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.

2903 FIRETHORN Avenue, Orange Park, FL 32073 (MLS# 2172563)

2903 FIRETHORN Avenue, Orange Park, FL 32073

New Listing

$339,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,179 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,276 Status: Active

Current Price: $339,000 List Date: 11/06/2026 Last Modified: 11/06/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to Wilford Preserve! This charming home features 3 bed + 3 FULL bath + 2nd floor bonus room perfect for a sizable 4th bedroom. Upon entry you're welcomed into a comfortable open floor plan combining living, dining and kitchen. Plenty of natural light shines into your common spaces via the glass sliding doors. The kitchen features grey shaker cabinets, crisp white countertops and laminate flooring that carries into the dedicated dining area. The kitchen overlooking living and dining creates an ideal entertaining space, complete with space for bar seating at the wet kitchen island. The primary is thoughtfully split and includes dual vanities, step in shower and walk in closet. 2 additional first floor bedrooms share a full bath with shower tub combo. Upstairs you'll find an oversized bonus room, complete with closet and full bath, leaving tons of options for this versatile space. Outside is a covered paved back patio that overlooks a quiet preserve (occasional deer sightings!)

Supplements: Don't miss your opportunity to join Wilford Preserve, featuring a private community pool, amenity center and children's playground. Schedule your showing today! *This home is a short sale and will require bank approval. Please inquire for additional information.*

Listing Details MLS# 2172563

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2179
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 2022
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.19
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 839
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2411.61
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: 2
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From 295 - take exit 12 Blanding Blvd towards Argyle Forest. Right on Argyle Forest Blvd. Left on Cheswick Oaks. Left on Firethorn Ave. Home on Left.
Public Remarks: Welcome to Wilford Preserve! This charming home features 3 bed + 3 FULL bath + 2nd floor bonus room perfect for a sizable 4th bedroom. Upon entry you're welcomed into a comfortable open floor plan combining living, dining and kitchen. Plenty of natural light shines into your common spaces via the glass sliding doors. The kitchen features grey shaker cabinets, crisp white countertops and laminate flooring that carries into the dedicated dining area. The kitchen overlooking living and dining creates an ideal entertaining space, complete with space for bar seating at the wet kitchen island. The primary is thoughtfully split and includes dual vanities, step in shower and walk in closet. 2 additional first floor bedrooms share a full bath with shower tub combo. Upstairs you'll find an oversized bonus room, complete with closet and full bath, leaving tons of options for this versatile space. Outside is a covered paved back patio that overlooks a quiet preserve (occasional deer sightings!)
List Price/SqFt: 155.58

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Gas Oven; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Tankless Water Heater Interior Features: Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Laminate Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Spa Features: Community; In Ground Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage View: Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Clubhouse; Community Pool; Playground Association Fee Includes: Internet; Trash Community Features: Sidewalks Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan