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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550 DRYSDALE Drive, Orange Park, FL 32065 (MLS# 2160300)

550 DRYSDALE Drive, Orange Park, FL 32065

$1,875

Property Type: Residential Lease Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,264 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 5,227 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,875 List Date: 8/15/2026 Last Modified: 9/21/2026

Overview

Description

Great Location & Fantastic Amenities! Welcome home to this well-maintained rental located in the desirable Forest Hammock community! This inviting home features a spacious split-bedroom floor plan with updated lighting and plumbing fixtures, wood-look laminate and tile flooring, and a comfortable layout perfect for everyday living. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry and counter space, a convenient breakfast bar, and all appliances are included, including the washer and dryer. The spacious primary suite features a private bath with a walk-in shower and large walk-in closet. Step outside to the screened lanai, perfect for relaxing and enjoying Florida living. The private, fully fenced backyard backs to a peaceful preserve and also features an open patio for additional outdoor living space. Enjoy Forest Hammock's community amenities, including a swimming pool, playground, tennis courts, volleyball court, and multi-purpose field.

Supplements: Conveniently located with easy access to NAS Jacksonville, major highways, shopping, dining, entertainment, and Epic Theatres. Great location, preserve views, fenced backyard, all appliances included, and fantastic community amenities! Schedule your showing today--this rental won't last long!

Listing Details MLS# 2160300

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1264
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2013
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Association YN: Yes
Accessibility Features YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories Total: Yes
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: I-295 to Blanding to Argyle - go 7 miles (Argyle turns into Oakleaf Plantation Pkwy.) Turn right on Drysdale Dr. Home on the right.
Public Remarks: Great Location & Fantastic Amenities! Welcome home to this well-maintained rental located in the desirable Forest Hammock community! This inviting home features a spacious split-bedroom floor plan with updated lighting and plumbing fixtures, wood-look laminate and tile flooring, and a comfortable layout perfect for everyday living. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinetry and counter space, a convenient breakfast bar, and all appliances are included, including the washer and dryer. The spacious primary suite features a private bath with a walk-in shower and large walk-in closet. Step outside to the screened lanai, perfect for relaxing and enjoying Florida living. The private, fully fenced backyard backs to a peaceful preserve and also features an open patio for additional outdoor living space. Enjoy Forest Hammock's community amenities, including a swimming pool, playground, tennis courts, volleyball court, and multi-purpose field.
List Price/SqFt: 1.48
Sold Price/SqFt: 1.48

Property Features

Additional Lease Terms: 12 Months Owner Pays: Association Fees; Taxes Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: In Unit Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Patio Association Amenities: Community Pool; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Water Source: Public Parking Features: Garage Sewer: Public Sewer View: Protected Preserve Fencing: Back Yard Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Road Surface Type: Asphalt Road Frontage Type: City Street Rent Includes: None Tenant Pays: All Utilities Pets Allowed: No

Contract Information

Rental Service: RentSpree
Rental Application URL: https://apply.link/fS959jw
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Listing Contract Date: 2026-08-14
Lease Term: 12 Months
Availability Date: 2026-08-15

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 550
Street Name: DRYSDALE
Street Suffix: Drive
State: FL
County: Clay
Postal Code: 32065
MLS Area Major: 139-Oakleaf/Orange Park/NW Clay County
Subdivision Name: Forest Hammock

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-09-21T02:47:13Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-09-11T20:36:38Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-09-18
Close Date: 2026-09-20
Close Price: 1875

Deposits and Fees

Application Fee: 50
Security Deposit: 2000

More Information

Listing Office: FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC

Last Updated: September - 21 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.