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

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

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1757 ALDER Drive, Orange Park, FL 32073 (MLS# 2160687)

1757 ALDER Drive, Orange Park, FL 32073

$365,490

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,970 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 10,890 Status: Active

Current Price: $365,490 List Date: 10/06/2026 Last Modified: 10/06/2026

Overview

Description

This beautiful 4-bedroom home in the well-established Grove Park neighborhood is quite the catch! From the adorable curb appeal to the eye-catching courtyard-style front entrance, this home offers both charm and functionality, with access to both sides of the home. Inside, the spacious kitchen opens seamlessly to the dining and living areas, creating a welcoming space for everyday living and entertaining. The living room features a statement-making brick fireplace, adding warmth and character to the space.

Supplements: The home has received the refresh it needed, including fresh, neutral paint throughout and new carpet in the bedrooms. Step outside to enjoy a relaxing backyard retreat, complete with a custom fire pit--perfect for unwinding in the evenings, gathering with friends, or enjoying a quiet night under the stars. Grove Park is a well-established neighbor ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2160687

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1970
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1977
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Association YN: No
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: Yes
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From US 17, turn onto Kingsley Ave., turn right onto onto Debarry Ave, continue onto Horton Dr., turn left onto Bartlett Ave, turn right onto Gumtree Dr., then turn right onto Alder Dr.
Public Remarks: This beautiful 4-bedroom home in the well-established Grove Park neighborhood is quite the catch! From the adorable curb appeal to the eye-catching courtyard-style front entrance, this home offers both charm and functionality, with access to both sides of the home. Inside, the spacious kitchen opens seamlessly to the dining and living areas, creating a welcoming space for everyday living and entertaining. The living room features a statement-making brick fireplace, adding warmth and character to the space.
List Price/SqFt: 185.53

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch Levels: One Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Open Floorplan; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Available; Natural Gas Connected; Water Available; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Electric: 200+ Amp Service Water Source: Public Green Energy Efficient: HVAC; Insulation; Thermostat Security Features: Security Lights; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame Other Structures: Shed(s); Workshop; Other Exterior Features: Courtyard; Fire Pit Patio And Porch Features: Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Garage Fencing: Fenced Current Use: Residential; Single Family Community Features: Sidewalks Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; Lease Option; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2026-08-18

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 1757
Street Name: ALDER
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Clay
State: FL
Postal Code: 32073
MLS Area Major: 132-Bellair/Grove Park
Subdivision Name: Grove Park

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-10-06T16:41:02Z
Major Change Type: Back on Market

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: Yes

Documents

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Listing Office: ENDLESS SUMMER REALTY

Last Updated: October - 06 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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