This home is in Jacksonville — a pool home in Jacksonville.
Active·117 days on market
2970 Shady Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32257
About this home
Jacksonville
In the serene, sought-after enclave of Mandarin, where moss-draped oaks meet modern luxury, stands an architectural masterpiece. Offered with a flexible Lease-Option-to-Buy path to homeownership. This home offers high end finishes and thoughtful design. All three bathrooms feature sleek floating vanities for a modern feel throughout. The primary suite is a true retreat, generously sized to accommodate a king size bed with room for a dedicated sitting area. The home is nestled in a lush, wooded lot with mature oak trees. The property features a unique footprint that is centered around a swimming pool. The exterior is a mix of sharp angles and unexpected curves, notably a large semi-circular arched window on the ground floor that serves as a focal point. Large floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors are integrated throughout, seamlessly connecting indoors and outdoors. New roof, heat pump, water heater, kitchen appliances 2022 Seller is a licensed realtor representing herself.
Cost to own
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Cost to own
True monthly cost
What this home actually costs per month at the asking price — not just the mortgage.
- • Homeowners insurance is on top — in Florida it varies widely with roof age and wind/flood zone (see the Reality Check below). Budget it before you offer.
- • In CDD communities (Nocatee, eTown, Seven Pines…), bond assessments are collected on the property-tax bill, and the amount varies home to home — a prior owner may have prepaid the bond — so we confirm this home’s exact line rather than trust a community average.
- • Taxes are estimated at YOUR purchase price — Florida assessments reset on sale, so the seller’s current bill is usually lower than yours will be (that applies to the reference bill above too).
Cost to own
Taxes & assessment
Last sold: $615,000 in April 2023(county public record, not MLS data)
| Year | Market value | Taxable value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $543,358 | $543,358 | — |
| 2024 | $508,806 | $508,806 | ▲ $25,363 |
| 2023 | $661,204 | $661,204 | ▲ $159,127 |
| 2022 | $418,920 | $186,016 | — |
| 2021 | $315,795 | $179,128 | ▲ $15,283 |
| 2020 | $291,984 | $175,958 | — |
2024 property taxes (current owner): $9,090/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$13,700/yr
Florida’s Save Our Homes cap limits how fast the current owner’s assessment can rise — and it resets when a home sells, so a buyer’s tax bill is typically based on the purchase price, not the seller’s bill above. Estimate uses the median effective rate across 3,305 current Duval listings and includes typical non-ad-valorem assessments; actual taxes depend on exemptions and taxing district. Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll (2025), NEFMLS.
Storms & insurance
Florida Reality Check
The storm-and-insurance facts every Florida buyer should know up front.
Zone X — minimal flood hazard
Flood insurance is typically not required by lenders (always optional).
Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowners insurance — it’s always a separate policy.
Outside all hurricane evacuation zones
This location is not in a designated storm-surge evacuation zone.
Roof: Membrane — year not disclosed (home built 1979)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Sewer records conflict — verify
The MLS lists “Public Sewer”, while Florida DOH records suggest an onsite septic system. Don’t rely on either — confirm the actual system, and if septic is possible, budget an inspection, before you offer. Municipal drinking water from JEA per the county inventory.
Sources: MLS listing + Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).
Solar potential: ~970 usable sun-hours per year
Moderate solar exposure — shade or roof orientation limits panel output here.
Krista can connect you with local insurance quotes before you make an offer.
Ask about this homeAs of July 2026, this Reality Check is informational only — it draws on FEMA/FDEM hazard layers, Florida DOH water records, and the listing’s own fields at this property’s coordinates. None of it is a determination, survey, or inspection, and public records can lag or conflict with on-site conditions. Independently verify anything you’ll rely on: the flood zone at msc.fema.gov and floridadisaster.org/knowyourzone (and confirm flood-insurance cost with your lender and a licensed insurance agent), and the sewer/septic, roof, and utilities with a professional inspection.
History
Price & status history
- Aug 2, 2026Price change$699,900−$15,100
- Apr 8, 2026Listed$715,000
History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.
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Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: LOU MORALES REALTY INC
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by realMLS (Northeast Florida MLS).
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