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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546 LAUREL GROVE Lane, Orange Park, FL 32073 (MLS# 2028977)

546 LAUREL GROVE Lane, Orange Park, FL 32073

$350,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,841 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 15,682 Status: Closed

Current Price: $350,000 List Date: 5/31/2024 Last Modified: 4/17/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 546 Laurel Grove Ln, Orange Park, FL 32073—a charming cul-de-sac home with no CDD or HOA fees! This meticulously maintained property features numerous upgrades, including a steel roof on the house, shed, and workshop, solar panels, an upgraded electrical panel, a high-efficiency split AC system for the home and spacious workshop, a hybrid water heater, updated plumbing systems and electrical to current standards, and more. The exterior features a two-car carport, a private covered and open front porch, and gutters around the entire house. Gracing the home with a lovely curb appeal is the beautifully landscaped yard with magnolia trees and a fig tree. Inside, you'll find upgraded hardwood floors, plantation shutters, thermal shades, and vaulted ceilings in every room. Skylights throughout the home flood the space with natural light. The kitchen showcases stainless steel KitchenAid appliances, a propane gas stovetop with a hood range vent, an electric oven, a French-style

Supplements: refrigerator, a stylish backsplash, updated granite countertops, and upgraded built-in cabinet drawers and organizers. The den features large bay windows with blackout shades and a built-in desk, perfect for a home office or additional bedroom with the application of closet doors. All bedrooms offer stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. The primary be ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 2028977

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1717
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Building Area Total: 2841
Year Built: 1960
Lot Size Acres: 0.36
Association YN: No
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: No
Carport YN: Yes
Carport Spaces: 2
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-295 N, take exit toward Hwy 17 S. Turn left onto Hwy 17 S. Take right onto Milwaukee Ave, left onto Plainfield Ave, left at the 1st cross street onto Laurel Grove. Home will be on the right.
Public Remarks: Welcome to 546 Laurel Grove Ln, Orange Park, FL 32073—a charming cul-de-sac home with no CDD or HOA fees! This meticulously maintained property features numerous upgrades, including a steel roof on the house, shed, and workshop, solar panels, an upgraded electrical panel, a high-efficiency split AC system for the home and spacious workshop, a hybrid water heater, updated plumbing systems and electrical to current standards, and more. The exterior features a two-car carport, a private covered and open front porch, and gutters around the entire house. Gracing the home with a lovely curb appeal is the beautifully landscaped yard with magnolia trees and a fig tree. Inside, you'll find upgraded hardwood floors, plantation shutters, thermal shades, and vaulted ceilings in every room. Skylights throughout the home flood the space with natural light. The kitchen showcases stainless steel KitchenAid appliances, a propane gas stovetop with a hood range vent, an electric oven, a French-style
List Price/SqFt: 214.91
Sold Price/SqFt: 203.84

Property Features

Levels: One Appliances: Electric Oven; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator Interior Features: Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; His and Hers Closets; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s) Flooring: Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Sink; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Propane Cooling: Central Air; Split System Heating: Central Electric: 100 Amp Service; 200+ Amp Service Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Irrigation; Security Security Features: Security System Owned Construction Materials: Concrete; Frame Other Structures: Shed(s); Workshop Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Patio Pool Features: None Roof: Metal Parking Features: Attached Carport; Covered Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac Fencing: Back Yard; Fenced; Wood Current Use: Single Family Road Frontage Type: City Street Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Appraisal; Financing; Inspection

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Listing Contract Date: 2024-05-31

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 546
Street Name: LAUREL GROVE
Street Suffix: Lane
County: Clay
State: FL
Postal Code: 32073
MLS Area Major: 137-Doctor's Lake
Subdivision Name: Laurel Grove

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2024-07-09T17:38:38Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2024-06-06
Close Date: 2024-07-09
Close Price: 350000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY

Last Updated: April - 17 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.