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.

604 GOPHER Court, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2151910)

604 GOPHER Court, St. Johns, FL 32259

$815,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 3,617 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 16,988 Status: Closed

Current Price: $815,000 List Date: 6/23/2026 Last Modified: 7/30/2026

Overview

Description

Executive pool home situated on a premium .39-acre cul-de-sac lot in the stunning & well established Julington Creek Plantation neighborhood! This beautiful 5-bed, 4.5-bath home is thoughtfully designed with a 3-car garage, formal living and dining rooms, and an upstairs bonus/bedroom with full private bath. The fully updated (2021) gourmet kitchen is a showstopper, featuring quartz countertops, upgraded double-stacked cabinetry, tile backsplash and two pantries for ultimate storage. The living room is bright and inviting with custom built-ins, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a fireplace-perfect for cozy evenings with family. Double doors welcome you into the spacious primary suite, complete with bay windows, tray ceiling, fireplace, and direct access to the screened lanai. Enjoy his-and-hers closets and luxurious en suite featuring an elegant double tray ceiling, frameless tiled shower, and separate garden tub. Vaulted ceilings, elegant lighting, and an abundance of large

Supplements: windows fill the home with natural light, while ample storage space adds everyday convenience. A private office with double doors, wainscoting in the formal living room, crown molding in the formal dining room, and charming barn doors leading to the 5th bedroom/bonus room round out the impressive interior. Step outside to your own slice of Florida ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2151910

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 5
Living Area: 3617
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2000
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.39
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 580
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1426.73
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: No
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-295 S, Use the right lane to take exit 5. Merge onto FL-13 S/San Jose Blvd, Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto Race Track Rd.. Turn right onto Durbin Creek Blvd. At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on Durbin Creek Blvd. Turn right onto Flora Branch Blvd, Turn right onto Sunnyside Dr. Turn left onto S Checkerberry Way, Turn left onto Gopher Ct. Home is on the Left.
Public Remarks: Executive pool home situated on a premium .39-acre cul-de-sac lot in the stunning & well established Julington Creek Plantation neighborhood! This beautiful 5-bed, 4.5-bath home is thoughtfully designed with a 3-car garage, formal living and dining rooms, and an upstairs bonus/bedroom with full private bath. The fully updated (2021) gourmet kitchen is a showstopper, featuring quartz countertops, upgraded double-stacked cabinetry, tile backsplash and two pantries for ultimate storage. The living room is bright and inviting with custom built-ins, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a fireplace-perfect for cozy evenings with family. Double doors welcome you into the spacious primary suite, complete with bay windows, tray ceiling, fireplace, and direct access to the screened lanai. Enjoy his-and-hers closets and luxurious en suite featuring an elegant double tray ceiling, frameless tiled shower, and separate garden tub. Vaulted ceilings, elegant lighting, and an abundance of large
List Price/SqFt: 228.09
Sold Price/SqFt: 225.32

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Range; Tankless Water Heater; Washer; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Electric; Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; His and Hers Closets; Jack and Jill Bath; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Vinyl Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Lower Level; Sink; Washer Hookup Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Propane Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Rear Porch; Screened Pool Features: In Ground; Electric Heat; Heated; Screen Enclosure Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Irregular Lot Fencing: Back Yard; Fenced; Full; Vinyl Current Use: Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Sidewalks Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan