Jacksonville housing market offers first-time buyers increased negotiating power

First-time buyers in Jacksonville can secure better pricing and terms. This increased negotiating power comes as inventory rises and competition decreases in the market. Zillow ranked Jacksonville as the best large U.S. housing market for first-time homebuyers this spring based on an analysis of the 50 largest metro areas. The ranking is driven by improving affordability and a rebound in housing supply, which has been more rapid in the Sun Belt and Midwest than in coastal metro areas.