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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833 LOTUS Lane N, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2143885)

833 LOTUS Lane N, St. Johns, FL 32259

$600,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,378 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 11,326 Status: Closed

Current Price: $600,000 List Date: 5/07/2026 Last Modified: 7/29/2026

Overview

Description

$10K PRICE IMPROVEMENT !!!! Stunning pool home located in the heart of St Johns County in sought after Julington Creek Plantation. This home is situated on an oversized Cul De Sac lot featuring 4 bedrooms 3 full baths and 2378 sqft of living space, located minutes to shopping , restaurants and all of Julington Creek Plantations amazing amenities ! As you enter the foyer you will notice the hard wood flooring throughout the living area , Foyer opens to the formal living room & to your right is the formal dining area. Family room & kitchen combination is great for entertaining , kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops , breakfast bar and tiled back splash . Light and bright family room features a wood burning fireplace with built-ins. There is also a flex space which can be used as an office or gym with french doors leading out to your tranquil backyard oasis featuring your private pool , tons of entertaining space and a covered cabana

Supplements: for enjoying those amazing summer evenings !! Primary Bedroom features en-suite bath with remolded shower and separate tub as well as dual vanities and 2 separate closets. There are 3 additional bedrooms with generous closet space and 2 additional full baths. Pool Filter & pump 2025 , AC replaced in 2025 , Cabana built in 2022 , Roof 2020 !!!!

Listing Details MLS# 2143885

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2378
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2000
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.26
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 580
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1426.73
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: Yes
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: Race Track Rd turn left on Durbin Crossing Blvd , left on Morning Glory Ln, left on Edgewater Branch Dr , left on Lotus Ln N home will be on your left
Public Remarks: $10K PRICE IMPROVEMENT !!!! Stunning pool home located in the heart of St Johns County in sought after Julington Creek Plantation. This home is situated on an oversized Cul De Sac lot featuring 4 bedrooms 3 full baths and 2378 sqft of living space, located minutes to shopping , restaurants and all of Julington Creek Plantations amazing amenities ! As you enter the foyer you will notice the hard wood flooring throughout the living area , Foyer opens to the formal living room & to your right is the formal dining area. Family room & kitchen combination is great for entertaining , kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops , breakfast bar and tiled back splash . Light and bright family room features a wood burning fireplace with built-ins. There is also a flex space which can be used as an office or gym with french doors leading out to your tranquil backyard oasis featuring your private pool , tons of entertaining space and a covered cabana
List Price/SqFt: 258.58
Sold Price/SqFt: 252.31

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch Levels: One Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; His and Hers Closets; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Pool Features: In Ground Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac Fencing: Fenced Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Jogging Path; Pickleball; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Financing; Inspection