Honored & grateful to share that I made the Top 20% of my company last year! 2025 was all about helping clients sell their homes, investing in […]
FOR RENT: 3/2 home close to Timuquana Country Club and NAS Jacksonville
3-bedroom, 2-bathroom concrete block home in the desirable Ortega area close to NAS Jacksonville, Timuquana Country Club, and Venetia Elementary. The newly refinished paraquet wood floors flow […]
Housing Since January 1, 2026: What’s Really Changed (and What Hasn’t)
Like I said back in December, 2026 was going to be a year of expecting the unexpected—and January didn’t waste any time proving that point. The year […]
A Quiet Avondale Lunch Spot Worth Finding- Pinegrove Deli & Market
Some of the best lunch spots don’t advertise—they just quietly deliver. Tucked into Avondale and just minutes from Ortega, this local favorite is easy to miss if […]
ORTEGA: YEAR END REAL ESTATE REPORT 2025
LAURA GARCIA’S 2025 YEAR END REAL ESTATE REPORT ORTEGA REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE 2025 was the year of recovery. While it didn’t reach the bull-market highs of the COVID era, it was a sharp contrast to the slow, near-standstill buyer activity of 2024. Interest rates steadily declined through much of the year, with 2026 opening at 6% or below for the first time in years. The easing of rates brought buyers slowly back into the market throughout 2025 and restored much-needed momentum. Home prices didn’t surge across the board, but well-maintained, move-in-ready homes remained highly competitive, often drawing quick, full-price offers. As we enter 2026 with interest rates hovering around 6% and the potential for a Fed shift in May, the outlook is optimistic. The market is shaping up to be one that offers opportunity—for both buyers and sellers alike. Ortega Fast Stats 64 Days. Properties sold slower in 2025 compared to 39 days in 2024. $309 Average Price Per Square Foot. The […]
ORTEGA FOREST: YEAR END REAL ESTATE REPORT 2025
ORTEGA FOREST REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE 2025 2025 was the year of recovery. While it didn’t reach the bull-market highs of the COVID era, it was a sharp contrast to the slow, near-standstill buyer activity of 2024. Interest rates steadily declined through much of the year, with 2026 opening at 6% or below for the first time in years. The easing of rates brought buyers slowly back into the market throughout 2025 and restored much-needed momentum. Home prices didn’t surge across the board, but well-maintained, move-in-ready homes remained highly competitive, often drawing quick, full-price offers. As we enter 2026 with interest rates hovering around 6% and the potential for a Fed shift in May, the outlook is optimistic. The market is shaping up to be one that offers opportunity—for both buyers and sellers alike. ORTEGA FOREST FAST STATS 51 Days. Properties sold slower in 2025 compared to 39 days in 2024. $279 Average Price […]
Venetia’s 2025 Year End Real Estate Report
LAURA GARCIA’S 2025 YEAR END REPORT VENETIA REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATE 2025 was the year of recovery. While it didn’t reach the bull-market highs of the COVID era, it was a sharp contrast to the slow, near-standstill buyer activity of 2024. Interest rates steadily declined through much of the year, with 2026 opening at 6% or below for the first time in years. The easing of rates brought buyers slowly back into the market throughout 2025 and restored much-needed momentum. Home prices didn’t surge across the board, but well-maintained, move-in-ready homes remained highly competitive, often drawing quick, full-price offers. As we enter 2026 with interest rates hovering around 6% and the potential for a Fed shift in May, the outlook is optimistic. The market is shaping up to be one that offers opportunity—for both buyers and sellers alike. Venetia Fast Stats 30 Days. Properties sold faster in 2025 compared to 43 days in 2024. $223 Average Price Per Square Foot. The average price per square foot increased from $220 in 2024. 29 Total Sold Properties in 2024. 2025 saw a small decrease in inventory sold -30 properties sold in 2024. 2 Months of Available Inventory. 2025 saw a decrease compared to 5.5 months of inventory in 2024. VENETIA […]
Light Up the Forest 2025 – Ortega Forest, Jacksonville, FL
364 days of normal, one night of this. Seeing the entire neighborhood lit up is a magical tradition. Light Up The Forest 2025. This yearly tradition in […]
Ortega’s Holiday Light Fight Voting 2025
Here is a link to the map for all the houses competing: Map For Ortega’s Holiday Light Fight You can vote for your favorite homes in the […]
LISTED & SOLD: Historic Home in Riverside-Avondale District
🎉 Congratulations to my sellers! 🎉 This one was a dream sale. Before the home even hit the MLS, it generated tons of interest—so much that we […]
Laura Garcia’s 6 Real Estate Predictions for 2026
Every year, I like to pause and reflect on the trends shaping our housing market and share my perspective for the year ahead. Whether you’re thinking about […]
Why Thanksgiving Hosting Is Influencing Home Buyers
Why Thanksgiving Hosting Is Influencing Home Buyers A new Realtor.com® survey finds that 52% of U.S. adults said hosting Thanksgiving dinner played at least some role in […]
A Tale of Two Markets: The Data Behind 2025’s Housing Changes
The latest NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers for 2025 shows a housing market marked by sharp contrasts—cash-rich repeat buyers on one side, and affordability-strained first-time […]
NEW TESTIMONIAL: From Rental Beginnings to Homeownership Success
Some clients make this career feel extra special — and this sweet family is one of them. From helping them find a rental years ago to guiding […]
NEW TESTIMONIAL: When Dedication Meets Teamwork — A Condo Association Success Story
Selling a property for a condominium association is always a team effort — and it’s inspiring to work with people so committed to their community’s success This […]
LISTED & SOLD: Renovated 3/2 Condo in Waterfront Venetian Community
🎉 Just Sold! 🎉 This beautifully refreshed Venetian condo has officially SOLD — with seller financing! This condo gem found its perfect match thanks to creative financing […]
When “Old” Outpaces “New”: A Surprising Shift in Home Prices
You’ve probably always heard that new homes command a premium — after all, they come with fresh infrastructure, modern finishes, and fewer maintenance worries. But lately, something […]
NEW TESTIMONIAL: Honored to Help a Family’s Next Generation Find Their First Home
Helping a family find their child’s first home — especially from a distance — is something I never take lightly. It’s a big moment, and I’m honored […]
Ortega’s Spooktacular Showdown Voting 2025
Here is a link to the map for all the houses competing: Map For Ortega’s Spooktacular Showdown You can vote for your favorite homes in the Google Form […]
Sign up for Ortega’s Spooktacular Yard Showdown.
🎃👻 Ortega’s Spooktacular Showdown is HERE! 👻🎃 From silly to spooky, big or small, let’s see the BEST Halloween yard displays of all! ✨ 🕸️ Enter by […]