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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617 ACORN Court, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2136837)

617 ACORN Court, St. Johns, FL 32259

$522,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,607 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 12,197 Status: Closed

Current Price: $522,000 List Date: 3/26/2026 Last Modified: 5/06/2026

Overview

Description

Tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac, this two-story home offers exceptional privacy on a preserve lot with no neighbors behind or to the right--just wooded views and the sounds of nature. Major updates have already been taken care of with a roof and floors just 2 years old, along with a 3-year-old HVAC system and water heater. Inside, the spacious layout features 4 bedrooms plus a bonus loft, formal living and dining rooms, and soaring vaulted ceilings that create an open, airy feel. Fourth bedroom is non-conforming. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar, flowing into the main living areas. The primary suite offers a cozy fireplace, garden tub, dual sinks, and a large walk-in closet with built-in shelving. A screened lanai overlooks the fully fenced backyard and tranquil preserve. Complete with a three-car garage and access to Julington Creek Plantation amenities, this home blends privacy, space, and comfort.

Listing Details MLS# 2136837

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2607
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1999
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
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: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: Heading South on San Jose Blvd. (St Rd 13) turn left at Davis Pond, right at Durbin Creek,left into Silver Creek on Afton, left on Buckboard, right on Acorn Court, and this home is on the left.
Public Remarks: Tucked at the end of a cul-de-sac, this two-story home offers exceptional privacy on a preserve lot with no neighbors behind or to the right--just wooded views and the sounds of nature. Major updates have already been taken care of with a roof and floors just 2 years old, along with a 3-year-old HVAC system and water heater. Inside, the spacious layout features 4 bedrooms plus a bonus loft, formal living and dining rooms, and soaring vaulted ceilings that create an open, airy feel. Fourth bedroom is non-conforming. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar, flowing into the main living areas. The primary suite offers a cozy fireplace, garden tub, dual sinks, and a large walk-in closet with built-in shelving. A screened lanai overlooks the fully fenced backyard and tranquil preserve. Complete with a three-car garage and access to Julington Creek Plantation amenities, this home blends privacy, space, and comfort.
List Price/SqFt: 205.22
Sold Price/SqFt: 200.23

Property Features

Levels: Two Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Oven; Electric Range; Freezer; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); In-Law Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; In Unit; Lower Level; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Screened Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Additional Parking; Garage; Garage Door Opener; Off Street Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Dead End Street; Wooded View: Trees/Woods Fencing: Back Yard; Wood; Wrought Iron Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Barbecue; Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Golf Course; Jogging Path; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan