Are Jacksonville home prices expected to drop further?

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How many days does it actually take to buy a house in Jacksonville right now?

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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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5303 ORTEGA Boulevard 103, Jacksonville, FL 32210 (MLS# 2155406)

5303 ORTEGA Boulevard 103, Jacksonville, FL 32210

$335,000

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Bedroom 1/ Flex - Makes an excellent Library or Office

Bedroom 1/ Flex - Features access to back patio

Community Entrance - Southpointe of Ortega

Bedroom 2 - Features wall of closets & cozy window

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,675 Status: Active

Current Price: $335,000 List Date: 7/15/2026 Last Modified: 10/29/2026

Overview

Description

Coveted townhome unit nestled in the Southpointe of Ortega Condominium community features a distinctive Georgian exterior, open Living/Dining space with working fireplace, large windows and hardwood parquet floors throughout the first floor. Galley Kitchen includes a new range and dishwasher. Unit features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The downstairs bedroom also functions well as a library with ample closet space and access to an outdoor patio with storage, which could be enclosed with HOA approval. Upstairs features 2 additional bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bath, both offer substantial closets and cozy windows, perfect for reading or a small desk. Access to ample attic space for more storage is off the hall. Your Laundry and utility closet are located on the first floor. A designated parking space is located in front of the unit, along with a 1 car garage. Unit features a new HVAC, updated electrical and fresh paint. Roof was replaced in 2023.

Listing Details MLS# 2155406

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1675
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1985
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 423.5
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee 2: 423
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Semi-Annually
Association Name: The Southpointe Association Inc.
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: Yes
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Stories Total: 2
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: South
Directions: From US 17 N or S (Roosevelt Blvd) turn onto Yacht Club Rd. Take Yacht Club Rd to Ortega Blvd, turn left and the complex will be on the left approximately 3 blocks down at the corner of Ortega Blvd and Venetia Blvd. Take the 1st entrance into the property and unit is in the 1st building. Parking available in space #103 or open unmarked visitor space.
Public Remarks: Coveted townhome unit nestled in the Southpointe of Ortega Condominium community features a distinctive Georgian exterior, open Living/Dining space with working fireplace, large windows and hardwood parquet floors throughout the first floor. Galley Kitchen includes a new range and dishwasher. Unit features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The downstairs bedroom also functions well as a library with ample closet space and access to an outdoor patio with storage, which could be enclosed with HOA approval. Upstairs features 2 additional bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bath, both offer substantial closets and cozy windows, perfect for reading or a small desk. Access to ample attic space for more storage is off the hall. Your Laundry and utility closet are located on the first floor. A designated parking space is located in front of the unit, along with a 1 car garage. Unit features a new HVAC, updated electrical and fresh paint. Roof was replaced in 2023.
List Price/SqFt: 200

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Two Rental Restrictions: No Rentals Allowed Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Jack and Jill Bath; Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower; Primary Downstairs; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; In Unit; Lower Level; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Not Available; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Electric; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Firewall(s); Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Brick Veneer; Wood Siding Patio And Porch Features: Awning(s); Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Additional Parking; Assigned; Detached; Garage; Garage Door Opener; Guest; Parking Lot Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Fencing: Brick; Privacy; Vinyl Current Use: Multi-Family; Residential Association Amenities: Trash; Water Association Fee Includes: Insurance; Maintenance Grounds; Pest Control; Trash; Water Community Features: Curbs; Sidewalks; Street Lights Road Frontage Type: City Street; Private Road Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan