with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, upgraded cabinetry, and plenty of space for gathering. A custom wine cellar with a wrought iron gate adds a distinctive touch of character. Step outside and enjoy your own backyard oasis, complete with a brand-new pool that's perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or making the most of Florida's year-round sunshine. This exceptional home offers the space, style,

Supplements: and amenities to fit every stage of life.

Listing Details MLS# 2157633

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 4279
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2007
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.24
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 742
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1397
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: Follow I-95 south, and use the right 2 lanes to take exit 333 for FL-9B S towards County Rd 2209. Merge onto FL-9B, then use the left lane to merge onto St. Johns Pkwy. Turn left onto Arabella Way, and left onto St. Johns Forest Blvd. Destination is on left.
Public Remarks: Welcome to St. Johns Forest, where this stunning ICI Homes Nottingham II combines timeless design with everyday luxury in one of St. Johns County's most sought-after gated communities. Offering more than 4,200 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, this home features 5 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a large bonus room above the 3-car garage--perfect for a media room, playroom, home gym, or private retreat. Inside, soaring ceilings, crown molding, and 18-inch tile flooring create an elegant yet welcoming atmosphere. The gourmet kitchen is designed to impress with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, upgraded cabinetry, and plenty of space for gathering. A custom wine cellar with a wrought iron gate adds a distinctive touch of character. Step outside and enjoy your own backyard oasis, complete with a brand-new pool that's perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or making the most of Florida's year-round sunshine. This exceptional home offers the space, style,
List Price/SqFt: 225.52

Property Features

Levels: Two Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Oven; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Gated with Guard; Security Gate Patio And Porch Features: Screened Pool Features: In Ground; Screen Enclosure Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage View: Trees/Woods Fencing: Back Yard; Fenced Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Fitness Center; Gated; Maintenance Grounds Community Features: Gated Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA Contingency Reason: Financing; Inspection