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.

357 Royal Caribbean Court, St. Augustine, FL 32080 (MLS# SA264895)

357 Royal Caribbean Court, St. Augustine, FL 32080

New Listing

$459,999

Stucco exterior featuring dual-level arched balconies with metal railing, tile roof, and multiple garage bays Front Of Structure

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Stucco exterior featuring vertical and glass-block windows, a concrete walkway, and landscaped planting beds Side Of Structure

Stucco exterior facade featuring dimensional address numbers, mounted exterior lighting, and a concrete walkway bordered by manicured shrubs Other

Exterior entryway featuring a covered porch, arched architectural detail, white smooth-stucco finish, and a glass-paneled door with an arched transom window Entry

Foyer featuring wood-finish flooring, a staircase with a wooden handrail, and a white entry door with an arched transom window Entrance Foyer

Foyer featuring wood-finish flooring, wood-toned staircase with white risers, and built-in closet storage Entrance Foyer

Foyer featuring wood-finish flooring, a staircase with a wooden handrail, and multiple interior paneled doors Stairs

Bathroom featuring a tub-shower combination with tiled surround, wood-finish cabinetry, countertop with integrated sink, and triple-light vanity fixture Bathroom

Bathroom featuring a vanity with a white countertop and oval under-mount sink, wood-finish cabinetry, wall-mounted storage cabinet, and a three-light fixture Bathroom

Tray ceiling, ceiling fan, wood-finish flooring, and sliding glass doors with grid muntins Bedroom

Tray ceiling featuring a central white ceiling fan, wood-finish flooring, and crown molding Bedroom

Tray ceiling with a central white ceiling fan, wood-finish flooring, and crown molding Bedroom

Tray ceiling featuring a central ceiling fan, wood-finish flooring, and glass sliding doors opening to an exterior concrete patio Bedroom

Eat-in kitchen featuring a breakfast bar, neutral tile flooring, recessed track lighting, crown molding, and an ornate wrought-iron chandelier Dining Area

Kitchen featuring natural wood cabinetry, solid surface countertops, ceramic tile flooring, built-in white appliances, and recessed ceiling lighting Kitchen

Kitchen featuring wood cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, integrated dual-basin sink, and white dishwasher Kitchen

Vaulted ceilings, tile flooring, recessed lighting, ornate multi-arm chandelier, and double-door access to an exterior balcony Dining Area

Room featuring a tray ceiling with recessed lighting, a central ceiling fan, tile flooring, and double doors opening to an exterior balcony Living Room

Ceramic tile flooring, crown molding, tiered kitchen cabinetry, stone-finish breakfast bar, and ornamental metal chandelier Dining Area

Tray ceiling with crown molding, decorative chandelier, tile flooring, built-in breakfast bar, and wood-finish cabinetry Dining Area

Neutral interior featuring tile flooring, crown molding, a central ceiling fan, and double-door access to an exterior balcony with decorative metal railing Living Room

Tray ceiling featuring crown molding, neutral tile flooring, and dual-pane glass French doors Living Room

Tray ceiling with recessed lighting, ceiling fan, and ceramic tile flooring Living Room

Open-concept room featuring a tray ceiling, ceiling fan, ceramic tile flooring, and track lighting Living Room

Covered balcony featuring arched architectural openings, decorative white metal railings, and classical-style columns Balcony

Covered exterior patio with a textured ceiling, featuring a full-light glass door with muntins and white casing Sitting Room

Tray ceiling, neutral tile flooring, built-in cabinetry, and recessed lighting Living Room

Bathroom featuring a dual-sink vanity with light wood-finish cabinetry, solid surface countertop, large wall-mounted mirror, and multi-light fixture Bathroom

Double vanity with wood-finish cabinetry, solid-surface countertop, integrated dual sinks, chrome fixtures, and a wall-to-wall mirror with multi-bulb overhead lighting Bathroom

Bathroom featuring a white porcelain tub, neutral ceramic tile tub surround, chrome shower fixtures, and a dual-flush toilet Bathroom

Bedroom featuring tray ceilings with crown molding, wood-finish flooring, a ceiling fan with integrated lighting, and sliding glass doors with an exterior balcony railing Bedroom

Tray ceiling with center-mounted light and fan fixture, wood-finish flooring, and multiple sets of white bi-fold closet doors Bedroom

