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

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162 BAY COVE Drive, Ponte Vedra, FL 32082 (MLS# 2055927)

162 BAY COVE Drive, Ponte Vedra, FL 32082

$1,300,000

Virtual Tour

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 4,090 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 13,939 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,300,000 List Date: 11/09/2024 Last Modified: 3/31/2025

Overview

Description

Discover an exquisite residence in Ponte Vedra's prestigious Plantation Oaks community. This home combines timeless elegance with a modern floor plan that maximizes both space and light. High ceilings and grand windows frame serene preserve views, while light fixtures throughout the home add a refined glow, highlighting each room's distinct character and charm. The sixth bedroom is spacious enough for a theater room, providing flexibility for entertainment needs. New flooring flows across the main level, enhancing the seamless design. Residents enjoy exclusive amenities, including a resort-style pool, tennis courts, a playground, and a basketball court. Nestled in the heart of Ponte Vedra Beach, this residence is ideally located minutes from upscale shopping, fine dining, and pristine beaches, and it's zoned for St. Johns County's A-rated schools. This stunning home epitomizes luxury coastal living, offering an unmatched lifestyle in one of Ponte Vedra's most coveted communities

Listing Details MLS# 2055927

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 5
Bathrooms Total: 5
Living Area: 4090
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2000
Lot Size Acres: 0.32
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 2362
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Name: Plantation Oaks
CDD Fee YN: No
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: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 3
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Palm Valley Road, turn right onto Bay Cove Dr, Destination is on the right.
Public Remarks: Discover an exquisite residence in Ponte Vedra's prestigious Plantation Oaks community. This home combines timeless elegance with a modern floor plan that maximizes both space and light. High ceilings and grand windows frame serene preserve views, while light fixtures throughout the home add a refined glow, highlighting each room's distinct character and charm. The sixth bedroom is spacious enough for a theater room, providing flexibility for entertainment needs. New flooring flows across the main level, enhancing the seamless design. Residents enjoy exclusive amenities, including a resort-style pool, tennis courts, a playground, and a basketball court. Nestled in the heart of Ponte Vedra Beach, this residence is ideally located minutes from upscale shopping, fine dining, and pristine beaches, and it's zoned for St. Johns County's A-rated schools. This stunning home epitomizes luxury coastal living, offering an unmatched lifestyle in one of Ponte Vedra's most coveted communities
List Price/SqFt: 341.08
Sold Price/SqFt: 317.85

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Three Or More Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Cooktop; Electric Oven; Microwave; Refrigerator Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; His and Hers Closets; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Lower Level; Washer Hookup Utilities: Electricity Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Security Gate; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Rear Porch; Screened Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Circular Driveway View: Protected Preserve Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Community Pool Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2024-11-09

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 162
Street Name: BAY COVE
Street Suffix: Drive
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32082
MLS Area Major: 262-Ponte Vedra Beach-W Of A1A-S Of Solana Rd
Subdivision Name: Plantation Oaks

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2025-03-31T19:20:14Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2024-12-09T16:46:53Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-02-12
Close Date: 2025-03-31
Close Price: 1300000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Listing Office: COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY

Last Updated: March - 31 - 2025

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.