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?

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Should I wait for mortgage rates to drop before buying?

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281 HILLENDALE Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2027290)

281 HILLENDALE Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259

$682,390

2,424 A/C sq ft, 10 ft ceilings a large great room, 3 Br, 3 Ba, 3 car, plus Flex Rm and front & rear covered lanais.

Watch gorgeous sunsets over the water framed by this beautiful tree.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,541 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 13,504 Status: Closed

Current Price: $682,390 List Date: 5/22/2024 Last Modified: 6/17/2026

Overview

Description

Ready to move in! This stunning Delmore Craftsman by Toll Brothers is a one-story home. The Delmore features an open plan concept with a very large great room, situated off the casual dining room. The gourmet kitchen features new Kitchen Aid gas cook top/oven, modern Kohler faucets and is complete with a walk-in pantry. The home is situated on a very large corner home site which is 105 x 135 or 13,505 s.f. with a beutiful large Oak tree and view of the lake. There is plenty of room to add the pool of your dreams. Large primary bedroom, flex room, and large primary walk in closet connected to the laundry room. Three 3 car garage. Tankless gas water heater. Pre-plumb for water softener, fully irrigated yard with re-use water. Walk the kids to Top Rated Hickory Elementary, Swiss Point Middle School, and Bartram HS. Bartram Ranch is a Natural gas community in the heart of St Johns. New Amenity Center includes Clubhouse, Pool, Fitness Center, Dog Park, Tot-Lot and a Multi-Purpose field.

Listing Details MLS# 2027290

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2424
Living Area Source: Plans
Building Area Total: 3541
Year Built: 2024
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.31
Lot Size Dimensions: 105 x 135
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 110
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: Yes
Estimated Completion Date: 2024-05-22
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: Yes
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: Southwest
Directions: From I-95 take exit 329 towards Green Cove Springs, head W on CR 210 will turn into Greenbriar Rd. Bartram Ranch will be on your left before Swiss Pt Middle/Hickory Creek Elem. School.
Public Remarks: Ready to move in! This stunning Delmore Craftsman by Toll Brothers is a one-story home. The Delmore features an open plan concept with a very large great room, situated off the casual dining room. The gourmet kitchen features new Kitchen Aid gas cook top/oven, modern Kohler faucets and is complete with a walk-in pantry. The home is situated on a very large corner home site which is 105 x 135 or 13,505 s.f. with a beutiful large Oak tree and view of the lake. There is plenty of room to add the pool of your dreams. Large primary bedroom, flex room, and large primary walk in closet connected to the laundry room. Three 3 car garage. Tankless gas water heater. Pre-plumb for water softener, fully irrigated yard with re-use water. Walk the kids to Top Rated Hickory Elementary, Swiss Point Middle School, and Bartram HS. Bartram Ranch is a Natural gas community in the heart of St Johns. New Amenity Center includes Clubhouse, Pool, Fitness Center, Dog Park, Tot-Lot and a Multi-Purpose field.
List Price/SqFt: 288.36
Sold Price/SqFt: 281.51

Property Features

Architectural Style: Craftsman Levels: One Rental Restrictions: 7 Months Appliances: Dishwasher; ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Plumbed For Ice Maker; Tankless Water Heater; Trash Compactor Interior Features: Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Smart Thermostat Flooring: Carpet; Vinyl Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Available; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Electric Electric: 200+ Amp Service Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Programmable Thermostat; Security Green Energy Efficient: Appliances; Construction; Doors; HVAC; Insulation; Thermostat; Windows Green Water Conservation: Gray Water System Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Fire Alarm; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Fiber Cement; Frame; Stone Veneer Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Rear Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Corner Lot; Many Trees View: Pond; Trees/Woods; Other Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Park; Playground Association Fee Includes: Insurance; Maintenance Grounds Road Frontage Type: County Road; Easement Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2024-05-22

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 281
Street Name: HILLENDALE
Street Suffix: Circle
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 302-Orangedale Area
Subdivision Name: Bartram Ranch

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2024-08-16T16:32:58Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2024-08-04
Close Date: 2024-08-08
Close Price: 682390

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: JACKSONVILLE TBI REALTY, LLC

Last Updated: June - 17 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.