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.

5764 HECKSCHER Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226 (MLS# 2161439)

5764 HECKSCHER Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226

$775,000

Property Type: Land Lot Size (sq. ft.): 16,553 Status: Active

Current Price: $775,000 List Date: 8/23/2026 Last Modified: 11/02/2026

Overview

Description

THE HOME HAS BEEN REMOVED - THIS PROPERTY IS NOW VACANT RIVERFRONT LAND. Photos show the former home and illustrate the property's location and waterfront setting. Build your riverfront retreat on the St. Johns River! Located along desirable Heckscher Drive, this waterfront property offers a fresh start to design a home that captures the incredible river views. Enjoy navigable water with ocean access just minutes away, ideal for boating, fishing, kayaking, and embracing the Northeast Florida waterfront lifestyle. Nearby public boat ramps, waterfront restaurants, state parks, nature preserves, and beaches offer endless opportunities to explore. Amelia Island and Jacksonville International Airport are both approximately 20 minutes away, combining waterfront living with everyday convenience. Bring your builder, your plans, and your vision to create something special!

Listing Details MLS# 2161439

General Property Information

Number Of Lots: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.38
CDD Fee YN: No
Association YN: No
Water Body Access YN: Yes
Waterfront YN: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From 295, take Heckscher Drive towards Blount Island. In roughly 1.5 miles from 295, the home will be on your right.
Public Remarks: THE HOME HAS BEEN REMOVED - THIS PROPERTY IS NOW VACANT RIVERFRONT LAND. Photos show the former home and illustrate the property's location and waterfront setting. Build your riverfront retreat on the St. Johns River! Located along desirable Heckscher Drive, this waterfront property offers a fresh start to design a home that captures the incredible river views. Enjoy navigable water with ocean access just minutes away, ideal for boating, fishing, kayaking, and embracing the Northeast Florida waterfront lifestyle. Nearby public boat ramps, waterfront restaurants, state parks, nature preserves, and beaches offer endless opportunities to explore. Amelia Island and Jacksonville International Airport are both approximately 20 minutes away, combining waterfront living with everyday convenience. Bring your builder, your plans, and your vision to create something special!
List Price/Acre: 2039473.68

Property Features

Current Use: Residential Lot Features: Other Sewer: Septic Tank Utilities: Electricity Available Water Source: Well Water Body Access Type: Navigable Waterfront Features: River Front Road Surface Type: Asphalt Road Frontage Type: State Road Listing Terms: Cash Possession: Close Of Escrow Development Status: See Remarks

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
Listing Contract Date: 2026-08-22

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 5764
Street Name: HECKSCHER
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Duval
State: FL
Postal Code: 32226
MLS Area Major: 096-Ft George/Blount Island/Cedar Point
Subdivision Name: Heckscher Drive Est

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-08-23T18:26:37Z
Major Change Type: New Listing

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Listing Office: WATSON REALTY CORP

Last Updated: November - 02 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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