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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494 MARQUESA Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2125136)

494 MARQUESA Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259

$780,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 2,710 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 9,148 Status: Closed

Current Price: $780,000 List Date: 1/15/2026 Last Modified: 6/02/2026

Overview

Description

BRING ALL OFFERS - BEST BUY IN BEACHWALK - Monthly fees are total of $533 to belong to the premier lagoon community with Beachwalk Club! This property delivers close proximity to the lagoon - just steps away. While the lagoon is a standout feature, there's also something to be said for the privacy of your own backyard retreat--and this home includes a private pool to enjoy at your leisure. Enhancing the outdoor experience further is a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, perfect for entertaining or relaxing with a refreshing beverage poolside. Privacy is important, and this property provides it with a serene pond-to-preserve view, ensuring a peaceful backdrop without rear neighbors. The bond portion of the CDD has been fully paid off by the owners, representing a savings of over $1,200 annually.

Supplements: The home itself is a thoughtfully designed single-story split floor plan by Taylor Morrison, featuring four bedrooms--including a private guest suite--3.5 bathrooms, a formal office, and a dining area. The secondary bedrooms are notably more spacious than those found in many comparable homes. This is a property that combines comfort, functionality ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2125136

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 2710
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 2022
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.21
Lot Size Dimensions: ~62x140
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 1022.04
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee 2: 1600
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1253.28
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: Yes
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: West
Directions: From 95, exit and head East. Left into Beachwalk, Second exit on Roundabout, Left on Marquesa.
Public Remarks: BRING ALL OFFERS - BEST BUY IN BEACHWALK - Monthly fees are total of $533 to belong to the premier lagoon community with Beachwalk Club! This property delivers close proximity to the lagoon - just steps away. While the lagoon is a standout feature, there's also something to be said for the privacy of your own backyard retreat--and this home includes a private pool to enjoy at your leisure. Enhancing the outdoor experience further is a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, perfect for entertaining or relaxing with a refreshing beverage poolside. Privacy is important, and this property provides it with a serene pond-to-preserve view, ensuring a peaceful backdrop without rear neighbors. The bond portion of the CDD has been fully paid off by the owners, representing a savings of over $1,200 annually.
List Price/SqFt: 330.26
Sold Price/SqFt: 287.82

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch Appliances: Disposal; Double Oven; Electric Oven; Gas Cooktop; Microwave; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Guest Suite; In-Law Floorplan; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile Laundry Features: Sink Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Smart Home Features: Programmable Thermostat; Refrigerator Security Features: Security Gate; Security System Owned Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Porch; Rear Porch; Screened Pool Features: Gas Heat; Screen Enclosure; Waterfall Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener View: Pond; Protected Preserve Waterfront Features: Pond Fencing: Back Yard; Wrought Iron Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Barbecue; Basketball Court; Beach Access; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Gated; Jogging Path; Management - Full Time; Management - On Site; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Gated; Restaurant; Sidewalks; Street Lights; Suburban Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan