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.

300 TALWOOD Trace, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 1246464)

300 TALWOOD Trace, St. Johns, FL 32259

$660,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 2,989 Status: Closed

Current Price: $660,000 List Date: 9/07/2023 Last Modified: 4/17/2026

Overview

Description

OPEN HOUSE Sat 9/9 from 2-5pm. Step into luxury in this sprawling 4-bedroom, 3.5 bath home nestled in the coveted Julington Creek Plantation's Meadows subdivision. Spanning almost 3000 sq ft, every inch exudes class and comfort. Dive into fun with a nearly half-acre yard featuring a dazzling inground pool. Inside, be greeted by a grand foyer as the double front doors swing open. Freshly painted interiors, tall ceilings, and a cozy gas fireplace in the great room make for a dramatic welcome. The chef's dream kitchen boasts granite countertops, custom lighting, and stainless steel appliances. The master suite is the ultimate retreat with his-and-her vanities and a colossal master closet. Bedrooms 3 & 4 are innovatively connected by a Jack and Jill bath. Need a sophisticated workspace or

Supplements: reading nook? The flex space is perfect as a library, office, or formal living room. Host lavish dinners in the dedicated formal dining room. Rest easy knowing the home is capped with a 3-year-old roof and powered by dual HVAC units just 4 years old. This beauty falls within the acclaimed St. Johns County Schools.

Listing Details MLS# 1246464

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 2989
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2000
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 470
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee 2 Frequency: One Time
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1028.93
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 3
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Entry Level: Yes
Directions: San Jose /State Rd 13 to Racetrack Rd, Head East to Flora Branch make a right, Proceed straight past 4 way stop, make a left into The Meadows home will be on the corner on the right
Public Remarks: OPEN HOUSE Sat 9/9 from 2-5pm. Step into luxury in this sprawling 4-bedroom, 3.5 bath home nestled in the coveted Julington Creek Plantation's Meadows subdivision. Spanning almost 3000 sq ft, every inch exudes class and comfort. Dive into fun with a nearly half-acre yard featuring a dazzling inground pool. Inside, be greeted by a grand foyer as the double front doors swing open. Freshly painted interiors, tall ceilings, and a cozy gas fireplace in the great room make for a dramatic welcome. The chef's dream kitchen boasts granite countertops, custom lighting, and stainless steel appliances. The master suite is the ultimate retreat with his-and-her vanities and a colossal master closet. Bedrooms 3 & 4 are innovatively connected by a Jack and Jill bath. Need a sophisticated workspace or
List Price/SqFt: 222.48
Sold Price/SqFt: 220.81

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: .25 to .5 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Tile; Vinyl Utilities: Cable Available Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Pool Features: In Ground Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Corner Lot Fencing: Back Yard Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Golf Course; Jogging Path; Tennis Court(s) Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2023-09-07

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 300
Street Name: TALWOOD
Street Suffix: Trace
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: The Meadow

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2023-10-24T13:47:45Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2023-10-04
Close Date: 2023-10-17
Close Price: 660000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Mandatory Fees: Y, Dining-Kitchen/Family Combo: Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Condo Restrictions-Governed Covenants/Restrictions: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y, Side Entry Garage: Y, Structure Slab: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Intermediate School: Other

Room Information

Room Name
Office

Documents

Survey on File ›

HOA Disc ›

CDD Disc ›

Listing Office: BETROS REALTY INC

Last Updated: April - 17 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.