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How many days does it actually take to buy a house in Jacksonville right now?

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712 SHARON Court, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 1196241)

712 SHARON Court, St. Johns, FL 32259

$465,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,094 Status: Closed

Current Price: $465,000 List Date: 10/27/2022 Last Modified: 8/11/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to lovely Tiffany Oaks East in Julington Creek! This recently renovated fine five bedroom home features an expansive backyard with six ft privacy fence, lush shade trees & gorgeous new landscaping. The home site is situated in the back of a quaint cul-de-sac. Inside, you will find 10ft ceilings, elegant faux wood flooring, fresh matte finish SW 'pale oak' paint, upgraded kitchen with granite counters, raised panel antique white cabinets with glass display & stainless steel appliances. House has built-in intercom & surround sound system at touch of a button. The fifth bedroom (conforming) can serve as the upstairs bonus room. The lanai is covered & screened with addnl exterior pavered area for summer kitchen & outdoor grillin

Listing Details MLS# 1196241

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 2094
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2004
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 470
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 822
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 2
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Directions: SR-13 (San Jose Blvd) to east on Racetrack Rd to Linde Ave to E Tropical Trace to Sharon Ct (cul-de-sac) & house is right ahead.
Public Remarks: Welcome to lovely Tiffany Oaks East in Julington Creek! This recently renovated fine five bedroom home features an expansive backyard with six ft privacy fence, lush shade trees & gorgeous new landscaping. The home site is situated in the back of a quaint cul-de-sac. Inside, you will find 10ft ceilings, elegant faux wood flooring, fresh matte finish SW 'pale oak' paint, upgraded kitchen with granite counters, raised panel antique white cabinets with glass display & stainless steel appliances. House has built-in intercom & surround sound system at touch of a button. The fifth bedroom (conforming) can serve as the upstairs bonus room. The lanai is covered & screened with addnl exterior pavered area for summer kitchen & outdoor grillin
List Price/SqFt: 223.97
Sold Price/SqFt: 222.06

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Green Energy Efficient: Windows Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Porch; Screened Pool Features: None Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Irregular Lot; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wooded Fencing: Back Yard; Vinyl; Other Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Fitness Center; Golf Course; Jogging Path; Playground; Tennis Court(s); Trash 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: 2022-10-15

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 712
Street Name: SHARON
Street Suffix: Court
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: Julington Creek Plan

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2023-11-17T16:14:20Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2022-11-15T20:39:32Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2022-11-19
Close Date: 2022-12-19
Close Price: 465000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Mandatory Fees: Y, Football Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Window Treatment(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Glass Block Window(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Structure Builder: D.R. Horton, Golf Course Comm: Y, Suburban Lot Location: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Covenants/Restrictions: Y, Energy Features-Ceiling Fan(s): Y, Club Amenities-Bike Path: Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Bath-Garden Bath: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-French Door(s): Y, Structure Slab: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Intermediate School: Other

Room Information

Room Name
Living Room
Family Room
Bonus Room
Utility Room

Documents

HOA Addendum & CDD Disclosure ›

Seller's Disclosure ›

Listing Office: RE/MAX UNLIMITED

Last Updated: August - 11 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.