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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79 RIVA RIDGE Place, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 1233907)

79 RIVA RIDGE Place, St. Johns, FL 32259

$719,900

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,531 Status: Closed

Current Price: $719,900 List Date: 6/23/2023 Last Modified: 3/06/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome home to this immaculate 5 bedroom 3.5 bathroom home in The Haven at RiverTown! All of the custom features and finishes in this home are sure to wow you! Keep your guests comfortable in the downstairs guest suite with their own attached bathroom. Entertain your entire family in the open concept living area and separate dining space. The separate dining space can easily be converted into a den or home office. Cook your favorite meals in you large, open kitchen with 42'' cabinets, quartz countertops, food prep island and gas stove. Kick your feet up and relax in the evening on your extended back patio in your preserve lot home. Head upstairs to a large bonus room/loft that can be used as a playroom or movie room.

Supplements: Laundry will never be an issue again with the laundry room located upstairs with the main bedrooms with direct access to the master closet. Master bedroom includes two walk-in closets. Take a drive on your golf cart or a quick ride on your bike to spend your off time at RiverTown's own poolside restaurant and bar. Walk the relaxing nature trails or ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 1233907

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 3531
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2021
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 45
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2760
New Construction YN: No
Garage Spaces: 3
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: 2
Directions: From I-295S, take Ex 5 onto SR-13. Turn right onto San Jose Blvd. At roundabout, take 2nd exit onto Rivertown Blvd. Left onto Kendall Crossing Dr. Turn Left on Dalia Falls. Turn Left on Riva Ridge.
Public Remarks: Welcome home to this immaculate 5 bedroom 3.5 bathroom home in The Haven at RiverTown! All of the custom features and finishes in this home are sure to wow you! Keep your guests comfortable in the downstairs guest suite with their own attached bathroom. Entertain your entire family in the open concept living area and separate dining space. The separate dining space can easily be converted into a den or home office. Cook your favorite meals in you large, open kitchen with 42'' cabinets, quartz countertops, food prep island and gas stove. Kick your feet up and relax in the evening on your extended back patio in your preserve lot home. Head upstairs to a large bonus room/loft that can be used as a playroom or movie room.
List Price/SqFt: 203.88
Sold Price/SqFt: 203.88

Property Features

Approx Parcel Size: Less than .25 Acre Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Ice Maker; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer Interior Features: Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Walk-In Closet(s) Utilities: Natural Gas Available Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Additional Parking; Attached; Garage Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wooded Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Boat Dock; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Playground; Security; 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: 2023-06-23

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 79
Street Name: RIVA RIDGE
Street Suffix: Place
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 302-Orangedale Area
Subdivision Name: Haven At Rivertown

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2023-08-09T14:44:55Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2023-07-26
Close Date: 2023-08-07
Close Price: 719900

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

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Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Club Amenities-Nature Trails: Y, Club Amenities-Game Room: Y, Interior Amenities-Window Treatment(s): Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Common Club Amenities-Club Facilities: Y, Dining-Living/Dining Combo: Y, Club Amenities-Bike Path: Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y

Room Information

Room Name
Family Room

Documents

Listing Office: HERRON REAL ESTATE LLC

Last Updated: March - 06 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.