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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53 KELLET Way, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2142312)

53 KELLET Way, St. Johns, FL 32259

$540,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,811 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 5,663 Status: Closed

Current Price: $540,000 List Date: 4/28/2026 Last Modified: 6/29/2026

Overview

Description

Set within the gated 55+ community of WaterSong at RiverTown, 53 Kellet Way is a magazine-worthy Lane Model that blends coastal craftsmanship with effortless indoor-outdoor living. Built in 2021 and offering 1,811 sq ft with 2 bedrooms plus an office/den and 2 baths, the home showcases warm luxury vinyl plank flooring, custom shiplap accents, designer lighting, and a thoughtfully designed open layout that captures breathtaking wide pond views from the main living spaces and lanai. The kitchen was designed with entertaining in mind, centered around a long dining island topped with gray-veined white quartz, illuminated by seeded glass globe pendants. White cabinetry, antiqued textured subway tile backsplash, stainless appliances including a gas cooktop and double wall ovens, and a farmhouse sink create a space that is both beautiful and functional. Just off the kitchen, a wet bar with beverage refrigerator and sink makes hosting effortless while the dining area and stacking sliding glass

Supplements: doors extend the living space seamlessly to the screened lanai. The primary suite is a serene retreat, featuring a tray ceiling, clerestory windows that fill the room with natural light, and a barn-door entry to the spa-inspired bath. Inside, you'll find a zero-entry spa shower, quartz counters, rustic framed mirrors, a shiplap vanity accent wall, ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2142312

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1811
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2021
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.13
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 211
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee 2: 53
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2316.15
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: Yes
Directions: Longleaf Pine Pkwy to Keystone Corners Dr to Mistflower Dr to Juniper Hills Dr to Kellet Way
Public Remarks: Set within the gated 55+ community of WaterSong at RiverTown, 53 Kellet Way is a magazine-worthy Lane Model that blends coastal craftsmanship with effortless indoor-outdoor living. Built in 2021 and offering 1,811 sq ft with 2 bedrooms plus an office/den and 2 baths, the home showcases warm luxury vinyl plank flooring, custom shiplap accents, designer lighting, and a thoughtfully designed open layout that captures breathtaking wide pond views from the main living spaces and lanai. The kitchen was designed with entertaining in mind, centered around a long dining island topped with gray-veined white quartz, illuminated by seeded glass globe pendants. White cabinetry, antiqued textured subway tile backsplash, stainless appliances including a gas cooktop and double wall ovens, and a farmhouse sink create a space that is both beautiful and functional. Just off the kitchen, a wet bar with beverage refrigerator and sink makes hosting effortless while the dining area and stacking sliding glass
List Price/SqFt: 297.63
Sold Price/SqFt: 298.18

Property Features

Rental Restrictions: Other Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Gas Cooktop; Microwave; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Vinyl Laundry Features: In Unit Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump Electric: Underground Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Security Gate; Smoke Detector(s) Exterior Features: Outdoor Kitchen Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Screened Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener; Other Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Pond Waterfront Features: Pond Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Gated; Jogging Path; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Security; Spa/Hot Tub; Tennis Court(s); Other Association Fee Includes: Security Community Features: Curbs; Gated; Sidewalks; Street Lights Road Frontage Type: Private Road Road Surface Type: Paved Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Inspection