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.

928 W DOTY BRANCH Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2121383)

928 W DOTY BRANCH Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259

$470,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,522 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,534 Status: Closed

Current Price: $470,000 List Date: 12/12/2025 Last Modified: 6/23/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence, offering 2,522 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Recently renovated throughout, the home features a new roof and a new 50-gallon water heater, providing comfort and long-term peace of mind. Upon entry, you are greeted by an inviting open-concept floor plan filled with natural light and modern finishes. The spacious kitchen seamlessly connects to the dining and living areas, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. The second floor includes a generous flex room, perfectly suited for a home office, bonus room, or potential 4th bedroom, offering valuable versatility.

Supplements: The primary suite serves as a private retreat with a beautifully updated en-suite bath. Additional bedrooms are well-sized and offer ample closet space. Outside, the home is situated on a quiet street within one of St. Johns County's most sought-after school districts. Combining modern updates, functional living spaces, and an exceptional location ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2121383

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2522
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2002
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.15
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 560
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1384.31
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: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: East
Directions: Head west on Racetrack Rd., left onto Butterfly Branch Dr., right on Sparrow Branch Cir., left on Austin Place, and right on W Doty Branch Lane. Home is on the right.
Public Remarks: Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence, offering 2,522 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Recently renovated throughout, the home features a new roof and a new 50-gallon water heater, providing comfort and long-term peace of mind. Upon entry, you are greeted by an inviting open-concept floor plan filled with natural light and modern finishes. The spacious kitchen seamlessly connects to the dining and living areas, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. The second floor includes a generous flex room, perfectly suited for a home office, bonus room, or potential 4th bedroom, offering valuable versatility.
List Price/SqFt: 186.32
Sold Price/SqFt: 186.36

Property Features

Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Oven Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Open Floorplan; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Utilities: Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Parking Features: Garage Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Maintenance Grounds; Playground Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Inspection

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2025-12-12

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 928
Street Direction Prefix: W
Street Name: DOTY BRANCH
Street Suffix: Lane
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Julington Creek Plan

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-06-23T17:58:05Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-04-20T21:30:47Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-05-04
Close Date: 2026-06-12
Close Price: 470000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Documents

Sellers Property Disclosure ›

Listing Documents ›

Listing Office: JPAR CITY AND BEACH

Last Updated: June - 23 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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