This home is in Jacksonville — a home near Mandarin High School.
Sold·Closed Jul 30, 2026·5 days on market·Recent sales in Mandarin
3735 Helicon Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32223
About this home
Jacksonville
Tucked on nearly half an acre in desirable Mandarin, this beautifully refreshed brick faced ranch pool home is ready for its next owner. Inside, you'll find new carpet throughout, fresh paint, new ceiling fans, and updated appliances. The eat-in kitchen features an electric range, with a gas line already in place if a gas range is preferred. Out back is the true showstopper. A screened lanai overlooks a sparkling in-ground pool, equipped with a new pump and pool equipment, all enclosed for low-maintenance enjoyment. Open yard space remains beyond the screen for play, gardening, or gathering, and a large shed onsite provides ample storage. The roof is still well within its prime, and a split bedroom floor plan offers everyone their own space. Zoned for Loretto Elementary, Mandarin Middle, and Mandarin High, this home delivers comfort, character, and location in one of Jacksonville's most sought-after neighborhoods.
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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 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: ~1,713 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.
Cost to own
Taxes & assessment
Last sold: $545,000 in April 2022(county public record, not MLS data)
| Year | Market value | Taxable value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $401,333 | $401,333 | ▼ $22,318 |
| 2024 | $425,029 | $425,016 | ▼ $1,122 |
| 2023 | $386,379 | $386,379 | ▲ $26,260 |
| 2022 | $343,297 | $160,874 | — |
| 2021 | $263,258 | $154,733 | — |
| 2020 | $247,317 | $151,907 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $7,504/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$10,200/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 1, 2026Closed$535,000
- Jun 19, 2026Listed$535,000
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 $222/sq ft; this home is listed at $261/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3869 Marnie Place, Jacksonville, FL 32223Listed by INI REALTY | Oct 2026 | $490,000 | $202 | 4/2 | 2,431 | 92 | 0.4 |
| 11450 Dustin Court, Jacksonville, FL 32223Listed by LEGACY REALTY GROUP NORTH FLORIDA INC | Sep 2026 | $350,000 | $239 | 3/2 | 1,463 | 24 | 0.8 |
| 3250 Tea Rose Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32223Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS ST. AUGUSTINE | Oct 2026 | $392,000 | $182 | 4/3 | 2,157 | 78 | 0.9 |
| 12131 Banyan Tree Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32258Listed by FIRST COAST HEROES REAL ESTATE LLC | Oct 2026 | $405,000 | $222 | 3/2 | 1,828 | 12 | 1 |
| 12160 Banyan Tree Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32258Listed by REAL ESTATE SOLUTIONS | Sep 2026 | $474,900 | $217 | 4/3 | 2,188 | 63 | 1 |
| 4149 Bridgeville Place, Jacksonville, FL 32223Listed by REAL BROKER LLC | Sep 2026 | $535,000 | $243 | 4/2 | 2,199 | 107 | 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: BELLE EPOQUE REALTY SERVICES LLC
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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