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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Should I wait for mortgage rates to drop before buying?

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256 SWEETBRIER BRANCH Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 952785)

256 SWEETBRIER BRANCH Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259

$365,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,546 Status: Closed

Current Price: $365,000 List Date: 9/12/2018 Last Modified: 1/12/2026

Overview

Description

Stunning home with numerous updates including: New Roof (2018), 2 New ACs (2017), New Pool Light (2018), Pool Re-marcited (2016). New window panes (most windows - 2018). New Screens in Pool Enclosure (2018). New Fence, fully fenced backyard (2017). Interior walls painted & exterior & doors (2018). New Faucets (2018). Split bedroom layout. Master bedroom suite with walk-in closets & trey vaulted ceiling. Kitchen features beautiful Maple cabinets, pull out shelves, deep drawers, two pantries, wine rack, new microwave & stove - never used. All rooms on the main floor except Bonus room & full bath up (with separate AC zone). Bonus could be 4th bedroom suite, office or home theatre. Pool/backyard backs up to protected preserve - privacy! Just 20 min to ''Town Center'' & 30 min to area Beaches.

Listing Details MLS# 952785

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2546
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1998
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 35
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Name: Vesta Property HOA
Association Phone: 904-503-4915
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 716
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 2
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Directions: From SR 13 turn left onto Race Track Rd, right onto Durbin Creek Blvd, right onto Cattail Circle. Take the 1st left onto Sweetbrier Branch Ln.
Public Remarks: Stunning home with numerous updates including: New Roof (2018), 2 New ACs (2017), New Pool Light (2018), Pool Re-marcited (2016). New window panes (most windows - 2018). New Screens in Pool Enclosure (2018). New Fence, fully fenced backyard (2017). Interior walls painted & exterior & doors (2018). New Faucets (2018). Split bedroom layout. Master bedroom suite with walk-in closets & trey vaulted ceiling. Kitchen features beautiful Maple cabinets, pull out shelves, deep drawers, two pantries, wine rack, new microwave & stove - never used. All rooms on the main floor except Bonus room & full bath up (with separate AC zone). Bonus could be 4th bedroom suite, office or home theatre. Pool/backyard backs up to protected preserve - privacy! Just 20 min to ''Town Center'' & 30 min to area Beaches.
List Price/SqFt: 148.47
Sold Price/SqFt: 143.36

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Ranch Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator Fireplace Features: Double Sided; Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; In-Law Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Frame; Shell Dash Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Screened Pool Features: In Ground; Screen Enclosure Spa Features: Private Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Lot Features: Wooded Fencing: Back Yard; Fenced; Wood Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Golf Course; Jogging Path; 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: 2018-08-17

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 256
Street Name: SWEETBRIER BRANCH
Street Suffix: Lane
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Julington Creek Plan

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2023-11-14T08:40:11Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2018-10-30T18:32:19Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2018-11-21
Close Date: 2018-12-28
Close Price: 365000

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Mandatory Fees: Y, Dining-Kitchen/Family Combo: Y, Club Amenities-Nature Trails: Y, Interior Amenities-Bay/Bow Window(s): Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Marble Fireplace: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Bath-Garden Bath: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Fireplace Mantle: Y

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Room Information

Room Name
Living Room
Great Room
Bonus Room
Utility Room

Documents

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Listing Office: FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC

Last Updated: January - 12 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.