Are Jacksonville home prices expected to drop further?

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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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1421 IVY HOLLOW Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 1131877)

1421 IVY HOLLOW Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$691,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,801 Status: Closed

Current Price: $691,000 List Date: 10/06/2021 Last Modified: 4/17/2026

Overview

Description

Located in the Creekside community of Julington Creek Plantation and tucked away in a secluded cul-de-sac this semi-custom 4BR/3BA home by Providence Builders sits on .40 acres with a preserve and lake view from the 2200 sqft screened lanai which graces the solar heated in-ground pool. It boasts a new roof in 2021, pool resurfaced in 2018, AC replaced in 2014. 42'' white cabinets in the kitchen along with granite countertops and matching stainless steel appliances Custom tile in all wet and common areas, carpeted bedrooms. Wood burning fireplace and coffered ceilings only add to the elegance that this home displays.

Listing Details MLS# 1131877

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2801
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2003
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 450
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: JCPPOA
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 805.65
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 2
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Directions: From SR-13 to main entry into Julington Creek Plantation (Davis Pond Road) and then (RT) on Dewberry (Creekside Subdivison); LEFT on Spring Branch Road and then RIGHT on Ivy Hollow.
Public Remarks: Located in the Creekside community of Julington Creek Plantation and tucked away in a secluded cul-de-sac this semi-custom 4BR/3BA home by Providence Builders sits on .40 acres with a preserve and lake view from the 2200 sqft screened lanai which graces the solar heated in-ground pool. It boasts a new roof in 2021, pool resurfaced in 2018, AC replaced in 2014. 42'' white cabinets in the kitchen along with granite countertops and matching stainless steel appliances Custom tile in all wet and common areas, carpeted bedrooms. Wood burning fireplace and coffered ceilings only add to the elegance that this home displays.
List Price/SqFt: 237.42
Sold Price/SqFt: 246.7

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: .25 to .5 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Patio Pool Features: In Ground; Pool Sweep; Screen Enclosure; Solar Heat Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac View: Protected Preserve; Water Waterfront Features: Pond Fencing: Back Yard Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Golf Course; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s); Trash 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: 2021-09-17

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 1421
Street Name: IVY HOLLOW
Street Suffix: Drive
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: 2021-11-18T17:45:01Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2021-10-16
Close Date: 2021-11-17
Close Price: 691000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Utilities-Separate Irrigation Meter: Y, Club Amenities-Nature Trails: Y, Football Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Bay/Bow Window(s): Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Courtyard Entry Garage: Y, Suburban Lot Location: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Covenants/Restrictions: Y, Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Baseball Field(s): Y, Bath-Garden Bath: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-French Door(s): Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Intermediate School: Other