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Sold·Closed Aug 3, 2026·2 days on market·Recent sales in Kensington·Kensington

2098 Forest Gate Drive E

Jacksonville, FL 32246

$330,000sold priceListed at $419,000 · 78.8% of asking$161/sqftMLS# 2148147
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,052
Sq Ft
1993
Built
2
Garage
No
Pool

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HOA $73/mo12,632 sqft lotSingle Family Residence1 story

About this home

Kensington

Fantastic investor opportunity in the highly desirable Kensington neighborhood!!! This 4 bedroom, 2 bath home offers a great layout and spacious backyard with tons of potential for renovation or a profitable fix and flip. Located in a well maintained community offering a pool, playground, tennis courts, and mature tree lined streets. Walking and biking distance to A-rated elementary and middle schools, adding even more appeal for future resale. Sold AS-IS. Perfect for investors looking to unlock value in a strong and centrally located neighborhood. 10 minutes to the beaches, 20 mins to downtown, close to Mayo and the Mayport Naval Base.

Cost to own

True monthly cost

What this home actually costs per month at the asking price — not just the mortgage.

Principal & interest20% down · 7.4% · 30yr$1,828
Property taxesest. at asking price, Duval County$539
HOAbilled annually$73
Estimated total, before insurance$2,439/mo
Seller’s 2025 tax billper the MLS — includes any CDD / assessments$2,981/yr · $248/mo
  • • 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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Cost to own

Mortgage calculator

$330,000
$66,000
Loan Term
Monthly Payment
$1,828
Principal & Interest: $1,828
Property taxes (est.): $539
Insurance (est.): $220
Estimated Total Monthly
$2,587
*30-year loan at 7.4% APR (avg 30-yr rate 2026-10-08, Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED). Taxes use the county effective rate; insurance is a rough estimate — Florida premiums swing with roof age and flood zone (see the Reality Check). Actual costs may vary.

Cost to own

Taxes & assessment

YearMarket valueTaxable valueChange
2025$350,833$138,205—
2024$351,145$133,603—
2023$362,738$128,256—
2022$329,881$123,065—
2021$248,427$118,025—
2020$218,410$115,706—

2025 property taxes (current owner): $2,981/yr

Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$6,500/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

  • Aug 4, 2026Closed$419,000

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 $249/sq ft; this home is listed at $204/sq ft.

AddressClosedPrice$/sq ftBd/BaSq ftDOMMiles
2660 Alexia Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS SOUTHSIDESep 2026$535,000$2674/32,0061350.5
2171 Cavalry Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS ST JOHNSOct 2026$535,000$2354/22,27460.7
12029 Cavalry Court, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by REALTY ONE GROUP ELEVATESep 2026$524,900$2493/22,104420.8
12079 Sunchase Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE FIRST COASTSep 2026$408,500$2214/21,84750.8
12752 Costas Way, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLCSep 2026$675,000$3014/32,2461330.9
12009 Sunchase Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32246Listed by O'MALLEY REAL ESTATE INCSep 2026$459,900$2353/21,95320.9

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

Price$419,000
Price / Sq Ft$204
Bedrooms4
Bathrooms2.00
Full Baths2
Square Footage2,052
Acres0.29 acres
Year Built1993
TypeResidential
Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
Property ConditionFixer
StatusClosed
# of Garages2
Has PoolNo
Is WaterfrontNo

School Information

ElementaryKernan Trail
MiddleKernan

Community Information

Address2098 Forest Gate Drive E, Jacksonville, FL 32246
Area025-Intracoastal West-North Of Beach Blvd
SubdivisionKensington
CityJacksonville
CountyDuval
StateFL
Zip Code32246
Lot Size12,632.4 sq ft
Parcel Number1652660600

Amenities

AmenitiesPool, Barbecue, Basketball Court, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
UtilitiesCable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water SourcePublic
ParkingGarage

Interior

Interior FeaturesKitchen Island, Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
AppliancesElectric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
HeatingElectric
CoolingCentral Air
FlooringCarpet
FireplaceYes
# of Fireplaces1
# of Stories1
Window FeaturesSkylight(s)

Exterior

Patio / PorchRear Porch, Screened
FencingBack Yard
ConstructionStucco

Additional Information

Date ListedJune 1, 2026
Days on Market2
HOA Fees$870 / Annually
HOA FrequencyAnnually
Tax Amount$2,981.08
Tax Year2025
Listing TermsCash, Conventional
55+ CommunityNo
New ConstructionNo

Listing Courtesy of: MOMENTUM REALTY

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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Krista Fracke - Broker Associate

Krista Fracke

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