12969 HELM Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32258
Overview
Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) ******** Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this distinctive octagon-shaped home sits along a naturally preserved canal surrounded by mature trees and tranquil water views, offering both privacy and effortless connection to open water. The main living area and upper level are designed with architectural inspiration reminiscent of a lighthouse, featuring soaring ceilings, multiple skylights and an abundance of natural light. Nearly 2,700 square feet of wraparound decks provide elevated vantage points overlooking the canal and treetops, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living and multiple areas for entertaining or quiet retreat. From the private dock, launch your boat or jet skis and reach Julington Creek within minutes, enjoying convenient access to the St. Johns River and surrounding waterways. The home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1,964 square feet of interior living space. The main level includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms with bright, open living areas, while the lower level features a private bedroom, full bath and spacious family room with direct waterfront access, ideal for guests, multigenerational living or additional flexible space. From quiet mornings to spontaneous sunset cruises, expansive outdoor decks for entertaining create the perfect setting where boating, relaxing and waterfront living naturally become part of everyday life.
Listing Details MLS# 2130195
General Property Information
- Bedrooms Total
- 3
- Bathrooms Full
- 3
- Bathrooms Total
- 3
- Living Area
- 1964
- Living Area Source
- Public Records
- Building Area Total
- 2704
- Year Built
- 1985
- Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N
- No
- Homestead YN
- Yes
- Lot Size Acres
- 0.16
- Lot Size Dimensions
- 85 x 110
- 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
- Yes
- Waterfront YN
- Yes
- Water Frontage Feet
- 85
- Furnished
- Unfurnished
- Stories
- 2
- Senior Community YN
- No
- Directions
- From I-295 to Old St. Augustine Road, Exit 3 for Old St. Augustine Road (SR 211/CE 211) at the end of the ramp, Turn Left (South) on Old St. Augustine Road, Turn Left onto Caron Drive, Turn Right onto Julington Creek Road, Turn Left onto Helm Drive and continue to the end of the cul-de-sac 12969 Helm Drive will be on the Left.
- Public Remarks
- Welcome to waterfront living in the heart of Mandarin with no HOA and 4-6 foot-deep navigable canal with direct connection to Julington Creek and the St. Johns River. Enjoy canal and creek views from inside the home or while relaxing on the upper or lower outdoor deck! ***** Recent Improvements Include: •Brand New First-Floor Flooring (February 2026) •New A/C System (December 2024) •New Roof (November 2024) •New Garage Doors (May 2024)
- List Price/SqFt
- 315.68
- Sold Price/SqFt
- 313.14
- Bathrooms Half
- 0
Property Features
Contract Information
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Property Attached YN
- No
- Listing Contract Date
- 2026-02-14
Location Tax and Legal
- Street Number
- 12969
- Street Name
- HELM
- Street Suffix
- Drive
- County
- Duval
- State
- FL
- Postal Code
- 32258
- MLS Area Major
- 014-Mandarin
- Subdivision Name
- Del Rio
Status Change Information
- Major Change Timestamp
- 2026-08-11T19:37:46Z
- Major Change Type
- Status Change
- Price Change Timestamp
- 2026-03-31T00:09:20Z
- Purchase Contract Date
- 2026-05-06
- Close Date
- 2026-08-11
- Close Price
- 615000
Fireplace Features
- Fireplaces Total
- Yes
More Information
DPR Eligible
- DPR Eligible
- No
Location, Tax, and Legal
- Country
- US
- Parcel Number
- 1578710000
- Tax Annual Amount
- 4132.57
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Tax Legal Description
- 27-73 05-4S-27E DEL RIO UNIT NO 4 LOT 16 BLK 8-A
- Zoning Description
- Residential
- Elementary School
- Greenland Pines
- Middle School
- Twin Lakes Academy
- High School
- Mandarin
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Disposal
- Yes
- Dryer
- Yes
- Electric Cooktop
- Yes
- Electric Oven
- Yes
- Microwave
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
- Washer
- Yes
Construction Materials
- Frame
- Yes
- Wood Siding
- Yes
Cooling
- Central Air
- Yes
- Electric
- Yes
Current Use
- Residential
- Yes
- Single Family
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Dock
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Fencing
- Wood
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Flooring
- Laminate
- Yes
- Wood
- Yes
Heating
- Central
- Yes
- Electric
- Yes
- Heat Pump
- Yes
Laundry Features
- Electric Dryer Hookup
- Yes
- Lower Level
- Yes
- Washer Hookup
- Yes
Levels
- Two
- Yes
Listing Terms
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
- FHA
- Yes
- VA Loan
- Yes
Lot Features
- Cul-De-Sac
- Yes
Parking Features
- Garage Door Opener
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Possession
- Close Of Escrow
- Yes
Road Frontage Type
- City Street
- Yes
Road Surface Type
- Paved
- Yes
Roof
- Shingle
- Yes
Security Features
- Security System Owned
- Yes
- Smoke Detector(s)
- Yes
Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Yes
Utilities
- Cable Available
- Yes
- Electricity Connected
- Yes
- Sewer Connected
- Yes
- Water Connected
- Yes
View
- Canal
- Yes
- Creek/Stream
- Yes
- Trees/Woods
- Yes
Water Source
- Shared Well
- Yes
Architectural Style
- Contemporary
- Yes
- Stilt
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Patio And Porch Features
- Deck
- Yes
- Porch
- Yes
- Wrap Around
- Yes
Waterfront Features
- Canal Front
- Yes
- Creek
- Yes
- Navigable Water
- Yes
Interior Features
- Open Floorplan
- Yes
- Pantry
- Yes
- Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub
- Yes
- Skylight(s)
- Yes
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Yes
Water Body Access Type
- Navigable
- Yes
