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1629 FENTON Avenue, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2139107)

1629 FENTON Avenue, St. Johns, FL 32259

$875,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,668 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 11,761 Status: Closed

Current Price: $875,000 List Date: 4/09/2026 Last Modified: 7/17/2026

Overview

Description

Imagine unwinding in your resort-like backyard, a private oasis designed for effortless entertaining. Picture summer evenings grilling in the outdoor kitchen, the laughter of friends echoing around the sparkling screened pool. This St. Johns gem offers a lifestyle of refined comfort, where relaxation meets sophisticated design. A true escape awaits. This home boasts 5 large bedrooms and 3.5 baths within 3668 sq ft. The downstairs bonus room provides flexible space, while the man cave pub room offers a unique entertaining haven. Enjoy stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry & an island in the kitchen. Top-rated schools are within walking distance, adding to the home's appeal. Located in a sought-after St. Johns, this property offers convenient access to recreation, parks, and resort-style amenities w/ community pool, parks & tennis courts. The covered outdoor living space extends your enjoyment of the landscaped yard, creating a casually sophisticated lifestyle.

Listing Details MLS# 2139107

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3668
Living Area Source: Assessor
Year Built: 2013
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.27
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 67
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 3427
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: Yes
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Racetrack Road head west on Veterans Parkway. Turn left onto Durbin Crossing North. Turn left onto Leith Hall Drive. Turn left onto Fenton Avenue...home is on left
Public Remarks: Imagine unwinding in your resort-like backyard, a private oasis designed for effortless entertaining. Picture summer evenings grilling in the outdoor kitchen, the laughter of friends echoing around the sparkling screened pool. This St. Johns gem offers a lifestyle of refined comfort, where relaxation meets sophisticated design. A true escape awaits. This home boasts 5 large bedrooms and 3.5 baths within 3668 sq ft. The downstairs bonus room provides flexible space, while the man cave pub room offers a unique entertaining haven. Enjoy stone countertops, stainless steel appliances, a walk-in pantry & an island in the kitchen. Top-rated schools are within walking distance, adding to the home's appeal. Located in a sought-after St. Johns, this property offers convenient access to recreation, parks, and resort-style amenities w/ community pool, parks & tennis courts. The covered outdoor living space extends your enjoyment of the landscaped yard, creating a casually sophisticated lifestyle.
List Price/SqFt: 238.55
Sold Price/SqFt: 238.55

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Two Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Cooktop; Electric Oven; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Guest Suite; His and Hers Closets; Jack and Jill Bath; Open Floorplan; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Walk-In Closet(s); Wet Bar Flooring: Carpet; Tile Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Not Available; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Exterior Features: Outdoor Kitchen Patio And Porch Features: Patio; Screened Pool Features: In Ground; Pool Sweep; Screen Enclosure; Waterfall Parking Features: Attached; Garage Fencing: Full Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Park; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds Community Features: Sidewalks; Street Lights Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Room Types: Bedroom 1; Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bonus Room; Family Room; Laundry; Office; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom; Other Room

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2026-04-08

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 1629
Street Name: FENTON
Street Suffix: Avenue
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: 2026-07-17T20:09:26Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-05-28
Close Date: 2026-07-17
Close Price: 875000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Room Types

Bedroom 1 Level: Second
Bedroom 2 Level: Second
Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Bedroom 4 Level: Main
Family Room Level: Main
Laundry Level: Second
Office Level: Main
Primary Bathroom Level: Second
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Other Room Level: Main

Room Information

Room Name	Level
Primary Bedroom	Second
Primary Bathroom	Second
Office	Main
Bedroom 1	Second
Bedroom 2	Second
Bedroom 3	Second
Bedroom 4	Main
Bonus Room
Family Room	Main
Other	Main
Laundry	Second

Documents

Listing Office: ROUND TABLE REALTY

Last Updated: July - 17 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.