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

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166 STAPLEHURST Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 802002)

166 STAPLEHURST Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$400,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,076 Status: Closed

Current Price: $400,000 List Date: 11/18/2015 Last Modified: 1/18/2026

Overview

Description

Beautiful courtyard design home located in desirable Durbin Crossing North is loaded with features and upgrades! Decorative entry gate leads to a private courtyard area that is ideal for child's play area or for outdoor entertaining. Separate cottage (5th BDR) includes full bath with private entrance to courtyard. Main house features gourmet kitchen w/ double stacked upgraded almond glazed cabinets, granite counters, large center island, stone tile back splash, pendant lighting, stainless appliances, hammered copper sink, under cabinet lighting. Fireplace w/ stacked stone & built-in cabinets. Master suite features gorgeous bathroom w/ walk-in shower & separate tub. Additional features include his & her walk-in closets, hand-scraped floors, and large screened lanai. Near cul-de-sac.

Listing Details MLS# 802002

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3076
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2012
Homestead YN: Yes
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 50
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Durbin Crossing
Association Phone: 904-592-4090
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2641.81
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 3
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Directions: From I-95; West on CR 210; North on St. Johns Pkwy; West on Longleaf Pine Pkwy; North on N. Dubin Pkwy; East on Staplehurst Dr.
Public Remarks: Beautiful courtyard design home located in desirable Durbin Crossing North is loaded with features and upgrades! Decorative entry gate leads to a private courtyard area that is ideal for child's play area or for outdoor entertaining. Separate cottage (5th BDR) includes full bath with private entrance to courtyard. Main house features gourmet kitchen w/ double stacked upgraded almond glazed cabinets, granite counters, large center island, stone tile back splash, pendant lighting, stainless appliances, hammered copper sink, under cabinet lighting. Fireplace w/ stacked stone & built-in cabinets. Master suite features gorgeous bathroom w/ walk-in shower & separate tub. Additional features include his & her walk-in closets, hand-scraped floors, and large screened lanai. Near cul-de-sac.
List Price/SqFt: 134.23
Sold Price/SqFt: 130.04

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Electric Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Central Vacuum; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Utilities: Cable Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Other Structures: Guest House Pool Features: None Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage View: Protected Preserve Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center 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: 2015-11-17

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 166
Street Name: STAPLEHURST
Street Suffix: Drive
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: 2023-11-13T21:13:44Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2015-11-20T21:01:19Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2015-12-12
Close Date: 2016-01-29
Close Price: 400000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Mandatory Fees: Y, Utilities-Separate Irrigation Meter: Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Covenants/Restrictions: Y, Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Baseball Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y, Fireplace-Circulating: Y, Fireplace-Family Room: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Occupant Type: Occupied - Lockbox, See ShowingAssist, Call Seller Direct

Room Information

Room Name
Great Room
Utility Room

Documents

Seller's Disclosure ›

HOA ›

CDD ›

Listing Office: JOHN WOLFEL REAL ESTATE LLC

Last Updated: January - 18 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.