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?

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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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8409 ALDERMAN Road, Jacksonville, FL 32211 (MLS# 2165940)

8409 ALDERMAN Road, Jacksonville, FL 32211

$345,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 1,980 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 12,197 Status: Active

Current Price: $345,000 List Date: 9/23/2026 Last Modified: 10/24/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to this spacious 3 -bedroom, 2.5 bath home situated on and oversized lot along a quiet dead-end street offering approximately 1,920 sq ft of confortable living space and plenty of privacy. The two-story layout features a spacious kitchen, open common areas, a convenient half bath, and a welcoming family room with a wood burning fireplace. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite with an updated private bath. All bathrooms have been updated. Step outside and discover one of the property's greatest features: a large in-ground swimming pool surrounded by fenced backyard adding privacy, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying Florida's outdoor lifestyle. MOTIVATED SELLER!! Seller Offering $5k in concessions to the buyers with acceptable offer to go towards updates if wanted or towards closing costs.

Supplements: The oversized lot provides plenty of room for gatherings, a gazebo, outdoor seating, or future improvements. A 2-car garage and spacious side-access driveway provide convenience and flexibility, including potential RV/boat parking. Don't Wait!

Listing Details MLS# 2165940

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 1980
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1975
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.28
Association YN: No
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: Yes
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Merrill Rd take Townsend Blvd South, go across Lone Star towards Arlington Expressway, make a left on Alderman Rd, house will be on the left.
Public Remarks: Welcome to this spacious 3 -bedroom, 2.5 bath home situated on and oversized lot along a quiet dead-end street offering approximately 1,920 sq ft of confortable living space and plenty of privacy. The two-story layout features a spacious kitchen, open common areas, a convenient half bath, and a welcoming family room with a wood burning fireplace. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a spacious primary suite with an updated private bath. All bathrooms have been updated. Step outside and discover one of the property's greatest features: a large in-ground swimming pool surrounded by fenced backyard adding privacy, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying Florida's outdoor lifestyle. MOTIVATED SELLER!! Seller Offering $5k in concessions to the buyers with acceptable offer to go towards updates if wanted or towards closing costs.
List Price/SqFt: 174.24

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Oven; Electric Range; Refrigerator Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Lower Level Utilities: Electricity Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump Water Source: Private; Well Pool Features: In Ground Parking Features: Garage Fencing: Back Yard; Privacy; Vinyl Current Use: Residential; Single Family Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2026-09-21

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 8409
Street Name: ALDERMAN
Street Suffix: Road
County: Duval
State: FL
Postal Code: 32211
MLS Area Major: 041-Arlington
Subdivision Name: Alderman Park

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-10-24T17:24:15Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-10-24T17:24:15Z

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: Yes

Documents

LEAD BASED PAINT DISCLOSURE ›

Flood Disclosure ›

SELLER'S PROPERTY DISCLOSURE ›

OFFER INSTRUCTIONS ›

Listing Office: MIDDLETON REALTY, INC.

Last Updated: October - 24 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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