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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55 PORT Avenue, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2149529)

55 PORT Avenue, St. Johns, FL 32259

$1,045,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,592 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 13,939 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,045,000 List Date: 6/16/2026 Last Modified: 7/30/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to your dream oasis by Toll Brothers in Julington Lakes by the water! This magnificent two-story HEATED pool home located in a GATED community boasts the perfect blend of luxury and comfort, offering a tranquil lakeside lifestyle that you're sure to love. This property is designed to meet all your needs! As you approach the front entrance, you'll be greeted by a beautifully landscaped yard and an inviting coastal exterior that sets the tone for what's inside-high ceilings, natural light, brand new coastal wood flooring, and the sense of openness that permeates throughout the home. With a spacious master suite on the ground floor, office, 2 bedrooms and a jack & jill bathroom, this home has plenty of space for all. Upstairs you'll find a versatile loft & large bedroom. The open-concept living area is designed to maximize the flow of natural light and features a gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry with a

Supplements: wine cooler. The kitchen seamlessly transitions into the spacious family room, where you can relax by the linear gas fireplace with custom built-ins or gaze out at the sparkling pool and the serene lake beyond. The ground floor master suite is a peaceful retreat with views of the lake, a spacious walk-in closet, and a luxurious en-suite bathroom co ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2149529

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3592
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 2017
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.32
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 578
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
CDD Fee YN: No
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
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From 9B South; head West toward St Johns Pkwy, use Left lane to merge onto St Johns Pkwy; turn Left on Longleaf Pine Pkwy; turn Right at Julington Lakes Dr; turn Left on Port Ave; home on the Left.
Public Remarks: Welcome to your dream oasis by Toll Brothers in Julington Lakes by the water! This magnificent two-story HEATED pool home located in a GATED community boasts the perfect blend of luxury and comfort, offering a tranquil lakeside lifestyle that you're sure to love. This property is designed to meet all your needs! As you approach the front entrance, you'll be greeted by a beautifully landscaped yard and an inviting coastal exterior that sets the tone for what's inside-high ceilings, natural light, brand new coastal wood flooring, and the sense of openness that permeates throughout the home. With a spacious master suite on the ground floor, office, 2 bedrooms and a jack & jill bathroom, this home has plenty of space for all. Upstairs you'll find a versatile loft & large bedroom. The open-concept living area is designed to maximize the flow of natural light and features a gourmet kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry with a
List Price/SqFt: 300.67
Sold Price/SqFt: 290.92

Property Features

Architectural Style: Craftsman Appliances: Convection Oven; Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Cooktop; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater; Water Softener Owned; Wine Cooler Fireplace Features: Electric Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Guest Suite; Jack and Jill Bath; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Utilities: Cable Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Exterior Features: Balcony; Outdoor Kitchen Patio And Porch Features: Covered Pool Features: In Ground; Gas Heat; Heated; Salt Water Roof: Metal; Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener View: Pond Waterfront Features: Pond Fencing: Back Yard Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Gated; Security; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Gated Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan