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729 CARTHAGE Place, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 1217261)

729 CARTHAGE Place, St. Johns, FL 32259

$1,100,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 4,000 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,100,000 List Date: 3/16/2023 Last Modified: 4/06/2026

Overview

Description

Located in the beautiful gated community of St. Johns Forest and surrounded by a nature preserve, this full brick home is one of a kind. Relax by the large screened pool area in total privacy or enjoy the outdoors on one of the two patios or upstairs screened balcony. With heigh ceilings, wood flooring and an abundance of wood trim throughout, this home is a show stopper. All windows are cased, 5' baseboards, solid core upgraded interior doors and custom blinds are used throughout the home. Look up in the dining room and primary bedroom to find cove lighting. In the family room, a floor to ceiling cast stone fireplace with mantel is encased by custom built-in cabinets for a grand focal point. The fireplace is currently gas but can be easily converted to wood logs, if preferred. Hosting

Supplements: your family and friends will be a breeze with a large sized kitchen great for gatherings, Climb the upscale staircase to the second floor where you'll find a bonus room with a wet bar and mini refrigerator. Design tiles are used in all bathrooms with granite countertops throughout. With too many extras to mention, this home is a must-see. Look un ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 1217261

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 4000
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2006
Lot Size Dimensions: 85 x 165
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 668
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Name: First CoastAssoc
Association Phone: 904-998-5365
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1405
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 3
Pool Private YN: Yes
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Directions: Take I-95 to CR210 to St. Johns Forest. Through guard gate to left on Carthage Place. Guest must enter community off CR210. Must use entrance off 210.
Public Remarks: Located in the beautiful gated community of St. Johns Forest and surrounded by a nature preserve, this full brick home is one of a kind. Relax by the large screened pool area in total privacy or enjoy the outdoors on one of the two patios or upstairs screened balcony. With heigh ceilings, wood flooring and an abundance of wood trim throughout, this home is a show stopper. All windows are cased, 5' baseboards, solid core upgraded interior doors and custom blinds are used throughout the home. Look up in the dining room and primary bedroom to find cove lighting. In the family room, a floor to ceiling cast stone fireplace with mantel is encased by custom built-in cabinets for a grand focal point. The fireplace is currently gas but can be easily converted to wood logs, if preferred. Hosting
List Price/SqFt: 281.25
Sold Price/SqFt: 275

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: .51 to 1 Acre Architectural Style: Traditional Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Gas Cooktop; Gas Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Water Softener Owned; Wine Cooler Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Butler Pantry; Entrance Foyer; In-Law Floorplan; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Connected; Natural Gas Available Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Natural Gas Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Brick; Frame; Stucco Exterior Features: Balcony Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Patio; Porch; Screened Pool Features: In Ground; Pool Sweep; Screen Enclosure Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wooded Fencing: Wrought Iron Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Clubhouse; Fitness Center; Playground; Security; Tennis Court(s) Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2023-03-15

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 729
Street Name: CARTHAGE
Street Suffix: Place
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: 2023-04-07T19:15:55Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2023-03-18
Close Date: 2023-04-07
Close Price: 1100000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Utilities-Underground: Y, Mandatory Fees: Y, Utilities-Separate Irrigation Meter: Y, Bath-Owner Bath W/Whirlpool: Y, Interior aMENITIES-Prewired Audio: Y, Interior Amenities-Bay/Bow Window(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Courtyard Entry Garage: Y, Stone Fireplace: Y, Structure Builder: Toll Brothers, Suburban Lot Location: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Landscape Lighting: Y, Covenants/Restrictions: Y, Energy Features-Ridge Vents: Y, Energy Features-Exhaust Fans: Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-French Door(s): Y, Down-Draft Cook top: Y, Fireplace-Family Room: Y, Fireplace Mantle: Y, Structure Slab: Y, Fenced Partial: Y
Public Historical Remarks 3: Intermediate School: Other

Room Information

Room Name
Living Room
Family Room
Office
Utility Room

Documents

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Last Updated: April - 06 - 2026

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