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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400 BUCKHEAD Court, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 651355)

400 BUCKHEAD Court, St. Johns, FL 32259

$276,500

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,588 Status: Closed

Current Price: $276,500 List Date: 3/26/2013 Last Modified: 12/30/2025

Overview

Description

This 2588 sq ft home offers an open floor plan The many windows help maximize the amount of natural light that brightens the interior. There are many upgrades in this home, including granite counter tops, 42 inch kitchen cabinets, three car garage, GE appliances, a leisure room on then 2nd floor. This Energy Star home is located right next to the bus stop which will transport your school age children to one of the A rated schools. This cul-de-sac home site is approx .25 acres and has a classic style brick wall. The desirable Durbin Crossing offers 2 multi million dollar amenity centers that cater to an active lifestyle for both children and adults. The debt portion of the CDD fee required by all home owners has been paid off, resulting savings of almost $1900.00 per year

Listing Details MLS# 651355

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2588
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2008
Lot Size Dimensions: 57 x 137 x 95 x 54 x 77
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 55
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee 2: 718
Association Phone: 904.592.4090
CDD Fee YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 3
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Directions: From Race Track South on Veteran Parkway. turn left North Durbin Parkway, right on Buckhead at the round-a-bout. first house on the right
Public Remarks: This 2588 sq ft home offers an open floor plan The many windows help maximize the amount of natural light that brightens the interior. There are many upgrades in this home, including granite counter tops, 42 inch kitchen cabinets, three car garage, GE appliances, a leisure room on then 2nd floor. This Energy Star home is located right next to the bus stop which will transport your school age children to one of the A rated schools. This cul-de-sac home site is approx .25 acres and has a classic style brick wall. The desirable Durbin Crossing offers 2 multi million dollar amenity centers that cater to an active lifestyle for both children and adults. The debt portion of the CDD fee required by all home owners has been paid off, resulting savings of almost $1900.00 per year
List Price/SqFt: 111.86
Sold Price/SqFt: 106.84

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Green Energy Efficient: Appliances; Doors; HVAC; Lighting; Windows Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Concrete; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Patio Pool Features: None Spa Features: Private Roof: Shingle Lot Features: Corner Lot; Cul-De-Sac; Irregular Lot; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Playground; Spa/Hot Tub; Tennis Court(s) Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; USDA Loan; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2013-01-29

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 400
Street Name: BUCKHEAD
Street Suffix: Court
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: 2023-11-14T18:56:57Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2013-03-15T01:28:30Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2013-04-20
Close Date: 2013-06-10
Close Price: 276500

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Utilities-Underground: Y, Mandatory Fees: Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Suburban Lot Location: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Bath-Garden Bath: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-French Door(s): Y, Fenced Partial: Y, Satellite System - Owned: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Occupant Type: Pets, See ShowingAssist, Occupied - Lockbox, Occupied

More Information

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Great Room
Utility Room
Other	First	10.00	10.00	Breakfast Room
Family Room	First	20.00	17.00
Living Room	First	12.00	11.00
Dining Room	First	12.00	10.00	Separate Dining Room
Kitchen	First	11.00	10.00
Other	Second	13.00	13.00
Primary Bedroom	Second	13.00	16.00
Bedroom 1	Second	12.00	12.00
Bedroom 2	Second	12.00	11.00
Bedroom 3	Second	10.00	9.00

Listing Office: ATLANTIC SHORES REALTY OF JACKSONVILLE LLC

Last Updated: December - 30 - 2025

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.