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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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869 PINTAIL Trace, Orange Park, FL 32065 (MLS# 2132075)

869 PINTAIL Trace, Orange Park, FL 32065

$445,991

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,400 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,841 Status: Pending

Current Price: $445,991 List Date: 2/26/2026 Last Modified: 2/26/2026

Overview

Description

Welcoming Double Door Entry into the Edison. 5 Bedrooms and 9'ft Ceilings Throughout. Open and inviting Great Room-Dining-Kitchen that offers a chef's kitchen with a roomy solid surface island for gathering around. Loads of storage is available in the walk-in pantry. An amazing owner's suite is located away from the two additional bedrooms with a private on suite bath that offers a soaking tub and step in shower, double sink and separate water closet. Oversized walk-in closet completes your private owner's suite oasis. A corner covered Lanai overlooks your fully landscaped backyard. Photos are representative of a Edison Floorplan**

Listing Details MLS# 2132075

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Living Area: 1908
Living Area Source: Plans
Building Area Total: 2400
Year Built: 2026
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Lot Size Dimensions: 60x120
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 795
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1908
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: Yes
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-12-15
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: North
Directions: 2535 Firethorn Ave., ORANGE PARK, FL 32073 - Directions from I-295/Blanding Blvd: Take Argyle Forest Boulevard (Oakleaf Plantation Parkway) to Cheswick Oak Ave.
Public Remarks: Welcoming Double Door Entry into the Edison. 5 Bedrooms and 9'ft Ceilings Throughout. Open and inviting Great Room-Dining-Kitchen that offers a chef's kitchen with a roomy solid surface island for gathering around. Loads of storage is available in the walk-in pantry. An amazing owner's suite is located away from the two additional bedrooms with a private on suite bath that offers a soaking tub and step in shower, double sink and separate water closet. Oversized walk-in closet completes your private owner's suite oasis. A corner covered Lanai overlooks your fully landscaped backyard. Photos are representative of a Edison Floorplan**
List Price/SqFt: 233.75

Property Features

Architectural Style: Ranch Levels: One Property Condition: Under Construction Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Gas Range; Gas Water Heater; Microwave; Tankless Water Heater Interior Features: Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Tile Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Available; Cable Connected; Electricity Available; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Available; Sewer Connected; Water Available; Water Connected; Other Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Programmable Thermostat Green Energy Efficient: Appliances; Doors; HVAC; Windows Green Water Conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures Security Features: Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Fiber Cement; Frame Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio; Porch; Screened Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Playground; Trash Community Features: Sidewalks; Street Lights Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Negotiable Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2026-02-26

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 869
Street Name: PINTAIL
Street Suffix: Trace
County: Clay
State: FL
Postal Code: 32065
MLS Area Major: 139-Oakleaf/Orange Park/NW Clay County
Subdivision Name: Wilford Preserve

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-02-26T17:53:38Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-02-26

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Historical Information

Public Historical Remarks 1: Utilities-Underground: Y, Mandatory Fees: Y, Utilities-Separate Irrigation Meter: Y, Football Field(s): Y, Self Cleaning Oven: Y, Kitchen-Solid Surface Countertops: Y, Parking Facilities-Keypad Entry: Y, Seller May Pay Closing: Y, Suburban Lot Location: Y
Public Historical Remarks 2: Covenants/Restrictions: Y, Builder Warranty: Y, Energy Features-Ridge Vents: Y, Soccer Field(s): Y, Interior Amenities-Structured Wiring: Y, Interior Amenities-Ceiling 8+ Ft.: Y, Interior Amenities-Sliding Glass Door(s): Y, Structure Slab: Y

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level: First
Bedroom 3 Level: First
Bedroom 4 Level: First
Dining Room Level: First
Family Room Level: First
Kitchen Level: First
Primary Bathroom Level: First
Primary Bedroom Level: First

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Family Room	First	15.00	17.00
Dining Room	First	12.00	13.00
Kitchen	First	12.00	13.00
Primary Bedroom	First	15.00	14.00	Walk in closet
Primary Bathroom	First			Dual Sinks
Bedroom 2	First	11.00	11.00
Bedroom 3	First	11.00	11.00
Bedroom 4	First	11.00	10.00

Listing Office: OLYMPUS EXECUTIVE REALTY, INC

Last Updated: February - 26 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.