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Homebuyers Find Bargains in Four States’ Housing Markets
It’s notable to see that over 10% of home listings in Colorado, Hawaii, Florida, and Arizona are now priced below their previous purchase price. Here in Florida, this reflects the shifts I’m seeing firsthand—today’s market is shaped by softer demand, increased borrowing costs, and a higher number of available homes. Nationally, 7% of listings are…
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St. Augustine Real Estate and the Trader Joe’s Effect
A Trader Joe’s is proposed for the Legends Landing development along International Golf Parkway, and buyers are already asking what it means for St. Johns County home values. Here’s what the confirmed facts show, what remains a projection, and how to think about amenity-driven real estate decisions.
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Florida Cities Lead Nation in Active HOA Communities
Florida’s unique real estate landscape often brings topics like HOA fees into sharp focus—especially for those considering life along our beautiful coastlines. Recent data shows that seven out of the top ten U.S. metro areas with the highest HOA burdens are right here in Florida. Miami tops the list, with median HOA fees reaching $617…
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Fall Home Maintenance Tips for Northeast Florida Homeowners
October is the ideal window to protect your home’s value before cooler weather sets in. A handful of seasonal tasks — clearing gutters, servicing your HVAC system, and checking for moisture entry points — can prevent small issues from becoming costly repairs. For homeowners in St. Augustine and throughout St. Johns County, fall maintenance also…
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Northeast Florida Homebuyers Benefit from 1.6% Price Dip
In August, the median price for single-family homes across Northeast Florida edged down by 1.6%, settling at $397,420. We also saw a 10.7% drop in closed sales and active inventory reached 6,103 homes, representing a 3.6-month supply. County-level price shifts were varied, with some areas experiencing increases while others saw declines. As someone who advises…
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More inventory, fewer sales as Northeast Florida housing market moves toward balance in August
August brought notable shifts to Northeast Florida’s housing market, with a 1.6% decrease in median home price to $397,420. Sales activity registered at 1,696 closed homes, while median days on market reached 31 and inventory expanded to a 3.6-month supply—indicating a move toward a more balanced environment. The Home Affordability Index rose to 84, signaling…
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Downtown Jacksonville Living Near EverBank Stadium
EverBank Stadium’s renovation is one piece of a much larger downtown Jacksonville reinvestment story, with Pearl Square, the Four Seasons Private Residences, RiversEdge, and a UF graduate campus all advancing at once. Buyers considering downtown Jacksonville living in 2026 are weighing short-term construction activity against long-term lifestyle upside, and the calculus is shifting fast.
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St. Johns County Home Sales Fall 20%, but Median Price Rises
August brought notable shifts to the St. Johns County real estate landscape: single-family home sales decreased by 20% to 401 closed transactions, even as median prices rose 3.9% to $571,499. Inventory was down sharply—32.5% fewer homes on the market—while new listings dropped 15.4%. Interestingly, properties sold 24.5% faster, with a median of just 40 days…
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Higher Mortgage Rates and Home Sellers in Northeast Florida
Higher mortgage rates affect sellers as well as buyers. Even a small rate increase raises a buyer’s monthly payment, so buyers become pickier about price and incentives. To sell successfully, you need to understand what new-construction builders are offering and price your home for what buyers can afford. If you’re planning to sell in St.…
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Jacksonville’s New Graduate Campus Draws Relocating Pros
The University of Florida’s Jacksonville graduate campus opened in fall 2026 at 801 W. Bay Street in LaVilla, enrolling its first cohort in eight programs spanning AI, cybersecurity, law, and health sciences. For professionals evaluating a relocation to Northeast Florida, that institutional footprint changes the career calculus in ways worth understanding before you choose a…
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