Tray ceiling featuring crown molding, wood-finish flooring, and sliding glass doors with balcony access Bedroom

Tray ceiling, wood-finish flooring, two sets of bifold closet doors, and a multi-blade ceiling fan with integrated lighting Bedroom

Elevated balcony with a white metal railing overlooking a swimming pool, surrounding palm trees, and structured landscaping Pool

Laundry closet featuring bifold doors, wood-finish flooring, and integrated wire shelving Laundry

Covered porch featuring a concrete floor, an arched entry, a support column, and a decorative balustrade Patio

Covered patio featuring structural columns, arched architectural detailing, a metal balcony railing, and concrete flooring Patio

Covered patio featuring concrete flooring, structural columns, arched architectural detailing, and a multi-lite sliding glass door Patio

Attached garage featuring a concrete floor, arched entryway, and wall-mounted water heater Garage

Community swimming pool featuring a curved concrete deck, decorative perimeter fencing, and exterior building access Pool

Swimming pool with stone-tiled coping and concrete decking, complemented by a covered pavilion, multi-level exterior balconies with railings, and masonry privacy fencing Pool

Aerial view of multi-unit residential property featuring a multi-pitched tile roof and paved parking areas Aerial View

Multi-level exterior featuring a tile roof, stucco finish, concrete driveway, two-car garage, and upper-level balconies Front Of Structure

Multi-story exterior featuring a light-colored stucco facade, tile roofing, and upper-level balconies with metal railings Aerial View

Aerial perspective of a multi-unit property featuring a tile roof, dedicated surface parking, and coastal surroundings Aerial View

Coastal property featuring multi-story architecture with terracotta-style roof tiles, multiple outdoor swimming pools, and manicured tropical landscaping, situated near the shoreline Aerial View

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,452 Status: Active

Current Price: $459,999 List Date: 11/12/2026 Last Modified: 11/14/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 357 Royal Caribbean Court, a two-bedroom, two-bath, two-story condo in Villas of Ocean Gate. The ground level has a welcoming foyer, a one-car garage, a laundry closet, a full bath, and a spacious bedroom with a walk-in closet that opens to a covered patio. Upstairs, an open living, dining, and kitchen area flows to a balcony, and the primary bedroom has its own balcony and a bath with a double vanity. Both bedrooms back up to a pool view. Residents enjoy a community pool, a tennis court, and beach access via a nearby boardwalk. Leasing is unrestricted and short-term rentals are allowed, so this works as a primary home, second home, or investment. Offered furnished. Pets are allowed for owners, subject to association rules.

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Listing Details MLS# SA264895

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Year Built: 2001
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 508
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Name: Ocean Gate Master Association, Inc
CDD Fee YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: Yes
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Stories Total: 2
Entry Level: Yes
Direction Faces: North
Directions: A1A to Ocean Hibiscus DR. Second Left. Follow to 357
Public Remarks: Welcome to 357 Royal Caribbean Court, a two-bedroom, two-bath, two-story condo in Villas of Ocean Gate. The ground level has a welcoming foyer, a one-car garage, a laundry closet, a full bath, and a spacious bedroom with a walk-in closet that opens to a covered patio. Upstairs, an open living, dining, and kitchen area flows to a balcony, and the primary bedroom has its own balcony and a bath with a double vanity. Both bedrooms back up to a pool view. Residents enjoy a community pool, a tennis court, and beach access via a nearby boardwalk. Leasing is unrestricted and short-term rentals are allowed, so this works as a primary home, second home, or investment. Offered furnished. Pets are allowed for owners, subject to association rules.
List Price/SqFt: 316.8

Property Features

Rental Restrictions: 1 Week Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Cooktop; Electric Oven; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s) Flooring: Tile; Wood Laundry Features: In Unit Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Available; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Patio And Porch Features: Porch Parking Features: Garage Waterfront Features: Deeded Beach Access Association Amenities: Beach Access; Maintenance Grounds Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Condominium
Listing Contract Date: 2026-11-12
Occupant Type: Vacant

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 357
Street Name: Royal Caribbean
Street Suffix: Court
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32080
Subdivision Name: Villas of Ocean Gate II

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-11-12T05:00:00Z
Major Change Type: New Listing
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-11-12

Location, Tax, and Legal

Zoning: RG-2

More Information

Listing Office: Watson Realty Corp (A1A)

Last Updated: November - 14 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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