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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Should I wait for mortgage rates to drop before buying?

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152 HOPTREE PLACE, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2040547)

152 HOPTREE PLACE, St. Johns, FL 32259

$775,000

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Kitchen with upgraded floor to ceiling cabinetry with pull-out shelves and stainless steel appliances

Walk-in pantry with glass door, wood shelving and outlet

Bead board dining island with glass pendant lighting

Dining room with wet bar, wine cooler and designer chandelier lighting

Flex Room with custom built-in cabinetry.

Spa Shower with toiletry nook and glass enclosure to the ceiling

Primary walk-in closet with custom closet organizer system

Drop Zone with built-in bench and storage cabinetry.

Upgraded laundry room with sink and storage cabinets

Outdoor kitchen with BBQ, range hood, sink and storage.

Extended screened lanai with paver hardscape, TV outlet and 3 ceiling fans

Paver driveway, 2 car garage and golf cart garage

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,554 Status: Closed

Current Price: $775,000 List Date: 8/02/2024 Last Modified: 4/17/2026

Overview

Description

Discover one of the finest lots in Watersong at Rivertown, where luxury meets nature. This stunning home boasts breathtaking water and preserve views, providing a serene backdrop for your everyday life. With over $130,000 in upgrades and additions, this property is a masterpiece of design and functionality. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by exquisite oak hardwood flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the home. Custom wood shutters adorn the windows, enhancing both privacy and style. The designer pendant and chandelier lighting fixtures add a touch of elegance, while the quartz countertops throughout the house exemplify modern sophistication. The primary bedroom is a true retreat, featuring a tray ceiling, a spa-like shower, and a custom walk-in closet organizer system. Every detail has been carefully considered, from the drop zone to the upgraded laundry room complete with a sink and storage cabinetry. The heart of the home is the chef's kitchen, which includes stainless

Supplements: steel appliances, a gas cooktop, a bead-board dining island, upgraded cabinetry with glass doors and pullout shelves. Also featuring a flex room with a barn door entry and custom cabinetry, whole house crown molding, water softener with whole house filtration and whole house gutter system. The fully fenced yard is perfect for outdoor entertaining w ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2040547

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2554
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2021
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 146
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Fee 2: 50
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Watersong HOA
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2330.03
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: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: Yes
Directions: Longleaf Pine Pkwy to Keystone Corner to Mistflower to Juniper Hills to Hoptree Place
Public Remarks: Discover one of the finest lots in Watersong at Rivertown, where luxury meets nature. This stunning home boasts breathtaking water and preserve views, providing a serene backdrop for your everyday life. With over $130,000 in upgrades and additions, this property is a masterpiece of design and functionality. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by exquisite oak hardwood flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the home. Custom wood shutters adorn the windows, enhancing both privacy and style. The designer pendant and chandelier lighting fixtures add a touch of elegance, while the quartz countertops throughout the house exemplify modern sophistication. The primary bedroom is a true retreat, featuring a tray ceiling, a spa-like shower, and a custom walk-in closet organizer system. Every detail has been carefully considered, from the drop zone to the upgraded laundry room complete with a sink and storage cabinetry. The heart of the home is the chef's kitchen, which includes stainless
List Price/SqFt: 313.23
Sold Price/SqFt: 303.45

Property Features

Levels: One Rental Restrictions: Other Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Cooktop; Microwave; Tankless Water Heater; Water Softener Owned; Wine Cooler Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Flooring: Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Sink; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Security Gate; Smoke Detector(s) Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen; Other Exterior Features: Outdoor Kitchen Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Screened Spa Features: Community Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener; Guest View: Pond; Trees/Woods Waterfront Features: Pond Fencing: Back Yard Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Barbecue; Basketball Court; Boat Dock; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Gated; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Security; Spa/Hot Tub; Tennis Court(s) Association Fee Includes: Security Road Frontage Type: Private Road Road Surface Type: Paved Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan