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12974 HELM Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32258
$669,900



















































Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
2
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
2,642
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
12,632
Status:
Active Under Contract
Current Price:
$669,900
List Date:
9/30/2024
Last Modified:
4/28/2025
Description
Immerse yourself in the ultimate waterfront lifestyle with this unique, remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1,462 sq. ft. home, where the beauty of Florida wildlife and nature surround you. Perched on pilings, the home gives you the true feeling of living in a boathouse, blending seamlessly with the tranquil canal with deep water access that leads directly to Julington Creek and the St. Johns River.
Separate BOAT HOUSE is 516 sq. ft. with Kitchen, Full Bath, Murphy Bed and Private Covered Balcony overlooking the canal.
Boat Dock equipped with 3-Covered Boat Ports including: 13,000 lb. Boat Lift, Jet Ski Lift, Boat Port; and, Floating Boat Ramp for a TOTAL of 4 personal water crafts.
Supplements: A fisherman's paradise! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, the property is perfect for unwinding after a day on the water. The spacious ground floor garage offers ample storage for all your gear. Covered parking for up to 4 vehicles! The main house features a beautifully built-out kitchen with ergonomic pull-out-shelves and an oversized granite countertop island, ideal for hosting. The large owner's suite includes a walk-in closet, and the outdoor deck overlooks the serene water. With front and rear stairs and decking all around, this home is designed for enjoying the best of Florida's coastal waterfront lifestyle!
More Information MLS# 2048690
Contract Information
Current Price: $669,900
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: Yes
Status: Active Under Contract
List Price: $669,900
Listing Contract Date: 2024-09-09
Location Tax and Legal
Street Number: 12974
Street Name: HELM
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Duval
State: FL
Postal Code: 32258
MLS Area Major: 014-Mandarin
Subdivision Name: Del Rio Mandarin
General Property Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 1462
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Building Area Total: 2642
Year Built: 1983
Homestead YN: Yes
Lot Size Acres: 0.29
Association YN: No
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Carport YN: Yes
Carport Spaces: 4
Pool Private YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Water Frontage Feet: 100
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 1
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: East
Directions: I-95 South, Take Exit 335 for Old St. Augustine Road, Turn Left onto Old St. Augustine Road, Turn Left onto Knotah Road, Turn Right onto Julington Creek Road, Turn Left onto Helm Drive, at the end of the cul-de-sac, the property is located on the Right at 12794 Helm Drive.
Public Remarks: Immerse yourself in the ultimate waterfront lifestyle with this unique, remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1,462 sq. ft. home, where the beauty of Florida wildlife and nature surround you. Perched on pilings, the home gives you the true feeling of living in a boathouse, blending seamlessly with the tranquil canal with deep water access that leads directly to Julington Creek and the St. Johns River.
Separate BOAT HOUSE is 516 sq. ft. with Kitchen, Full Bath, Murphy Bed and Private Covered Balcony overlooking the canal.
Boat Dock equipped with 3-Covered Boat Ports including: 13,000 lb. Boat Lift, Jet Ski Lift, Boat Port; and, Floating Boat Ramp for a TOTAL of 4 personal water crafts.
List Price/SqFt: 458.21
Status Change Information
Major Change Timestamp: 2025-04-12T01:19:21Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2025-03-18T21:37:36Z
Contingency: Active Under Contract
Contingent Date: 2025-04-11
DPR Eligible
DPR Eligible: Yes
Property Features
Architectural Style: Stilt
Levels: One
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Cooktop; Electric Oven; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Tile; Vinyl
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; In Unit; Washer Hookup
Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected
Cooling: Central Air; Split System; Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating: Central
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Smart Home Features: Locks
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement; Vinyl Siding
Other Structures: Boat House
Exterior Features: Balcony; Boat Lift; Boat Ramp - Private; Boat Slip; Dock; Fire Pit; Impact Windows; Outdoor Shower
Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Patio
Roof: Metal
Parking Features: Attached; Attached Carport; Covered; Garage
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac; Few Trees
View: Canal; Water
Waterfront Features: Canal Front; Creek; River Access
Fencing: Wood; Wrought Iron
Current Use: Residential
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Surface Type: Paved
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan
Contingency Reason: Financing
Listing Office: THE LEGENDS OF REAL ESTATE
Last Updated: April - 28 - 2025
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.