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.

696 HAMPTON DOWNS Court, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2160141)

696 HAMPTON DOWNS Court, St. Johns, FL 32259

$360,000

Step inside and fall in love with this charming home!

Kitchen is equipped with stainless appliances.

Pass through window provides convenience for serving meals.

Wall spacious enough for a large screen TV or entertainment center.

Spacious bedroom with beautiful views of the backyard.

Bedroom is currently staged as an office.

Enjoy the peace and quiet of the private backyard.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,481 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 25,700 Status: Closed

Current Price: $360,000 List Date: 8/14/2026 Last Modified: 9/10/2026

Overview

Description

Located on a preserve lot, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,481 square feet of comfortable living in the heart of desirable St. Johns County. Perfectly situated within walking or biking distance to Cunningham Creek Elementary, this home is ideal for those seeking convenience and community. Residents enjoy neighborhood amenities, including a community pool and expansive sports field, all with a low HOA fee and no CDD fees. Whether you're looking for your first home, downsizing, or investing, this property offers an exceptional opportunity in one of Northeast Florida's most sought-after St. Johns County locations.

Listing Details MLS# 2160141

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1481
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 2002
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.59
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 250
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee 2: 250
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
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
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: Yes
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Roberts Road turn on Tiger Creek Pkwy. Left on N Lake Cunningham Ave. Turn left on Hampton Downs Ct. Property on right.
Public Remarks: Located on a preserve lot, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,481 square feet of comfortable living in the heart of desirable St. Johns County. Perfectly situated within walking or biking distance to Cunningham Creek Elementary, this home is ideal for those seeking convenience and community. Residents enjoy neighborhood amenities, including a community pool and expansive sports field, all with a low HOA fee and no CDD fees. Whether you're looking for your first home, downsizing, or investing, this property offers an exceptional opportunity in one of Northeast Florida's most sought-after St. Johns County locations.
List Price/SqFt: 243.08
Sold Price/SqFt: 243.08

Property Features

Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); Open Floorplan; Pantry; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Patio And Porch Features: Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage Current Use: Residential; Single Family Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2026-08-14

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 696
Street Name: HAMPTON DOWNS
Street Suffix: Court
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Lake Cunningham

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-09-10T20:38:12Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-08-16
Close Date: 2026-09-10
Close Price: 360000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY

Last Updated: September - 10 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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