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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3216 TOWER OAKS Drive, Orange Park, FL 32065 (MLS# 815963)

3216 TOWER OAKS Drive, Orange Park, FL 32065

$141,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,590 Status: Closed

Current Price: $141,000 List Date: 3/01/2016 Last Modified: 2/25/2026

Overview

Description

Ultimate privacy in this 5 Bedroom/3 Bath residence, huge lot backs up to nature preserve. Grand staircase and soaring ceilings greet you as you enter. To the right is a majestic dining room with 3 chandeliers to light the exquisite space for family gatherings. Travertine tile, Kitchen boasts granite counters, 42''cabinets with crown molding, double oven, microwave, large pantry and eat-in area. Large granite breakfast bar open to family room. THEATER Room, Media area and Game Room upstairs, Sun Room off kitchen, Covered back patio with fully fenced yard. You will love the oversize master en suite. His and hers walk in closets, garden tub with separate shower, double vanity and hidden commode. Entire house and patio are pre-wired for audio. Security Sys with Video, Intercom, Irrigation

Listing Details MLS# 815963

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 3590
Living Area Source: Measured
Year Built: 2005
Homestead YN: Yes
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 62.5
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Oakleaf PlantationHO
Association Phone: 904-225-9070
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1642
New Construction YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Directions: Argyle Forest West to Left on Brannanfield to Right on Oakleaf Plantation Parkway, Right on Deer View, Right on Live Oak Hollow, Left on Acorn Chase, Left on Tower Oaks, Home on the right
Public Remarks: Ultimate privacy in this 5 Bedroom/3 Bath residence, huge lot backs up to nature preserve. Grand staircase and soaring ceilings greet you as you enter. To the right is a majestic dining room with 3 chandeliers to light the exquisite space for family gatherings. Travertine tile, Kitchen boasts granite counters, 42''cabinets with crown molding, double oven, microwave, large pantry and eat-in area. Large granite breakfast bar open to family room. THEATER Room, Media area and Game Room upstairs, Sun Room off kitchen, Covered back patio with fully fenced yard. You will love the oversize master en suite. His and hers walk in closets, garden tub with separate shower, double vanity and hidden commode. Entire house and patio are pre-wired for audio. Security Sys with Video, Intercom, Irrigation
List Price/SqFt: 66.3
Sold Price/SqFt: 39.28

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: .25 to .5 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Central Vacuum; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Entry Phone/Intercom Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Pool Features: None Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Irregular Lot View: Protected Preserve Fencing: Back Yard; Vinyl Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Jogging Path; Tennis Court(s) Road Surface Type: Concrete Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2016-03-01

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 3216
Street Name: TOWER OAKS
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Clay
State: FL
Postal Code: 32065
MLS Area Major: 139-Oakleaf/Orange Park/NW Clay County
Subdivision Name: Oakleaf Plantation

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2016-04-19T14:33:38Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2016-03-03
Close Date: 2016-04-15
Close Price: 141000

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Interior aMENITIES-Prewired Audio: Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Parking Facilities-Keypad Entry: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Occupant Type: Special Instructions, Call Listing Agent, Occupied - Lockbox, Occupied, Appointment

More Information

Room Information

Room Name
Family Room
Media Room
Utility Room

Documents

Seller's Disclosure ›

Listing Office: UNITED REAL ESTATE GALLERY

Last Updated: February - 25 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.