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How many days does it actually take to buy a house in Jacksonville right now?

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Is Jacksonville still a buyer's market or a seller's market?

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136 CRAFTON Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2109897)

136 CRAFTON Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259

$515,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,089 Status: Closed

Current Price: $515,000 List Date: 9/22/2025 Last Modified: 4/27/2026

Overview

Description

Lot 9 - The Martinique offers a modern layout that blends open living with thoughtfully placed rooms for comfort and flexibility. The open-concept design features a kitchen with a walk-in pantry, overlooking the dining area and Great Room—ideal for daily living or entertaining. Enjoy meals with loved ones, then relax in the Great Room or step out onto the lanai. A front flex room adds versatility—use it as a dining room, office, or hobby space. The private primary suite, located in the back corner, is just off the Great Room and near the lanai. Set within RiverTown, WATERSONG is a gated 55+ neighborhood that embraces nature with scenic parks, lakes, and trails along the St. Johns River. This master-planned community promotes an active lifestyle with resort-style amenities. From fitness classes and nature walks to trivia nights, wine socials, food truck Fridays, and the Paw Park—there's always something fun to do and new friends to meet in this vibrant, natural setting.

Listing Details MLS# 2109897

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2089
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2025
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 211
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2413
Accessibility Features YN: Yes
New Construction YN: Yes
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-02-11
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: Yes
Direction Faces: Southeast
Directions: From I-95, Exit 329 for CR 210 toward Green Cove Springs, West onto CR 210, continue straight onto Greenbriar Rd, turn left on Longleaf Pine Pkwy. Turn right on Keystone Corners Blvd. Turn left on Mistflower Drive. Turn left on Pelton Place, then left on Hedgerow Street - Sales Center parking will be immediately on your right.
Public Remarks: Lot 9 - The Martinique offers a modern layout that blends open living with thoughtfully placed rooms for comfort and flexibility. The open-concept design features a kitchen with a walk-in pantry, overlooking the dining area and Great Room—ideal for daily living or entertaining. Enjoy meals with loved ones, then relax in the Great Room or step out onto the lanai. A front flex room adds versatility—use it as a dining room, office, or hobby space. The private primary suite, located in the back corner, is just off the Great Room and near the lanai. Set within RiverTown, WATERSONG is a gated 55+ neighborhood that embraces nature with scenic parks, lakes, and trails along the St. Johns River. This master-planned community promotes an active lifestyle with resort-style amenities. From fitness classes and nature walks to trivia nights, wine socials, food truck Fridays, and the Paw Park—there's always something fun to do and new friends to meet in this vibrant, natural setting.
List Price/SqFt: 248.44
Sold Price/SqFt: 246.53

Property Features

Property Condition: Under Construction Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Electric Oven; Gas Cooktop; Microwave; Plumbed For Ice Maker; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Smart Thermostat; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector; Programmable Thermostat; Smoke Detector Construction Materials: Fiber Cement; Frame Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Gated; Jogging Path; Management - On Site; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Spa/Hot Tub; Tennis Court(s) Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan; Other

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2025-09-22

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 136
Street Name: CRAFTON
Street Suffix: Circle
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 302-Orangedale Area
Subdivision Name: Watersong At Rivertown

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-04-27T14:12:17Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-02-01T14:47:55Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-02-19
Close Date: 2026-04-21
Close Price: 515000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: MATTAMY REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Last Updated: April - 27 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.