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?

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Should I wait for mortgage rates to drop before buying?

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680 GRAMPIAN HIGHLANDS Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 1244668)

680 GRAMPIAN HIGHLANDS Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$518,950

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,363 Status: Closed

Current Price: $518,950 List Date: 9/01/2023 Last Modified: 4/17/2026

Overview

Description

MOTIVATED SELLER! NEW PRICE **Seller concession of $5000 at closing** OPEN FLOOR plan w/ LVP flooring throughout. Deluxe Kitchen with white cabinets, large walk-in pantry, GRANITE counters/ island & stainless appliances. LG refrigerator with custom cocktail ice maker, washer & dryer, Bosch Dishwasher. Owners suite boasts bay window, step trey ceiling, generous double walk in closets, step in shower with double shower heads. 4th Bdr makes a perfect in-law suite/ teen retreat. Covered Screened Lanai with pavers that extend out to the private fenced yard. This oasis features a firepit, covered area for your outdoor grill, beautiful landscaping and lighting. Receive an added $5,000 in closing costs or choose a 0.25% rate discount, with preferred Lender. Restrictions APPLY

Listing Details MLS# 1244668

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2363
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2013
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 50
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Aberdeen
Association Phone: 904-592-4090
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2075.87
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 3
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Directions: From Racetrack to Veterans Pkwy, Right on Longleaf Pine Pkwy, Left into Sutherland Forest on Shetland Dr, then Left on Gaelic Way and Left on Grampian Highland Drive. Home is on the Right hand side.
Public Remarks: MOTIVATED SELLER! NEW PRICE **Seller concession of $5000 at closing** OPEN FLOOR plan w/ LVP flooring throughout. Deluxe Kitchen with white cabinets, large walk-in pantry, GRANITE counters/ island & stainless appliances. LG refrigerator with custom cocktail ice maker, washer & dryer, Bosch Dishwasher. Owners suite boasts bay window, step trey ceiling, generous double walk in closets, step in shower with double shower heads. 4th Bdr makes a perfect in-law suite/ teen retreat. Covered Screened Lanai with pavers that extend out to the private fenced yard. This oasis features a firepit, covered area for your outdoor grill, beautiful landscaping and lighting. Receive an added $5,000 in closing costs or choose a 0.25% rate discount, with preferred Lender. Restrictions APPLY
List Price/SqFt: 226.41
Sold Price/SqFt: 219.61

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Contemporary Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; In-Law Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Laminate; Tile Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Smart Home Features: Locks; Programmable Thermostat; Security Green Energy Efficient: Windows Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Other Structures: Shed(s) Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Patio; Porch; Screened Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Additional Parking Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Protected Preserve Fencing: Back Yard Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Laundry; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Other

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2023-08-25

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 680
Street Name: GRAMPIAN HIGHLANDS
Street Suffix: Drive
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Aberdeen

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2024-01-12T20:31:39Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2023-11-26T18:08:31Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2023-12-08
Close Date: 2024-01-12
Close Price: 518950

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Mandatory Fees: Y, Dining-Kitchen/Family Combo: Y, Football Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Window Treatment(s): Y, Interior aMENITIES-Prewired Audio: Y, Interior Amenities-Bay/Bow Window(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Landscape Lighting: Y, Covenants/Restrictions: Y, Dining-Living/Dining Combo: Y, Club Amenities-Bike Path: Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y, Structure Slab: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Intermediate School: Other, Occupant Type: Special Instructions, Occupied - Lockbox, Advance Notice, Pets, Appointment

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Great Room
Utility Room
Primary Bedroom	First	18.00	16.00
Bedroom 1	First	12.70	10.90
Bedroom 2	First	12.50	10.30
Bedroom 3	First	12.00	10.70	En suite with Pocket door
Dining Room	First	14.00	8.00

Listing Office: BETTER HOMES & GARDENS REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLES REALTY

Last Updated: April - 17 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.