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.

3863 SCHOENWALD Lane, Jacksonville, FL 32223 (MLS# 2170663)

3863 SCHOENWALD Lane, Jacksonville, FL 32223

$559,999

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Polished Hardwood Entry and Dining Foyer

Bright Open Living Room with Fireplace a

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,080 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 53,143 Status: Active Under Contract

Current Price: $559,999 List Date: 10/23/2026 Last Modified: 10/29/2026

Overview

Description

Tucked away beneath a canopy of mature trees, this all-brick Mandarin residence offers a rare sense of space and privacy on 1.22 acres (per survey). Inside, 2,080 square feet of thoughtfully arranged living space includes three bedrooms, two baths, a refreshed kitchen, hardwood floors throughout the main areas, and a spacious formal dining room ready for everyday meals or entertaining. The carpeted family room features built-in bookshelves and creates a comfortable gathering space. The large primary suite is complemented by two walk-in closets. Outside, a screened porch extends the living space, while a shed and covered carport provide useful storage and parking flexibility for a boat or RV. With its mature tree setting, secluded location and move-in-ready appeal, this home offers a distinctive opportunity in the Schoenwald area of Mandarin.

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Listing Details MLS# 2170663

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 2080
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1992
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 1.22
Lot Size Dimensions: 127x376 appx
Association YN: No
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: Yes
Carport Spaces: 4
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Loretto Road, turn onto Pine Acres, then turn right onto Schoenwald Lane. Continue to 3863 Schoenwald Lane.
Public Remarks: Tucked away beneath a canopy of mature trees, this all-brick Mandarin residence offers a rare sense of space and privacy on 1.22 acres (per survey). Inside, 2,080 square feet of thoughtfully arranged living space includes three bedrooms, two baths, a refreshed kitchen, hardwood floors throughout the main areas, and a spacious formal dining room ready for everyday meals or entertaining. The carpeted family room features built-in bookshelves and creates a comfortable gathering space. The large primary suite is complemented by two walk-in closets. Outside, a screened porch extends the living space, while a shed and covered carport provide useful storage and parking flexibility for a boat or RV. With its mature tree setting, secluded location and move-in-ready appeal, this home offers a distinctive opportunity in the Schoenwald area of Mandarin.
List Price/SqFt: 269.23

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Oven; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Open Floorplan; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: In Unit Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Electric Electric: 200+ Amp Service Water Source: Well Sewer: Septic Tank Construction Materials: Brick Other Structures: Shed(s) Exterior Features: Fire Pit Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Porch; Rear Porch; Screened Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Additional Parking; Attached; Carport; Covered; Detached; Detached Carport; Garage; Garage Door Opener; RV Access/Parking Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Dead End Street; Many Trees; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wetlands; Wooded View: Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential; Single Family Community Features: Street Lights Road Frontage Type: Private Road Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow; Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Appraisal; Financing; Inspection