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

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161 MASON BRANCH Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2112116)

161 MASON BRANCH Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$765,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 3,753 Status: Closed

Current Price: $765,000 List Date: 10/06/2025 Last Modified: 5/26/2026

Overview

Description

Move in to this Toll Brothers home now in this quiet, gated community and enjoy luxury living and resort-style amenities without a CDD fee! This beautifully designed 5-bedroom, 4.5 bath home perfectly balances warmth, comfort, and modern living. Step inside and you'll find an inviting open layout where the spacious great room flows naturally into the gourmet kitchen, creating a welcoming space for family and friends to gather. The kitchen features elegant finishes, like a designer hexagon backsplash, a generous island, and has plenty of room to cook, connect, and entertain with ease. Luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout the main living areas, adding both style and durability. The primary bedroom is conveniently located downstairs, offering a peaceful retreat and featuring sizable dual closets, while the upstairs includes an expanded bedroom extension that's perfect for guests or additional living space. Book your appointment today to see it for yourself!

Listing Details MLS# 2112116

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 5
Living Area: 3753
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2025
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 154
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: Yes
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-06-01
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-95, take Exit 329 towards Green Cove Springs. Head W on CR 210. It will turn into Greenbrier Rd. and you will follow that for 1.3 miles. Turn right into our Mill Creek Forest community via Bridgeton St. The sales office parking lot will be on your left as you pass the mill.
Public Remarks: Move in to this Toll Brothers home now in this quiet, gated community and enjoy luxury living and resort-style amenities without a CDD fee! This beautifully designed 5-bedroom, 4.5 bath home perfectly balances warmth, comfort, and modern living. Step inside and you'll find an inviting open layout where the spacious great room flows naturally into the gourmet kitchen, creating a welcoming space for family and friends to gather. The kitchen features elegant finishes, like a designer hexagon backsplash, a generous island, and has plenty of room to cook, connect, and entertain with ease. Luxury vinyl plank flooring runs throughout the main living areas, adding both style and durability. The primary bedroom is conveniently located downstairs, offering a peaceful retreat and featuring sizable dual closets, while the upstairs includes an expanded bedroom extension that's perfect for guests or additional living space. Book your appointment today to see it for yourself!
List Price/SqFt: 207.57
Sold Price/SqFt: 203.84

Property Features

Levels: Two Appliances: Convection Oven; Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Cooktop; Microwave; Tankless Water Heater Interior Features: Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Downstairs; Smart Thermostat; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Vinyl Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Gas Dryer Hookup; Sink Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric; Zoned Heating: Central; Electric; Zoned Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Green Water Conservation: Water Recycling Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Rear Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wooded View: Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Community Pool; Fitness Center; Gated; Jogging Path; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Gated; Sidewalks; Street Lights Road Frontage Type: Private Road Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2025-10-06

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 161
Street Name: MASON BRANCH
Street Suffix: Drive
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Mill Creek Forest

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-05-26T18:03:59Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-02-03T16:26:07Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-03-22
Close Date: 2026-04-30
Close Price: 765000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: JACKSONVILLE TBI REALTY, LLC

Last Updated: May - 26 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.