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.

70 MEADOW CREEK Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2114675)

70 MEADOW CREEK Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$395,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,640 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 4,356 Status: Closed

Current Price: $395,000 List Date: 10/23/2025 Last Modified: 1/27/2026

Overview

Description

Live the Rivertown lifestyle in this beautiful, better-than-new 3-bedroom plus flex room home, privately nestled on a serene preserve lot. With wood-look flooring throughout and warm wood and shiplap accents, this home blends character and modern style in every room. Step inside to a bright, open layout featuring a cozy fireplace, upgraded lighting, bamboo blinds, and a custom barn door accent that adds charm and style. The flex room offers versatility for an office, play space, or hobby room. The kitchen includes an upgraded double-oven range with gas cooktop, quartz countertops, backsplash, and a reverse osmosis system for purified drinking water. The primary suite features built-in his-and-hers closets and updated fixtures for a clean, modern look. A whole-home water softener adds comfort and efficiency throughout the home. Outdoor living is easy with a fully fenced backyard and paver patio overlooking the peaceful preserve—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.

Supplements: A screened patio with ceiling fan extends your living space year-round. Additional upgrades include added gutters and a French drain, epoxy-coated garage flooring, an HVAC UV lighting feature, and ceiling fans in every room. Rivertown is a master-planned community in St. Johns County situated along the banks of the St. Johns River. Residents enjoy ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2114675

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1640
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2022
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.1
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 55
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2294.41
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
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-95 take Exit 329, head West on CR210 , continue straight onto Greenbriar Rd, Turn Left on Longleaf Pines PKWY, 1 mi turn right on Rivertown Main Street, 0.9mi 1st exit continue on Rivertown Main St , 0.9 mi left on Kendall Crossing Dr, 450 FT right on Meadow Creek Dr, Home is on Right.
Public Remarks: Live the Rivertown lifestyle in this beautiful, better-than-new 3-bedroom plus flex room home, privately nestled on a serene preserve lot. With wood-look flooring throughout and warm wood and shiplap accents, this home blends character and modern style in every room. Step inside to a bright, open layout featuring a cozy fireplace, upgraded lighting, bamboo blinds, and a custom barn door accent that adds charm and style. The flex room offers versatility for an office, play space, or hobby room. The kitchen includes an upgraded double-oven range with gas cooktop, quartz countertops, backsplash, and a reverse osmosis system for purified drinking water. The primary suite features built-in his-and-hers closets and updated fixtures for a clean, modern look. A whole-home water softener adds comfort and efficiency throughout the home. Outdoor living is easy with a fully fenced backyard and paver patio overlooking the peaceful preserve—perfect for relaxing or entertaining.
List Price/SqFt: 243.84
Sold Price/SqFt: 240.85

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch; Traditional Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Cooktop; Tankless Water Heater Flooring: Tile Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Construction Materials: Composition Siding Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch; Screened Parking Features: Garage Lot Features: Wooded View: Protected Preserve Fencing: Back Yard Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Park; Pickleball; Tennis Court(s) Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Financing