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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2860 GOLDEN POND Boulevard, Orange Park, FL 32073 (MLS# 2124988)

2860 GOLDEN POND Boulevard, Orange Park, FL 32073

$307,000

Virtual Tour

https://www.homes.com/property/2860-golden-pond-blvd-orange-park-fl/hdttvxtzwqx9d/?dk=03g63gpct7dx9

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,597 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,841 Status: Closed

Current Price: $307,000 List Date: 1/25/2026 Last Modified: 5/13/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence designed for comfort and effortless entertaining. Featuring an open-concept layout, this home offers a seamless flow between living spaces, making it perfect for gatherings both large and small. The recently renovated kitchen is generously sized and includes a large pantry, while new flooring throughout the entire home adds a fresh, modern feel. The updated fireplace serves as a stylish focal point in the living area, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Each bedroom is well-sized, and the home is filled with natural light, enhanced by elegant plantation shutters on the windows and sliding glass door. Step outside to enjoy a large backyard with a wonderful patio, ideal for relaxing or hosting outdoor get-togethers. Additional highlights include indoor laundry, a water heater replaced in January 2026, and a roof replaced in January 2021.

Supplements: The home is exceptionally clean, well cared for, and truly move-in ready. Conveniently located near Oakleaf Shopping Center, offering a variety of retailers and restaurants, and zoned for highly regarded Clay County schools, this home combines location, updates, and livability in one fantastic package.

Listing Details MLS# 2124988

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1597
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 2004
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 280
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: Take Argyle Forest Blvd to Staples Mill Dr Continue straight onto Argyle Forest Blvd Continue on Staples Mill Dr. Drive to Golden Pond Blvd Turn right onto Staples Mill Dr Turn right onto Cheswick Oak Ave Turn left onto Golden Pond Blvd
Public Remarks: Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence designed for comfort and effortless entertaining. Featuring an open-concept layout, this home offers a seamless flow between living spaces, making it perfect for gatherings both large and small. The recently renovated kitchen is generously sized and includes a large pantry, while new flooring throughout the entire home adds a fresh, modern feel. The updated fireplace serves as a stylish focal point in the living area, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Each bedroom is well-sized, and the home is filled with natural light, enhanced by elegant plantation shutters on the windows and sliding glass door. Step outside to enjoy a large backyard with a wonderful patio, ideal for relaxing or hosting outdoor get-togethers. Additional highlights include indoor laundry, a water heater replaced in January 2026, and a roof replaced in January 2021.
List Price/SqFt: 190.98
Sold Price/SqFt: 192.24

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: One Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Rental Restrictions: No Minimum Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Microwave Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); His and Hers Closets; Open Floorplan; 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 Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Stucco Exterior Features: Fire Pit; Other Patio And Porch Features: Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Additional Parking; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Corner Lot; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Fencing: Vinyl Current Use: Single Family Association Amenities: Park; Playground Community Features: Sidewalks; Suburban Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; USDA Loan; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2026-01-12

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 2860
Street Name: GOLDEN POND
Street Suffix: Boulevard
County: Clay
State: FL
Postal Code: 32073
MLS Area Major: 139-Oakleaf/Orange Park/NW Clay County
Subdivision Name: Cutters Point

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-03-06T01:59:44Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-01-30
Close Date: 2026-03-02
Close Price: 307000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Documents

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Listing Office: LIVING TRUTH HOMES REALTY

Last Updated: May - 13 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.