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1670 HAWKCREST Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 1162300)

1670 HAWKCREST Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259

$820,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,312 Status: Closed

Current Price: $820,000 List Date: 4/08/2022 Last Modified: 12/17/2025

Overview

Description

Discover luxury on the lake in this extravagant waterfront residence. This sprawling property boasts 5BR/2.5 baths on an over 1 acre lot and is nestled in the highly sought Fruit Cove community. A well manicured and professionally landscape double entry driveway invites you to behold this distinguished property with custom design features, fixtures & finishes throughout. Situated in a private wooded enclave surrounded by lush foliage and stately trees with waterfront views reminiscent of a secure and secluded lifestyle in the countryside. The home captivates with its traditional vintage-style decor featuring 8+Ft. high tray ceilings with recessed lighting & decorative crown molding, wood and tiled.

Supplements: Custom built by ''Water Brothers'' this residence is truly a designer masterpiece. The entry foyer leads to a functional and expansive split floor plan offering over 3,000 SF, of living space. The interior reveals a family room with fireplace adjacent to a formal dining room and a study/bonus room with custom built-ins. The fully equipped kitchen ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 1162300

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 3312
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1990
Association YN: No
CDD Fee YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 3
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Directions: Continue on I-95 S. Take I-295 N to FL-13 S/San Jose Blvd. Take exit 5B from I-295 N. Continue on FL-13 S. Drive to Hawkcrest Dr in Fruit Cove
Public Remarks: Discover luxury on the lake in this extravagant waterfront residence. This sprawling property boasts 5BR/2.5 baths on an over 1 acre lot and is nestled in the highly sought Fruit Cove community. A well manicured and professionally landscape double entry driveway invites you to behold this distinguished property with custom design features, fixtures & finishes throughout. Situated in a private wooded enclave surrounded by lush foliage and stately trees with waterfront views reminiscent of a secure and secluded lifestyle in the countryside. The home captivates with its traditional vintage-style decor featuring 8+Ft. high tray ceilings with recessed lighting & decorative crown molding, wood and tiled.
List Price/SqFt: 235.51
Sold Price/SqFt: 247.58

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: 1.1 to 2.5 Acres Architectural Style: Ranch Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Cooktop; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Central Vacuum; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Green Energy Efficient: Windows Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Brick Veneer; Frame Other Structures: Shed(s) Patio And Porch Features: Patio; Porch; Screened Pool Features: None Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wooded View: Water Waterfront Features: Pond Current Use: Residential; Single Family 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: 2022-04-07

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 1670
Street Name: HAWKCREST
Street Suffix: Drive
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Cunningham Creek Est

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2023-11-17T10:43:18Z
Major Change Type: Price Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2022-04-20T21:55:53Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2022-04-24
Close Date: 2022-05-23
Close Price: 820000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Bath-Owner Bath W/Whirlpool: Y, Interior Amenities-Window Treatment(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Structure Builder: Water Brothers, Suburban Lot Location: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Picture Window(s): Y, Interior Amenities-French Door(s): Y, Side Entry Garage: Y, Fireplace-Family Room: Y, Fireplace Mantle: Y, Brick Fireplace: Y, Structure Slab: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Intermediate School: Other

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Office
Utility Room
Primary Bedroom	First	22.00	13.00
Bedroom 1		13.50	10.00
Bedroom 2		10.00	10.50
Bedroom 3		14.00	10.00
Bedroom 4		11.00	10.00
Kitchen		13.00	14.00
Family Room		19.00	18.50
Living Room		15.50	12.00
Other		12.00	12.00
Dining Room		15.50	12.50	Separate Dining Room

Listing Office: CHAD AND SANDY REAL ESTATE GROUP

Last Updated: December - 17 - 2025

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.