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

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196 APPALACHIAN Trail, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2109937)

196 APPALACHIAN Trail, St. Johns, FL 32259

$475,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,096 Status: Closed

Current Price: $475,000 List Date: 9/22/2025 Last Modified: 1/04/2026

Overview

Description

LOT 387 - The Riley floorplan offers spacious living with a smart, efficient layout. The main level features a beautifully designed open-concept space that includes a stylish kitchen, a dining area, and a welcoming Great Room. A standout feature is the generous walk-in pantry, which wraps around the corner and extends beneath the stairs to provide abundant storage. Upstairs, the luxurious owner's suite includes a private bath with dual sinks, a linen closet, and a large walk-in closet. RIVERTOWN is a master-planned community nestled along the pristine shores of the St Johns River. Each amenity is geared toward staying fit, meeting new friends, trying new activities, and having fun in northeast FL's sunshine. RiverTown is designed to connect its residents to the beautiful natural surroundings with neighborhood parks overlooking picturesque lakes and preserve, w/miles of trails.

Listing Details MLS# 2109937

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2096
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2025
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 53
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 3568
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: Yes
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-10-24
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-95, Exit 329 for CR 210 toward Green Cove Springs, West onto CR 210, continue straight onto Greenbriar Rd, turn left on Longleaf Pine Pkwy, RiverTown Welcome Center is on the right.
Public Remarks: LOT 387 - The Riley floorplan offers spacious living with a smart, efficient layout. The main level features a beautifully designed open-concept space that includes a stylish kitchen, a dining area, and a welcoming Great Room. A standout feature is the generous walk-in pantry, which wraps around the corner and extends beneath the stairs to provide abundant storage. Upstairs, the luxurious owner's suite includes a private bath with dual sinks, a linen closet, and a large walk-in closet. RIVERTOWN is a master-planned community nestled along the pristine shores of the St Johns River. Each amenity is geared toward staying fit, meeting new friends, trying new activities, and having fun in northeast FL's sunshine. RiverTown is designed to connect its residents to the beautiful natural surroundings with neighborhood parks overlooking picturesque lakes and preserve, w/miles of trails.
List Price/SqFt: 232.11
Sold Price/SqFt: 226.62

Property Features

Property Condition: Under Construction Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Freezer; Gas Range; Ice Maker; Microwave; Plumbed For Ice Maker; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Smart Thermostat; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Gas Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector; Programmable Thermostat; Smoke Detector Construction Materials: Fiber Cement; Frame Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan; Other

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2025-09-22

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 196
Street Name: APPALACHIAN
Street Suffix: Trail
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 302-Orangedale Area
Subdivision Name: Rivertown Forest

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-01-04T22:05:38Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2025-11-24T17:10:00Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-11-29
Close Date: 2025-12-30
Close Price: 475000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: MATTAMY REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Last Updated: January - 04 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.