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.

549 CLERMONT Avenue S, Orange Park, FL 32073 (MLS# 2166171)

549 CLERMONT Avenue S, Orange Park, FL 32073

$239,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,352 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 10,890 Status: Active

Current Price: $239,000 List Date: 9/23/2026 Last Modified: 9/23/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome home to this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom block residence, offering timeless charm and comfortable living in a peaceful Jacksonville neighborhood. Major improvements include a roof and AC system approximately 5 years old, providing valuable peace of mind for the next owner. Situated on a spacious corner lot, this home offers a large backyard with mature trees that provide wonderful shade and a screened porch that's perfect for relaxing, enjoying your morning coffee, or entertaining family and friends. Located in a quiet neighborhood with wonderful neighbors, this home offers a welcoming setting with room to enjoy both indoor and outdoor living. Come see all that this charming Jacksonville property has to offer! Enjoy the friendly, established neighborhood atmosphere and the convenience of Orange Park living, with easy access to the greater Jacksonville area.

Listing Details MLS# 2166171

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1352
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 1970
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Association YN: No
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: No
Carport YN: Yes
Carport Spaces: Yes
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-295 S on Blanding, L Kingsley, L Bellair, L Gano, L Sigsbee which turns into Clermont Ave to sign
Public Remarks: Welcome home to this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom block residence, offering timeless charm and comfortable living in a peaceful Jacksonville neighborhood. Major improvements include a roof and AC system approximately 5 years old, providing valuable peace of mind for the next owner. Situated on a spacious corner lot, this home offers a large backyard with mature trees that provide wonderful shade and a screened porch that's perfect for relaxing, enjoying your morning coffee, or entertaining family and friends. Located in a quiet neighborhood with wonderful neighbors, this home offers a welcoming setting with room to enjoy both indoor and outdoor living. Come see all that this charming Jacksonville property has to offer! Enjoy the friendly, established neighborhood atmosphere and the convenience of Orange Park living, with easy access to the greater Jacksonville area.
List Price/SqFt: 176.78

Property Features

Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Microwave; Refrigerator Utilities: Cable Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Parking Features: Carport Lot Features: Corner Lot Current Use: Residential; Single Family Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2026-09-21

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 549
Street Name: CLERMONT
Street Suffix: Avenue
Street Direction Suffix: S
County: Clay
State: FL
Postal Code: 32073
MLS Area Major: 132-Bellair/Grove Park
Subdivision Name: Bellair

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-09-23T17:24:53Z
Major Change Type: New Listing

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: Yes

More Information

Listing Office: FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC

Last Updated: September - 23 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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