This home is in Kensington, Jacksonville.
Sold·Closed Aug 21, 2026·63 days on market·Recent sales in Kensington·Kensington
12353 Brighton Bay Trail S
Jacksonville, FL 32246
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About this home
Kensington
OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 7/12 from 2-4pm. Location is everything and this one delivers. Tucked in a sought after neighborhood just 10 minutes from the beach, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home checks every box for buyers who want lifestyle and value. Inside, the split floor plan offers privacy and flow, with a fresh paint that feels bright and move-in ready from the moment you walk in. The kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring 42-inch cabinets, a built-in oven, and stunning marble countertops and flooring that bring an elevated, polished feel to everyday living. When it's time to unwind or entertain, the all season room extends your living space year round. Paid for solar benefits the new owners with discounted utilities. The community adds even more: a pool, playground, and HOA sponsored events that actually bring neighbors together. Minutes to Mayo Clinic, UNF, and premier shopping. This is the kind of address that just makes life easier.
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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).
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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: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 1994)
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: ~1,767 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 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.
Sun & Light
North-facing backyard — the shade-and-soft-light lot
The listing reports the home facing south, which puts the backyard on the north side. Today at this address: sunrise 7:28 AM, sunset 6:55 PM.
- The rear stays out of direct sun for most of the day — the coolest lanai orientation in a Florida summer, and the softest, most even light all day.
- A pool back here gets the least direct sun: cooler water and less glare — a real preference split, so decide which camp you are in before you price it.
- Winter afternoons on the lanai run dim earlier than any other orientation.
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 | $399,306 | $146,276 | — |
| 2024 | $414,312 | $141,447 | — |
| 2023 | $414,121 | $135,871 | — |
| 2022 | $376,020 | $130,458 | — |
| 2021 | $299,631 | $125,202 | — |
| 2020 | $278,364 | $122,784 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $3,124/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$9,500/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
- Sep 2, 2026Closed$510,000
- Aug 6, 2026Pending$510,000
- Jul 16, 2026Active Under Contract$510,000
- May 15, 2026Listed$510,000
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 $266/sq ft; this home is listed at $241/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2098 Forest Gate Drive E, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by DJ & LINDSEY REAL ESTATE | Oct 2026 | $545,000 | $266 | 4/2 | 2,052 | 4 | 0.3 |
| 2660 Alexia Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS SOUTHSIDE | Sep 2026 | $535,000 | $267 | 4/3 | 2,006 | 135 | 0.4 |
| 12752 Costas Way, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC | Sep 2026 | $675,000 | $301 | 4/3 | 2,246 | 133 | 0.8 |
| 2171 Cavalry Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS ST JOHNS | Oct 2026 | $535,000 | $235 | 4/2 | 2,274 | 6 | 0.9 |
| 12029 Cavalry Court, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by REALTY ONE GROUP ELEVATE | Sep 2026 | $524,900 | $249 | 3/2 | 2,104 | 42 | 0.9 |
| 12079 Sunchase Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE FIRST COAST | Sep 2026 | $408,500 | $221 | 4/2 | 1,847 | 5 | 1.1 |
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.
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Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: EXP REALTY LLC
Sold by: MOMENTUM REALTY (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.
The neighborhood
About Kensington
Kensington is a neighborhood in St. Johns County, FL (Duval County), ZIP 32246.
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