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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71 WINDY WHISPER Drive, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081 (MLS# 1084333)

71 WINDY WHISPER Drive, Ponte Vedra, FL 32081

$360,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,437 Status: Closed

Current Price: $360,000 List Date: 11/25/2020 Last Modified: 2/04/2025

Overview

Description

You'll love this waterfront location in Del Webb! Owners have upgraded & updated throughout- glass enclosed Florida rm w/triple sliders plus covered screened porch overlooking the lake with tranquil views...This perfect sized home features wood floors in all public areas - bright kitchen with ample white cabinets & breakfast nook- Spacious Master enjoys lake views...Master bath features a large walk in shower- double vanity & lots of storage space-Lg walk-in-closet w/extra shelving-3rd bedroom makes a nice office and does have a closet-CDD has been PAID OFF!!! Buyer only pays yearly fees ($544.60 on 2020 tax bill)a saving of about $1800/year! Almost new & upgraded AC- Loads of extras-3 Sun Tunnels-window tinting-extra shelving-New whole house Surge Protector-and lots of driveway space!

Listing Details MLS# 1084333

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1437
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2012
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 195
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Name: Riverwood by Del Web
Association Phone: 866-378-1099
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 544.6
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 2
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: Yes
Directions: Nocatee Expressway to south on Crosswater Parkway to Del Webb PV on left-through gate to right on River Run then second left Cypress Bay-1st right on Windy Whisper to home on left at cul de sac
Public Remarks: You'll love this waterfront location in Del Webb! Owners have upgraded & updated throughout- glass enclosed Florida rm w/triple sliders plus covered screened porch overlooking the lake with tranquil views...This perfect sized home features wood floors in all public areas - bright kitchen with ample white cabinets & breakfast nook- Spacious Master enjoys lake views...Master bath features a large walk in shower- double vanity & lots of storage space-Lg walk-in-closet w/extra shelving-3rd bedroom makes a nice office and does have a closet-CDD has been PAID OFF!!! Buyer only pays yearly fees ($544.60 on 2020 tax bill)a saving of about $1800/year! Almost new & upgraded AC- Loads of extras-3 Sun Tunnels-window tinting-extra shelving-New whole house Surge Protector-and lots of driveway space!
List Price/SqFt: 242.87
Sold Price/SqFt: 250.52

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Flat; Patio Home; Ranch Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Primary Downstairs; Skylight(s); Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Green Energy Efficient: Doors; Windows Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch; Patio; Porch; Screened Spa Features: Private Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Waterfront Features: Lake Front Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Sauna; Security; Spa/Hot Tub; 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: 2020-11-25

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 71
Street Name: WINDY WHISPER
Street Suffix: Drive
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32081
MLS Area Major: 272-Nocatee South
Subdivision Name: Del Webb Ponte Vedra

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2020-12-30T19:48:02Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2020-12-05
Close Date: 2020-12-30
Close Price: 360000

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Club Amenities-Nature Trails: Y, Club Amenities-Game Room: Y, Interior Amenities-Tinted Window(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Glass Room: Y, Dining-Living/Dining Combo: Y, Club Amenities-Bike Path: Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y

More Information

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width
Florida Room
Utility Room
Living Room	First	14.00	16.00
Dining Room		10.00	10.00
Kitchen		12.90	12.11
Primary Bedroom		14.60	15.00
Bedroom 1		10.60	10.40
Bedroom 2		9.60	8.80

Documents

Listing Office: WATSON REALTY CORP

Last Updated: February - 04 - 2025

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.