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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3196 LITCHFIELD Drive, Orange Park, FL 32065 (MLS# 925890)

3196 LITCHFIELD Drive, Orange Park, FL 32065

$189,500

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,673 Status: Closed

Current Price: $189,500 List Date: 3/13/2018 Last Modified: 11/04/2026

Overview

Description

BACK ON THE MARKET--FICKLE BUYER! This home has an amazing outdoor space for entertaining lots of friends & family or just enjoying the peace & quiet! Beautiful pavers span the entire pergola across the rear of the home--a full 45 feet. Have fun roasting marshmallows over the firepit while gazing at the lovely water view! Inviting open floorplan. Real wood floors except for beds & baths! Loads of storage & floored attic with lighting & stairs. Updated lighting, stainless appls, custom builtins in master walkin closet & much, much more! A must see! **This floorplan is a 4 bedroom--the original owners had the wall between the 3rd & 4th bedroom deleted to make a over-sized room. 2 closets & 2 entry doors make it easy to convert back to a 4--estimate was $500 for wall install

Listing Details MLS# 925890

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1673
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2003
Lot Size Dimensions: .24
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 75
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Oakleaf Plantation
Association Phone: 904-562-0249
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1656
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 2
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Stories: Yes
Directions: Take I295 to Blanding Blvd, R on Argyle Blvd, L on Oakleaf Village Parkway, L on Oakside Dr, L on Bellshire, R on Litchfield to home on R in Cul De Sac.
Public Remarks: BACK ON THE MARKET--FICKLE BUYER! This home has an amazing outdoor space for entertaining lots of friends & family or just enjoying the peace & quiet! Beautiful pavers span the entire pergola across the rear of the home--a full 45 feet. Have fun roasting marshmallows over the firepit while gazing at the lovely water view! Inviting open floorplan. Real wood floors except for beds & baths! Loads of storage & floored attic with lighting & stairs. Updated lighting, stainless appls, custom builtins in master walkin closet & much, much more! A must see! **This floorplan is a 4 bedroom--the original owners had the wall between the 3rd & 4th bedroom deleted to make a over-sized room. 2 closets & 2 entry doors make it easy to convert back to a 4--estimate was $500 for wall install
List Price/SqFt: 113.27
Sold Price/SqFt: 113.27

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Contemporary Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Connected; Other Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Green Energy Efficient: Windows Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Patio Pool Features: None Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear View: Water Waterfront Features: Lake Front Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2018-03-13

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 3196
Street Name: LITCHFIELD
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Clay
State: FL
Postal Code: 32065
MLS Area Major: 139-Oakleaf/Orange Park/NW Clay County
Subdivision Name: Oakleaf Plantation

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2018-05-21T11:14:31Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2018-03-20
Close Date: 2018-05-15
Close Price: 189500

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Dining-Kitchen/Family Combo: Y, Football Field(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Parking Facilities-Keypad Entry: Y, Stone Fireplace: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Club Amenities-Bike Path: Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Baseball Field(s): Y, Bath-Garden Bath: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y, Fireplace-Family Room: Y, Structure Slab: Y

Room Information

Room Name
Living Room
Family Room

Listing Office: KELLER WILLIAMS JACKSONVILLE

Last Updated: November - 04 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.