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.

381 CARIBBEAN Place, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2119961)

381 CARIBBEAN Place, St. Johns, FL 32259

New Listing

$610,000

Great Spot to Relax, Unwind & Entertain!

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,555 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,405 Status: Active Under Contract

Current Price: $610,000 List Date: 11/05/2026 Last Modified: 11/05/2026

Overview

Description

CDD Bond Paid! This gorgeous 4 bedroom, 3-bathroom, split 3-car garage home sits on a PREMIUM water-to-preserve lot in the exclusive gated section of Beachwalk! The beautifully landscaped yard with wide paver driveway sets the tone for the elegance inside. Your backyard retreat awaits with an oversized screened lanai with triple sliding doors, perfect to enjoy the serene water views. Step through the upgraded glass front door & be greeted by wood-look tile floors, classy crown molding, high ceilings & an abundance of natural light. The gourmet kitchen features an oversized quartz island/breakfast bar, white cabinetry w crown molding & under-mount lighting, beautiful tile backsplash, gas cooktop & double oven. The inviting spacious & open living room showcases a tray ceiling & peaceful backyard views. The relaxing primary bedroom offers tray ceilings w crown molding, large windows & french door that lead to the lanai. The luxurious en suite

Supplements: includes a dual sink vanity & upgraded tile shower. The lanai is plumbed for an outdoor kitchen! The fully fenced & landscaped yard offers plenty of room to relax, play & entertain. Additional highlights include spacious secondary bedrooms, water softener, full gutters & french drains, epoxy flooring in the 2-car garage, ADA compliant and thoughtf ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2119961

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2555
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2021
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Lot Size Dimensions: 53x139
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 494.88
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee 2: 383.96
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Monthly
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1305.5
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-95 S, take exit 362A. Merge onto I-295 S, Keep left to continue on I-295 Express Lanes. Keep right to stay on I-295 Express Lanes, Merge onto FL-9B S. Take exit 4B, take exit 329 for Cnty Rd 210. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto County Rd 210 E, Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Beachwalk Blvd. At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto Caribbean Pl, Home is on the Left.
Public Remarks: CDD Bond Paid! This gorgeous 4 bedroom, 3-bathroom, split 3-car garage home sits on a PREMIUM water-to-preserve lot in the exclusive gated section of Beachwalk! The beautifully landscaped yard with wide paver driveway sets the tone for the elegance inside. Your backyard retreat awaits with an oversized screened lanai with triple sliding doors, perfect to enjoy the serene water views. Step through the upgraded glass front door & be greeted by wood-look tile floors, classy crown molding, high ceilings & an abundance of natural light. The gourmet kitchen features an oversized quartz island/breakfast bar, white cabinetry w crown molding & under-mount lighting, beautiful tile backsplash, gas cooktop & double oven. The inviting spacious & open living room showcases a tray ceiling & peaceful backyard views. The relaxing primary bedroom offers tray ceilings w crown molding, large windows & french door that lead to the lanai. The luxurious en suite
List Price/SqFt: 238.75

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Gas Cooktop; Gas Water Heater; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater; Washer; Water Softener Owned Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Jack and Jill Bath; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Gas Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Fiber Cement; Frame Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Porch; Rear Porch; Screened Roof: Metal Parking Features: Attached; Garage View: Pond; Protected Preserve; Trees/Woods Waterfront Features: Pond Fencing: Back Yard; Fenced; Full; Other Current Use: Single Family Association Amenities: Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Gated; Jogging Path; Park; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Gated; Restaurant; Sidewalks Road Frontage Type: Private Road Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Inspection