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.

501 BRONZE BRANCH Court, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2115316)

501 BRONZE BRANCH Court, St. Johns, FL 32259

$965,000

501 Bronze Branch Ct St. Johns, FL 32259

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,623 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 18,295 Status: Closed

Current Price: $965,000 List Date: 10/28/2025 Last Modified: 1/05/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to this meticulously maintained one-owner residence in sought after St. Johns County's Gated Plantation Estates, where thoughtful design meets luxury on a corner lot. Spanning generous living this home offers an ideal layout w/ primary living areas and owner's suite conveniently centralized on the first floor, perfect for seamless everyday living. Step inside to discover a fresh, move-in-ready interior. The owner's retreat is a serene escape with tiled separate closets, a renovated stunning shower & updated tile flooring. Entertain w/ ease in the open concept family room warmed by a RH Peterson gas log fireplace with remote ignition.The gourmet kitchen impresses w/upgraded Cambria counters, a reverse osmosis system, and a GE Advantium oven stack w/additional storage.Upstairs bedroom, full bath & a spacious bonus room serves as the ultimate flex space, complete w/ a wet bar, granite counters, beverage fridge, custom Johnson Cabinetry & built-in Murphy bed for overnight guests.

Supplements: Dive into the pool built by John Clarkson or enjoy the soothing hot tub & dual motorized patio awnings for shade at the touch of a button. Evenings come alive with professional landscape lighting, trim lighting along the eaves (2023), and a fire feature fueled by the 200-gallon propane tank. Benefit from the professionally landscaped backyard! Prac ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2115316

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3623
Living Area Source: Public Records
Building Area Total: 3623
Year Built: 2005
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.42
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 495
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee 2: 560
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Julington Creek POA & Plantation Estates
Association Phone: 904-461-9708
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1328.94
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: No
Furnished: Negotiable
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From RaceTrack Rd, Turn on Flora Branch Blvd. Left into Estate Way. Right onto N. Lombardy Loop. Right on Bronze Branch Court. 501 is on the corner.
Public Remarks: Welcome to this meticulously maintained one-owner residence in sought after St. Johns County's Gated Plantation Estates, where thoughtful design meets luxury on a corner lot. Spanning generous living this home offers an ideal layout w/ primary living areas and owner's suite conveniently centralized on the first floor, perfect for seamless everyday living. Step inside to discover a fresh, move-in-ready interior. The owner's retreat is a serene escape with tiled separate closets, a renovated stunning shower & updated tile flooring. Entertain w/ ease in the open concept family room warmed by a RH Peterson gas log fireplace with remote ignition.The gourmet kitchen impresses w/upgraded Cambria counters, a reverse osmosis system, and a GE Advantium oven stack w/additional storage.Upstairs bedroom, full bath & a spacious bonus room serves as the ultimate flex space, complete w/ a wet bar, granite counters, beverage fridge, custom Johnson Cabinetry & built-in Murphy bed for overnight guests.
List Price/SqFt: 269.11
Sold Price/SqFt: 266.35

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Two Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Cooktop; Electric Oven; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; His and Hers Closets; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Skylight(s); Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Gated with Guard; Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Awning(s); Covered Pool Features: In Ground Spa Features: Above Ground Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Corner Lot Fencing: Back Yard Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Golf Course; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Gated Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Financing; Inspection