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.

264 ELM BRANCH Road, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2078632)

264 ELM BRANCH Road, St. Johns, FL 32259

$765,000

Single Lite Glass French Doors to Office

4 - Amenities Center and Nature Preserve

5 - Amenities Center and Nature Preserve

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,817 Status: Closed

Current Price: $765,000 List Date: 3/30/2025 Last Modified: 1/19/2026

Overview

Description

Love everything about this home. Sitting by itself in the cul-de-sac with beautiful, wooded preserve on three sides, this contemporary home design is available for a quick move-in. Glass double doors in the office add a sense of elegance and seclusion. A well-appointed kitchen boasts modern color selections, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and ample storage space. Tall, added windows and a large multi-panel stacking door in the great room allow for an abundance of natural light. The covered lanai offers pristine nature views. The first-floor primary bedroom suite features a lavish bathroom with ton of cabinet space and huge walk-in closet. The expansive second-story loft offers two bed and bath suites as well as an open space ideal for families. The community amenities feature a pool, fitness center, yoga room, playground, tennis/pickleball courts, and indoor/outdoor gathering spaces without having to pay CDD fees. This home is a must see—schedule a tour today!

Listing Details MLS# 2078632

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3817
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2025
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 153.67
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: Yes
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-02-13
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-95, take Exit 329 towards Green Cove Springs. Head W on CR 210. It will turn into Greenbrier Rd. and you will follow that for 1.3 miles. Turn right into our Mill Creek Forest community via Bridgeton St. The sales office parking lot will be on your left as you pass the mill.
Public Remarks: Love everything about this home. Sitting by itself in the cul-de-sac with beautiful, wooded preserve on three sides, this contemporary home design is available for a quick move-in. Glass double doors in the office add a sense of elegance and seclusion. A well-appointed kitchen boasts modern color selections, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and ample storage space. Tall, added windows and a large multi-panel stacking door in the great room allow for an abundance of natural light. The covered lanai offers pristine nature views. The first-floor primary bedroom suite features a lavish bathroom with ton of cabinet space and huge walk-in closet. The expansive second-story loft offers two bed and bath suites as well as an open space ideal for families. The community amenities feature a pool, fitness center, yoga room, playground, tennis/pickleball courts, and indoor/outdoor gathering spaces without having to pay CDD fees. This home is a must see—schedule a tour today!
List Price/SqFt: 209.59
Sold Price/SqFt: 200.42

Property Features

Architectural Style: Contemporary Levels: Two Appliances: Convection Oven; Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Cooktop; Gas Oven; Microwave; Tankless Water Heater Interior Features: Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Primary Downstairs; Smart Thermostat; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Gas Dryer Hookup; Sink Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric; Zoned Heating: Central; Electric; Zoned Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Locks; Programmable Thermostat; Security Green Energy Efficient: Thermostat Green Water Conservation: Water Recycling Security Features: Security System Owned Construction Materials: Fiber Cement Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Rear Porch Parking Features: Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wooded View: Protected Preserve; Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Gated; Jogging Path; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Gated; Sidewalks Road Frontage Type: Private Road Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Listing Contract Date: 2025-03-30

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 264
Street Name: ELM BRANCH
Street Suffix: Road
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Mill Creek Forest

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2025-05-03T13:30:24Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-04-09
Close Date: 2025-04-29
Close Price: 765000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: JACKSONVILLE TBI REALTY, LLC

Last Updated: January - 19 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.