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.

958 SWEETWOOD Court, Orange Park, FL 32065 (MLS# 2097163)

958 SWEETWOOD Court, Orange Park, FL 32065

$342,500

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,977 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 12,197 Status: Closed

Current Price: $342,500 List Date: 7/10/2025 Last Modified: 2/18/2026

Overview

Description

Back On The Market!!! Welcome to this beautifully maintained brick home located in the established and sought after neighborhood of Ridgecrest. Step inside to a welcoming foyer with vaulted ceilings, fresh interior paint, and brand new carpet. The vaulted ceilings enhance the open and spacious feel of the home. Just off the entry, you'll find a formal dining room and a versatile flex space perfect for a home office or additional living area. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space, a breakfast bar, eat in kitchen area and flows seamlessly into the partially open living room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The spacious master suite is tucked away for privacy and includes a walk-in closet and a recently updated shower (2022) in the master bathroom, along with a large garden tub. The split floor plan provides separation between the master and additional bedrooms. Enjoy your morning coffee in the bright Florida room, overlooking the expansive backyard.

Supplements: The backyard features a 12' x 14' powered shed perfect for projects or extra storage. The property also includes a well for front and back yard irrigation, helping to keep the lawn lush and green. Additional updates include a new AC unit in 2021. Electric panel replaced in 2016. Don't miss the opportunity to make this lovely home your own!

Listing Details MLS# 2097163

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1977
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1994
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: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I295 exit south onto Blanding Blvd. Turn right onto Ridgecrest Ave. Turn right onto Sandlewood Dr. Turn left on Sweetwood Ct and the home will be on the right.
Public Remarks: Back On The Market!!! Welcome to this beautifully maintained brick home located in the established and sought after neighborhood of Ridgecrest. Step inside to a welcoming foyer with vaulted ceilings, fresh interior paint, and brand new carpet. The vaulted ceilings enhance the open and spacious feel of the home. Just off the entry, you'll find a formal dining room and a versatile flex space perfect for a home office or additional living area. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space, a breakfast bar, eat in kitchen area and flows seamlessly into the partially open living room featuring a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The spacious master suite is tucked away for privacy and includes a walk-in closet and a recently updated shower (2022) in the master bathroom, along with a large garden tub. The split floor plan provides separation between the master and additional bedrooms. Enjoy your morning coffee in the bright Florida room, overlooking the expansive backyard.
List Price/SqFt: 174.51
Sold Price/SqFt: 173.24

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Oven; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile Laundry Features: In Unit Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Brick Other Structures: Shed(s) Patio And Porch Features: Glass Enclosed; Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Current Use: Residential Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan