This home is in Jacksonville.
$750,000Sold5 bd · 3 ba · 3,425 sq ft
Sold·Closed Nov 6, 2026·206 days on market·Recent sales in Jacksonville
3865 Sandy Shores Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32277
About this home
Jacksonville
Completely remodeled from top to bottom, this one-of-a-kind lighthouse home offers 3,425 sq ft of luxury living with views of the St. Johns River. Featuring 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, the home blends distinctive architecture with modern finishes. The dramatic sunken two-story living room is filled with natural light and polished concrete floors run throughout the main living area. A large kitchen w/ island, plus dining space, is perfect for entertaining. 2 Bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and laundry room, complete the main floor. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite features it's own balcony for relaxing and watching sunsets. The lighthouse tower has its own spiral staircase leading to the top, where you can unwind and take in panoramic views of the St. Johns River. 2 additional bedrooms and full bathroom upstairs for family or guests. Cul-de-sac, large paver driveway, oversized garage and fully fenced backyard. Close to Jacksonville University, downtown Jax, St Johns River and more.
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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.
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.
Hurricane evacuation zone A
Zone A evacuates first in a storm — typically coastal and surge-prone areas.
Roof: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 1986)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Sewer & public water · JEA
County records show this parcel on central sewer served by JEA — no septic system to inspect or maintain.
Source: Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).
Solar potential: ~1,603 usable sun-hours per year
A strong solar roof by Florida standards — worth pricing panels if energy bills matter to you.
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, read at the listing’s map pin or, on lots of an acre or more, across the county parcel (state cadastral). A zone shown for part of a lot may not be where the home stands. 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.
Around this address
Nearby, from public data
The closest public beach, park, water access, league fields and grocery store from this home's location.
Closest beach parking
South Beach Pavillion, Little Talbot Island State Parkabout 13 mi · 100 parking spaces
Closest park or preserve
Reddie Point Preserveabout 1 mi · 1.2 mi of trails
Closest public boat ramp
Arlington Lions Club Park & Boat Rampabout 0.7 mi · St. Johns River
Closest kayak & paddleboard launch
Blue Cypress Park Canoe Accessabout 0.3 mi · St. Johns River
Closest youth league fields
Blue Cypress Park, Community Center & Golf Courseabout 0.4 mi · Swimming
Closest grocery store
Aldiabout 1 mi · 6060 Fort Caroline Rd No.10,, Jacksonville
Not from the MLS. Places from FWC, FDEP, the water districts, the counties and the cities; stores from state food permits and each chain’s store list. Distances are straight-line from this home unless a drive time is shown. Fees, hours and access change, so check the agency’s page before you go.
Sun & Light
East-facing backyard — the morning-light lot
The listing reports the home facing west, which puts the backyard on the east side. Today at this address: sunrise 6:45 AM, sunset 5:35 PM.
- The rear takes the sunrise and the gentle morning sun, then goes shaded through the afternoon — the classic comfortable-summer-evening lanai in Florida.
- The front of the home carries the hot western afternoon instead of your living space.
Orientation per the MLS listing; sun paths are seasonal geometry for Northeast Florida, not a shade study — trees, screening, and neighboring structures change the picture on any specific lot.
Cost to own
Taxes & assessment
| Year | Market value | Taxable value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $194,628 | $194,628 | — |
| 2024 | $408,438 | $408,438 | ▲ $13,037 |
| 2023 | $410,614 | $402,800 | — |
| 2022 | $366,182 | $366,182 | ▲ $19,195 |
| 2021 | $289,277 | $116,994 | — |
| 2020 | $264,896 | $138,992 | ▲ $9,120 |
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$14,700/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.
History
Price & status history
- Nov 6, 2026Closed$750,000
- Nov 3, 2026Active Under Contract$750,000
- Nov 1, 2026Withdrawn$750,000
- Oct 4, 2026Active Under Contract$750,000
- Sep 23, 2026Price change$750,000−$25,000
- Jul 18, 2026Price change$775,000−$24,000
- Mar 11, 2026Listed$799,000
History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.
Closed sales
What sold nearby
Closed sales within about two miles in the last 18 months, same property type, similar size. Closed prices from the MLS, not estimates. Their median is $209/sq ft; this home is listed at $219/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3857 Sandy Shores Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32277Listed by BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY | May 2026 | $670,000 | $209 | 5/4 | 3,206 | 34 | 0 |
| 4511 Mainmast Lane, Jacksonville, FL 32277Listed by MOMENTUM REALTY | Jul 2026 | $405,000 | $143 | 3/2 | 2,825 | 251 | 0.6 |
| 5634 St Isabel Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32277Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS SOUTHSIDE | Apr 2026 | $350,000 | $136 | 5/3 | 2,575 | 3 | 0.6 |
| 4308 Sage Oak Court, Jacksonville, FL 32277Listed by MAGNOLIA & OAK REAL ESTATE COMPANY LLC | Mar 2026 | $453,000 | $152 | 4/3.5 | 2,986 | 184 | 0.8 |
| 4929 Toproyal Lane, Jacksonville, FL 32277Listed by WATSON REALTY CORP | Nov 2025 | $800,000 | $321 | 4/3 | 2,493 | 227 | 0.8 |
| 4710 University Boulevard N, Jacksonville, FL 32277Listed by GEORGE BARNES REALTY SALES AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT | Feb 2026 | $700,000 | $274 | 4/3 | 2,559 | 110 | 1 |
Sold data from the realMLS IDX feed. A closed price is what a buyer paid, not what this home is worth; Krista runs the adjustments per home.
Features
School Information
Community Information
Amenities
Interior
Exterior
Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS
Sold by: FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC (buyer's brokerage)
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided through the IDX program of realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service). © 2026 Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved.
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