This home is in Jacksonville — a waterfront home in Jacksonville.
Active·33 days on market
953 Tortoise Way
Jacksonville, FL 32218
About this home
Jacksonville
Fully renovated 3BR/2BA pool home on a large lakefront lot. This move-in ready property is fully loaded; it features a brand-new roof, new hot water heater, and a beautifully updated interior with modern finishes throughout. Enjoy an open main living anchored by a large fireplace area with a split floorplan offering comfort and privacy. The brand-new kitchen includes stylish cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The spa style primary suite offers a luxurious bathroom with a soaking tub, a separate walk-in shower and an oversized walk-in closet. Relax in the screened-in pool or unwind in the bright Florida room overlooking peaceful lake views. The property also offers flexibility to choose your perfect layout with a formal dining space and a dedicated office/flex room. With every major upgrade completed and a spacious outdoor retreat, this home delivers exceptional Florida living.
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
2025 property taxes (current owner): $4,566/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$7,500/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, 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.
Hurricane evacuation zone C
Zone C evacuates after zones A, B in an approaching storm.
Roof: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 1989)
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: ~1,660 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 August 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
- Sep 8, 2026Price change$385,000−$14,900
- Aug 23, 2026Price change$399,900−$15,000
- Aug 11, 2026Listed$414,900
History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.
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Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by realMLS (Northeast Florida MLS).
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