Are Jacksonville home prices expected to drop further?

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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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236 ELLSWORTH Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 895297)

236 ELLSWORTH Circle, St. Johns, FL 32259

$390,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 2,840 Status: Closed

Current Price: $390,000 List Date: 8/04/2017 Last Modified: 6/30/2026

Overview

Description

OPEN HOUSE 8/12 from 3:00- 6:00 pm. Stunning 6 BRs, 4BA on a PRESERVE lot in Durbin Crossing. At the moment you enter see majestic trey ceilings and OPENNESS. Kitchen opens up to dining and family Rm engaging everyone for great entertainment. For outdoor entertainment just open the 3-pannel sliding door and enjoy the large lanai and backyard. Enough room to build a swimming pool. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main areas. Tile in wet areas. This LUXURY NEW GOURMET Kitchen has it all: Large prep-island with gorgeous high-end granite counter-tops, 42” cabinets, SS appliances stylish pendant lights, LED recessed lights and under cabinet lighting. Glass subway back-splash, cook-top GAS range, vent-out hood, pots and pans drawers, hide-away trash can, built-in pantry,

Supplements: pots filler. Large master BR with double trey ceilings and Bay window and 4 more brs DOWNSTAIRS. MBA features double sink, garden tub & walk-in shower. Large BONUS Rm with double trey ceilings, walk-in closet and a full BA upstairs. Other upgrades include: New RANAI tank less water heater stone electrical fireplace with mantel, designer chandelie ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 895297

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 6
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 2840
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2014
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 50
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 3000
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 3
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Directions: From Racetrack Rd, right on St. Johns Pkwy. RT on Longleaf Pine Pkwy. LF on Islesbrook Pkwy. Left on Ellsworth Cir 2nd entrance. Home will be on the Rt.
Public Remarks: OPEN HOUSE 8/12 from 3:00- 6:00 pm. Stunning 6 BRs, 4BA on a PRESERVE lot in Durbin Crossing. At the moment you enter see majestic trey ceilings and OPENNESS. Kitchen opens up to dining and family Rm engaging everyone for great entertainment. For outdoor entertainment just open the 3-pannel sliding door and enjoy the large lanai and backyard. Enough room to build a swimming pool. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main areas. Tile in wet areas. This LUXURY NEW GOURMET Kitchen has it all: Large prep-island with gorgeous high-end granite counter-tops, 42” cabinets, SS appliances stylish pendant lights, LED recessed lights and under cabinet lighting. Glass subway back-splash, cook-top GAS range, vent-out hood, pots and pans drawers, hide-away trash can, built-in pantry,
List Price/SqFt: 138.73
Sold Price/SqFt: 137.32

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Contemporary Appliances: Dishwasher; Gas Range; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater Fireplace Features: Electric Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; In-Law Floorplan; Kitchen Island; 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 Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Brick; Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Pool Features: None Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Protected Preserve Fencing: Back Yard; Vinyl; Other Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2017-08-04

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 236
Street Name: ELLSWORTH
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: 2017-10-04T14:25:45Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2017-08-14
Close Date: 2017-09-29
Close Price: 390000

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Interior Amenities-Bay/Bow Window(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Structure Builder: Dream Finders
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Energy Features-Exhaust Fans: Y, Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Bath-Garden Bath: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y, Fireplace-Family Room: Y, Fireplace Mantle: Y

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Room Information

Room Name	Level	Remarks
Family Room
Bedroom 5	Second	Bonus Rm or 6 Br with full bath & closet
Bedroom 1	First
Bedroom 2	First
Bedroom 3	First
Bedroom 4	First

Listing Office: FUTURE HOME REALTY INC

Last Updated: June - 30 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.