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188 QUAIL CREEK Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2079679)

188 QUAIL CREEK Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259

$560,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,482 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 13,068 Status: Closed

Current Price: $560,000 List Date: 4/03/2025 Last Modified: 7/07/2026

Overview

Description

Don't miss this immaculately kept executive home on a premier estate corner lot in highly sought-after Durbin Crossing! Perfectly positioned in one of Saint Johns County's most coveted locations, this residence is just seconds from K-8 Patriot Oaks Academy and within walking distance to Creekside High School - both PERMANENTLY zoned! With seamless access to State Road 9B, I-95, Veterans Memorial Park, and Durbin Park Town Center, you're minutes from top-rated schools, sports facilities, premier shopping, dining, and entertainment - including a state-of-the-art movie theater. From the moment you arrive, the courtyard-entry driveway, picturesque balcony, and 3-car garage create a lasting first impression. Step through double-entry doors into a meticulously maintained home featuring 9-foot ceilings, ceramic tile, and elegant crown molding throughout the first floor.

Supplements: Walls of windows offer stunning views of the expansive lanai and serene water beyond. Designed for both comfort and function, this open-concept floor plan includes a private guest bedroom and full bath with exterior access downstairs (ideal for multi-generational living or a future pool!). Upstairs, retreat to the luxurious primary suite with a sp ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2079679

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2482
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2012
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.3
Lot Size Dimensions: 132x118
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 67
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2882.76
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Entry Level: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: Northwest
Directions: Head South on I-95 South. Take exit 333 to CR-2209 onto SR-9B. Take ramp onto St Johns Pkwy. Turn left on Longleaf Pine Pkwy. Turn left on Harbury Dr. Turn left on WiIlow Winds Pkwy. Turn right on Quail Creek Cir. Home is located on the right.
Public Remarks: Don't miss this immaculately kept executive home on a premier estate corner lot in highly sought-after Durbin Crossing! Perfectly positioned in one of Saint Johns County's most coveted locations, this residence is just seconds from K-8 Patriot Oaks Academy and within walking distance to Creekside High School - both PERMANENTLY zoned! With seamless access to State Road 9B, I-95, Veterans Memorial Park, and Durbin Park Town Center, you're minutes from top-rated schools, sports facilities, premier shopping, dining, and entertainment - including a state-of-the-art movie theater. From the moment you arrive, the courtyard-entry driveway, picturesque balcony, and 3-car garage create a lasting first impression. Step through double-entry doors into a meticulously maintained home featuring 9-foot ceilings, ceramic tile, and elegant crown molding throughout the first floor.
List Price/SqFt: 229.65
Sold Price/SqFt: 225.62

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: Two Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Oven; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Sink; Upper Level; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Fiber Cement Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Front Porch; Patio; Rear Porch Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Corner Lot; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Pond Fencing: Back Yard Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Park; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2025-04-03

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 188
Street Name: QUAIL CREEK
Street Suffix: Circle
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: 2025-06-09T20:21:25Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-04-10
Close Date: 2025-06-09
Close Price: 560000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: TOUSSAINT GROUP REALTY LLC

Last Updated: July - 07 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.