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142 SANCTUARY Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 789804)

142 SANCTUARY Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$324,783

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,696 Status: Closed

Current Price: $324,783 List Date: 8/28/2015 Last Modified: 9/30/2026

Overview

Description

**Sample photos** Conveniently located In St Johns County, this customized San Marco plan built with Advantech flooring and Zip System technology provides a great seal and superior stability backed with a 30 year panel warranty. This beautiful two-story home features a 4br/3 bath and 2-car garage. Decorative glass front door, Guest room downstairs with full bath, sliding glass door off Family room to extended Lanai and rounded corners throughout. The gourmet kitchen includes a granite California Island and stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and large walk-in pantry. Not to be outdone by he rest of the home, the owner's bath is highlighted by raised vanities, cultured marble, corner tub, tiled walk-in shower with framed glass enclosure and a large walk-in closet.(more)

Supplements: ...Seller pays all closing costs and pre-paids with preferred lender. Conveniently located 10 minutes from I-95, Durbin Crossing Village Center is a part community that has earned widespread recognition as one of the best places to live. Durbin Crossing is a 2,000-acre master-planned community in Northwest St. Johns County that offers residents th ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 789804

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2696
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2015
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 55
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1775.82
New Construction YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Directions: FROM MANDARIN, LEFT ON RACETRACK RD. RIGHT ON VETERANS PKWY, 1ST LEFT ON NORTH DURBIN PKWY AT TOWER, CONTINUE THROUGH 2 ROUNDABOUTS, 1ST LEFT ONTO STAPLEHURST DR.
Public Remarks: **Sample photos** Conveniently located In St Johns County, this customized San Marco plan built with Advantech flooring and Zip System technology provides a great seal and superior stability backed with a 30 year panel warranty. This beautiful two-story home features a 4br/3 bath and 2-car garage. Decorative glass front door, Guest room downstairs with full bath, sliding glass door off Family room to extended Lanai and rounded corners throughout. The gourmet kitchen includes a granite California Island and stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops and large walk-in pantry. Not to be outdone by he rest of the home, the owner's bath is highlighted by raised vanities, cultured marble, corner tub, tiled walk-in shower with framed glass enclosure and a large walk-in closet.(more)
List Price/SqFt: 106.82
Sold Price/SqFt: 120.47

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Property Condition: To Be Built Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; In-Law Floorplan; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Green Energy Efficient: Windows Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Patio; Porch; Screened Pool Features: None Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; 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: 2015-08-27

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 142
Street Name: SANCTUARY
Street Suffix: Drive
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Durbin Crossing

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2016-05-27T15:03:21Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2015-09-23
Close Date: 2016-05-26
Close Price: 324783

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Utilities-Underground: Y, Mandatory Fees: Y, Dining-Kitchen/Family Combo: Y, Interior Amenities-Window Treatment(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Structure Builder: DREAM FINDERS HOMES, Seller May Pay Closing: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Bath-Garden Bath: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Build To Suit: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Occupant Type: Restricted Hours, Call Seller Direct, See Private Remarks

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Room Information

Room Name
Family Room
Loft
Utility Room

Listing Office: DREAM FINDERS REALTY LLC

Last Updated: September - 30 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.