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1681 FENTON Avenue, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2032822)

1681 FENTON Avenue, St. Johns, FL 32259

$524,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 3,235 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 11,326 Status: Closed

Current Price: $524,000 List Date: 6/21/2024 Last Modified: 4/10/2026

Overview

Description

Stunning & MOVE IN READY! Great floor plan w/lots of flex space. Brand new int and ext paint, brand new AC & newer roof. Stucco w/stone accent and oversized backyard w/brick border fence along the back - all this on a highly sought-after street in Durbin! Kitchen w/breakfast nook, lots of 42'' maple cabs w/crown, granite, tiled backsplash, upgraded hardware, pantry closet & sep laundry room. Breakfast bar overlooks spacious family room w/glass french door leading to covered porch and lush backyard. Adjoining hallway leads to a flex/bonus area for 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths - one is en suite with a walk-in closet. The large primary bedroom includes an open sitting area, glass french door to back porch, 2 closets, & primary bath w/sep tub, tiled shower, double sinks, granite ctrs and sep WC. Unique, inviting floor plan w/lots of extra space for creative uses. Garage has cabinet built-ins & attic storage. Sprinkler system, security system, ceiling fans through out and so much more!

Supplements: A bright, beautiful home on a cul des sac street! Dreamy amenities provide resort style living with something for everyone including close to #1 rated schools, shopping, movies, dining, & quick commutes!

Listing Details MLS# 2032822

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2555
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Building Area Total: 3235
Year Built: 2010
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 67
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Durbin Crossing Master Association
Association Phone: 904-230-2011
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 3361.78
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: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: North
Directions: From Racetrack Road take Veterans Parkway to first left on N. Durbin Parkway. Left on Leith Hall to left on Fenton Avenue. Home is on the left.
Public Remarks: Stunning & MOVE IN READY! Great floor plan w/lots of flex space. Brand new int and ext paint, brand new AC & newer roof. Stucco w/stone accent and oversized backyard w/brick border fence along the back - all this on a highly sought-after street in Durbin! Kitchen w/breakfast nook, lots of 42'' maple cabs w/crown, granite, tiled backsplash, upgraded hardware, pantry closet & sep laundry room. Breakfast bar overlooks spacious family room w/glass french door leading to covered porch and lush backyard. Adjoining hallway leads to a flex/bonus area for 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths - one is en suite with a walk-in closet. The large primary bedroom includes an open sitting area, glass french door to back porch, 2 closets, & primary bath w/sep tub, tiled shower, double sinks, granite ctrs and sep WC. Unique, inviting floor plan w/lots of extra space for creative uses. Garage has cabinet built-ins & attic storage. Sprinkler system, security system, ceiling fans through out and so much more!
List Price/SqFt: 209.39
Sold Price/SqFt: 205.09

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; His and Hers Closets; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Playground Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bonus Room; Dining Room; Family Room; Office; Primary Bedroom; Other Room

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2024-06-20

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 1681
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: 2024-08-15T12:09:41Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2024-07-05T17:01:00Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2024-07-23
Close Date: 2024-08-14
Close Price: 524000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level: First
Bedroom 3 Level: First
Bedroom 4 Level: First
Bonus Room Level: First
Dining Room Level: First
Family Room Level: First
Office Level: First
Primary Bedroom Level: First
Other Room Level: First

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Office	First	13.90	11.00	Office or Living Room
Dining Room	First	12.70	10.10	Dining or Living Room
Family Room	First	30.00	17.50
Other	First	10.00	9.00	Breakfast Nook
Primary Bedroom	First	24.00	13.00
Bedroom 2	First	12.00	11.00
Bedroom 3	First	12.30	11.00
Bedroom 4	First	11.00	10.10
Bonus Room	First	12.00	10.30	Flex area for bedrooms
Other	First	14.80	11.00	Back Covered Porch

Documents

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Listing Office: WATSON REALTY CORP

Last Updated: April - 10 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.