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.

5628 ASHLEIGH PARK Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32244 (MLS# 2168678)

5628 ASHLEIGH PARK Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32244

$279,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,971 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 9,583 Status: Active

Current Price: $279,000 List Date: 10/09/2026 Last Modified: 10/23/2026

Overview

Description

$12,500 FTHB grant available with PL! Discover comfort and convenience in this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on a corner lot! Beautiful front landscaping adds welcoming curb appeal, while a newer 2020 roof offers added peace of mind. Step inside to a bright, open-concept living and dining area featuring vaulted ceilings, wood-look flooring throughout much of the living space, and abundant natural light from large windows. A versatile bonus room near the foyer is ideal for a home office or study. The kitchen connects effortlessly to the main living area through a spacious breakfast bar, perfect for casual meals and gatherings. Retreat to the generous owner's suite, complete with an elegant tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and ensuite bath featuring a soaking tub and separate shower. Step outside to an inviting open-air patio overlooking the large fenced backyard, offering plenty of potential for entertaining, gardening, or play, plus a convenient storage shed for outdoor essentials.

Supplements: This property offers a welcoming residential setting with convenient access to major roadways, shopping, dining, parks, and everything Jacksonville has to offer.

Listing Details MLS# 2168678

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1971
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 2002
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 250
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Westland Station HOA
CDD Fee YN: No
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: No
Stories: Yes
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-295, take the Blanding Boulevard (SR 21) exit and head north. Turn right onto Townsend Road, then left onto Skaff Avenue. Turn right onto Ortega Park Boulevard and continue into the Westland Station community. Turn left onto Lafayette Park Drive, then right onto Ashleigh Park Drive. Home is the first one on the right (corner lot).
Public Remarks: $12,500 FTHB grant available with PL! Discover comfort and convenience in this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on a corner lot! Beautiful front landscaping adds welcoming curb appeal, while a newer 2020 roof offers added peace of mind. Step inside to a bright, open-concept living and dining area featuring vaulted ceilings, wood-look flooring throughout much of the living space, and abundant natural light from large windows. A versatile bonus room near the foyer is ideal for a home office or study. The kitchen connects effortlessly to the main living area through a spacious breakfast bar, perfect for casual meals and gatherings. Retreat to the generous owner's suite, complete with an elegant tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and ensuite bath featuring a soaking tub and separate shower. Step outside to an inviting open-air patio overlooking the large fenced backyard, offering plenty of potential for entertaining, gardening, or play, plus a convenient storage shed for outdoor essentials.
List Price/SqFt: 141.55

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Water Heater; Microwave Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Open Floorplan; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s); Other Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Tile Laundry Features: In Unit Utilities: Electricity Available; Sewer Available; Water Available Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Stucco Other Structures: Shed(s) Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener; Other Lot Features: Corner Lot View: Other Fencing: Back Yard; Fenced; Wood Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Park; Playground; Other Community Features: Curbs; Sidewalks; Street Lights Road Surface Type: Asphalt; Paved Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan