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.

926 ORANGE BRANCH Trail, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2141430)

926 ORANGE BRANCH Trail, St. Johns, FL 32259

$688,500

Front of home with permanent lights around home

Front porch with Tongue and Groove ceiling

Custom Pantry with recessed lighting an mini fridge

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,268 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,405 Status: Closed

Current Price: $688,500 List Date: 4/24/2026 Last Modified: 6/25/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome home to this immaculate, freshly painted 3 Br, 2 full-bath POOL home that truly has IT ALL. A covered front patio w/ tongue & groove ceiling, gutters & permanent exterior lighting overlooking the serene community pond. Step inside to neutral LVP flooring throughout main living areas, spacious office w/ tranquil pond views, 2 Lg Guest Br w/ walk-in closets separated by a full bath featuring dual sinks. The open-concept living area flows effortlessly between a stunning family room complete w/ CUSTOM BUILT IN shelving, shiplap accents, recessed lighting, & soft-close white cabinetry plus a generous dining space. The chef's kitchen boasting all-white 32'' cabinets, SS appliances, LG knock-knock door refrigerator & massive QUARTZ island. Custom pantry features built-in shelving, recessed lighting & beverage fridge for added convenience. An expansive primary suite offers a big walk-in closet, his & hers quartz vanities & oversized shower. Additional highlights include custom built-in

Supplements: laundry room cabinetry LG W & D and whole home water softener system. Outdoor living is where this home truly shines. Screened-in lanai w/ stunning epoxy flooring & oversized slider floods the space w/ natural light creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A private hallway leads to your SECLUDED fenced-in backyard OASIS featuring a refreshing POOL w ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2141430

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 2268
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2022
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 53
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2867.41
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: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Longleaf Pine Parkway, turn onto RiverTown Main Street and continue through the roundabout. home is on the left side of the street. You can park on the street in front of home and go in through the front door or drive around back to the alley where the garage is.
Public Remarks: Welcome home to this immaculate, freshly painted 3 Br, 2 full-bath POOL home that truly has IT ALL. A covered front patio w/ tongue & groove ceiling, gutters & permanent exterior lighting overlooking the serene community pond. Step inside to neutral LVP flooring throughout main living areas, spacious office w/ tranquil pond views, 2 Lg Guest Br w/ walk-in closets separated by a full bath featuring dual sinks. The open-concept living area flows effortlessly between a stunning family room complete w/ CUSTOM BUILT IN shelving, shiplap accents, recessed lighting, & soft-close white cabinetry plus a generous dining space. The chef's kitchen boasting all-white 32'' cabinets, SS appliances, LG knock-knock door refrigerator & massive QUARTZ island. Custom pantry features built-in shelving, recessed lighting & beverage fridge for added convenience. An expansive primary suite offers a big walk-in closet, his & hers quartz vanities & oversized shower. Additional highlights include custom built-in
List Price/SqFt: 303.57
Sold Price/SqFt: 303.57

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Cooktop; Gas Oven; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater; Water Softener Owned Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; His and Hers Closets; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Smart Thermostat; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Other Utilities: Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Programmable Thermostat; Smoke Detector Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Patio; Porch; Rear Porch; Screened; Side Porch Pool Features: In Ground; Salt Water Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage Door Opener; On Street Fencing: Fenced; Vinyl Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan