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.

872 BROWN BEAR Run, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2143439)

872 BROWN BEAR Run, St. Johns, FL 32259

$517,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,268 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 9,148 Status: Closed

Current Price: $517,000 List Date: 5/06/2026 Last Modified: 7/29/2026

Overview

Description

Waterview & No CDD! Well-maintained 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3-car garage with epoxy flooring. This popular Tivoli floor plan offers an open-concept layout with wood-look tile throughout, creating a seamless space ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring a large center island, wraparound breakfast bar, abundant cabinetry, and a built-in workspace. Designer upgrades include a glass tile backsplash and upper and lower cabinet lighting, adding a modern, elevated touch. A separate formal dining room provides flexibility for hosting, while the split-bedroom floor plan includes a private junior suite with its own full bath--perfect for guests, in-laws, or a teenager seeking added privacy. Step outside to your covered lanai with an extended paver patio and screened enclosure, ideal for relaxing or entertaining year-round while enjoying the water view setting.

Supplements: Additional outdoor features include a paver walkway along the side of the home, a dedicated paver grilling area and a fenced yard with full irrigation. Enjoy access to community amenities, including a pool and playground, which enhance the lifestyle appeal. Located close to shopping, dining, and top-rated schools, this move-in-ready water-view home ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2143439

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2268
Living Area Source: Builder
Year Built: 2022
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.21
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 590.52
Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
CDD Fee YN: No
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: Yes
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: South on Longleaf Parkway. Right on Brown Bear Run. Drive approximately 1/2 mile to home on right.
Public Remarks: Waterview & No CDD! Well-maintained 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3-car garage with epoxy flooring. This popular Tivoli floor plan offers an open-concept layout with wood-look tile throughout, creating a seamless space ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The gourmet kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring a large center island, wraparound breakfast bar, abundant cabinetry, and a built-in workspace. Designer upgrades include a glass tile backsplash and upper and lower cabinet lighting, adding a modern, elevated touch. A separate formal dining room provides flexibility for hosting, while the split-bedroom floor plan includes a private junior suite with its own full bath--perfect for guests, in-laws, or a teenager seeking added privacy. Step outside to your covered lanai with an extended paver patio and screened enclosure, ideal for relaxing or entertaining year-round while enjoying the water view setting.
List Price/SqFt: 233.69
Sold Price/SqFt: 227.95

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Oven; Electric Range; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Tankless Water Heater; Washer; Water Softener Owned Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Smart Home; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Tile Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Smart Home Features: Security Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Screened Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Pond Waterfront Features: Pond Fencing: Full; Wrought Iron Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Community Pool; Management - Off Site; Playground Community Features: Sidewalks Possession: Close Of Escrow; Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Financing; Inspection Room Types: Family Room; Kitchen; Primary Bedroom