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1128 KALMIA Court, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 978496)

1128 KALMIA Court, St. Johns, FL 32259

$342,000

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1128 Kalmia Ct Jacksonville FL-large-076

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,257 Status: Closed

Current Price: $342,000 List Date: 2/07/2019 Last Modified: 12/30/2025

Overview

Description

LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE! Nestled among mature trees at the end of a cul de sac this pool home in JCP Creekside has all you desire! 4 Bedroom/2 Bath home is custom built & lovingly maintained. Freshly painted interior, newer roof & AC! Soaring ceilings & tall windows fill the home with natural light. Enjoy Florida living around your sparkling pool & screened Lanai that backs up to the lush preserve. Kitchen is spacious offering lots of counter space, prep island & breakfast bar. Family Room with wood burning fireplace is perfect gathering spot. Master Bedroom has wood flooring, walk-in closet & sitting area overlooking a koi pond. Updated Master Bath with dual sinks, soaking tub, walk-in shower & custom tile. Amenities include multiple pools, a fitness center, basketball & tennis courts.

Listing Details MLS# 978496

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 2257
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1995
Lot Size Dimensions: .44 Acre
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 420
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Vesta Property Assoc
Association Phone: 904-503-4915
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 765.52
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 2
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Directions: From 295 exit SOUTH San Jose Blvd. (Rte.13) past Race Track Rd. Turn LEFT at Davis Pond Blvd. Turn RIGHT at Dewberry Dr. South. Go 3 blocks, turn LEFT onto Kalmia Ct. Home is on end on Cul de Sac.
Public Remarks: LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE! Nestled among mature trees at the end of a cul de sac this pool home in JCP Creekside has all you desire! 4 Bedroom/2 Bath home is custom built & lovingly maintained. Freshly painted interior, newer roof & AC! Soaring ceilings & tall windows fill the home with natural light. Enjoy Florida living around your sparkling pool & screened Lanai that backs up to the lush preserve. Kitchen is spacious offering lots of counter space, prep island & breakfast bar. Family Room with wood burning fireplace is perfect gathering spot. Master Bedroom has wood flooring, walk-in closet & sitting area overlooking a koi pond. Updated Master Bath with dual sinks, soaking tub, walk-in shower & custom tile. Amenities include multiple pools, a fitness center, basketball & tennis courts.
List Price/SqFt: 155.03
Sold Price/SqFt: 151.53

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: .25 to .5 Acre Architectural Style: Ranch Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Laminate; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Brick; Frame Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Patio Pool Features: In Ground; Screen Enclosure Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Golf Course; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2019-02-07

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 1128
Street Name: KALMIA
Street Suffix: Court
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: 2019-03-22T12:39:04Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2019-02-24
Close Date: 2019-03-21
Close Price: 342000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Utilities-Underground: Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Structure Builder: Coppenbarger Homes, Suburban Lot Location: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-French Door(s): Y, Fireplace Mantle: Y, Brick Fireplace: Y

Room Information

Room Name
Living Room
Family Room
Utility Room

Listing Office: WATSON REALTY CORP

Last Updated: December - 30 - 2025

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.