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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397 ST JOHNS FOREST Boulevard, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 933730)

397 ST JOHNS FOREST Boulevard, St. Johns, FL 32259

$490,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,448 Status: Closed

Current Price: $490,000 List Date: 4/30/2018 Last Modified: 8/12/2026

Overview

Description

Beautifully appointed 5 bedroom, 4 full bath, pool home on preserve corner lot in the desirable gated community of Saint Johns Forest. Screened and heated pool with waterfall feature and recessed LED lighting. Downstairs features tile and wood floors throughout. Huge kitchen that opens to breakfast area and family room perfect for entertaining. Granite counter tops, stainless appliances, beautiful white cabinets. 3.5'' plantation shutters throughout entire house. Guest room downstairs; perfect for movie room or 5th bedroom. Upstairs you will find the spacious master with brand new built-in closet. All bedrooms upstairs have walk in closets. Bedroom upstairs with private attached full bath; could be 2nd master. HOA includes high speed internet. To many extras to list! St Johns A+ schools

Listing Details MLS# 933730

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 4
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3448
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2012
Lot Size Dimensions: .29 acres
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 587
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Name: First Coast Manageme
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1333.04
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 3
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Directions: From I-95 exit at CR 210 and proceed west. Turn right into main gated entrance to St. Johns Forest Blvd, stay on St Johns Forest Blvd to the end, home is on the left.
Public Remarks: Beautifully appointed 5 bedroom, 4 full bath, pool home on preserve corner lot in the desirable gated community of Saint Johns Forest. Screened and heated pool with waterfall feature and recessed LED lighting. Downstairs features tile and wood floors throughout. Huge kitchen that opens to breakfast area and family room perfect for entertaining. Granite counter tops, stainless appliances, beautiful white cabinets. 3.5'' plantation shutters throughout entire house. Guest room downstairs; perfect for movie room or 5th bedroom. Upstairs you will find the spacious master with brand new built-in closet. All bedrooms upstairs have walk in closets. Bedroom upstairs with private attached full bath; could be 2nd master. HOA includes high speed internet. To many extras to list! St Johns A+ schools
List Price/SqFt: 143.56
Sold Price/SqFt: 142.11

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Softener Owned Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Connected; Natural Gas Available; Other Cooling: Central Air; Zoned Heating: Central; Heat Pump; Zoned Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Entertainment; Monitoring; Programmable Thermostat; Security; Smoke Detector Green Building Verification Type: Other Green Energy Efficient: Appliances; Doors; Windows Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Patio; Screened Pool Features: In Ground; Heated; Screen Enclosure Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Corner Lot; Wooded View: Protected Preserve Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Playground; Security; 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: 2018-04-29

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 397
Street Name: ST JOHNS FOREST
Street Suffix: Boulevard
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: St Johns Forest

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2018-05-31T13:17:55Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2018-05-15
Close Date: 2018-05-29
Close Price: 490000

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Det Heat SQFT: 3448.00, Utilities-Underground: Y, Interior Amenities-Window Treatment(s): Y, Interior aMENITIES-Prewired Audio: Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Parking Facilities-Keypad Entry: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Energy Features-Exhaust Fans: Y, Energy Features-Forced Air: Y, Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-French Door(s): Y, Structure Slab: Y

More Information

Room Information

Room Name
Family Room
Office
Loft
Utility Room

Documents

Seller Disclosure ›

Termite Certificate ›

Survey, 397 St Johns Forest Blvd. ›

HOA Disclosure ›

Listing Office: RE/MAX UNLIMITED

Last Updated: August - 12 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.