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?

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.

3172 LITTLE KERN Lane, Jacksonville, FL 32226 (MLS# 2169118)

3172 LITTLE KERN Lane, Jacksonville, FL 32226

$2,900

Property Type: Residential Lease Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,361 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,534 Status: Active

Current Price: $2,900 List Date: 10/14/2026 Last Modified: 10/25/2026

Overview

Description

For Rent | 3172 Little Kern Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32226 Alta Lakes | 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 3-Car Garage Your next home awaits on a quiet cul-de-sac in Alta Lakes! Built in 2020, this home offers an open layout, room to spread out, and a screened lanai for morning coffee or relaxing after work. A leaded glass front door welcomes you into a bright foyer and spacious living area. Enjoy a kitchen made for everyday meals and entertaining, featuring a large island, quartz countertops, a deep farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a breakfast nook. Sliding glass doors connect the great room to the screened lanai, giving you extra space to gather and unwind. Four bedrooms and three bathrooms offer flexibility for guests or a home office, while the three-car garage provides room for parking and storage. Schedule your tour and see how this Alta Lakes home fits your next move! Available November 1st. Also available for sale with a VA assumable loan at 6.62%

Listing Details MLS# 2169118

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2361
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 2020
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 100
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Accessibility Features YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Stories Total: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: North
Directions: 295 North to Alta Dr, turn right to Alta Lakes BLVD, turn right go to first right gor to Little kern and turn left. Home on right side.
Public Remarks: For Rent | 3172 Little Kern Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32226 Alta Lakes | 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 3-Car Garage Your next home awaits on a quiet cul-de-sac in Alta Lakes! Built in 2020, this home offers an open layout, room to spread out, and a screened lanai for morning coffee or relaxing after work. A leaded glass front door welcomes you into a bright foyer and spacious living area. Enjoy a kitchen made for everyday meals and entertaining, featuring a large island, quartz countertops, a deep farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a breakfast nook. Sliding glass doors connect the great room to the screened lanai, giving you extra space to gather and unwind. Four bedrooms and three bathrooms offer flexibility for guests or a home office, while the three-car garage provides room for parking and storage. Schedule your tour and see how this Alta Lakes home fits your next move! Available November 1st. Also available for sale with a VA assumable loan at 6.62%
List Price/SqFt: 1.23

Property Features

Owner Pays: Association Fees; Taxes Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Cooktop; ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: In Unit Patio And Porch Features: Patio; Rear Porch; Screened Spa Features: Community Association Amenities: Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Pickleball; Playground Water Source: Public Parking Features: Garage; Garage Door Opener View: Trees/Woods Fencing: Back Yard; Vinyl Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Available; Water Available Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Road Surface Type: Asphalt Additional Fee Includes: Lease Prep Tenant Pays: All Utilities; Pest Control Pets Allowed: Yes; Breed Restrictions; Number Limit Room Types: Bathroom 2; Bathroom 3; Bathroom 4; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Kitchen; Laundry; Office; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom; Utility Room

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Listing Contract Date: 2026-10-13
Lease Term: 12 Months
Availability Date: 2026-11-01

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 3172
Street Name: LITTLE KERN
Street Suffix: Lane
State: FL
County: Duval
Postal Code: 32226
MLS Area Major: 096-Ft George/Blount Island/Cedar Point
Subdivision Name: Alta Lakes

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-10-14T02:18:14Z
Major Change Type: New Listing

Deposits and Fees

Additional Fee: 150
Application Fee: 75
Pet Fee/Deposit: 300
Security Deposit: 2900

More Information

Room Information

Room Name	Length	Width
Bathroom 2	5.46	8.90
Bathroom 3	8.86	4.91
Bathroom 4	2.96	5.59
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Kitchen
Laundry	10.97	5.68
Primary Bathroom	9.17	16.36
Primary Bedroom	14.70	18.53
Office
Utility Room	2.97	7.59

Listing Office: NAVY TO NAVY HOMES LLC

Last Updated: October - 25 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.