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Active·1 day on market·Mandarin Meadows

2845 Mandarin Meadows Drive N

Jacksonville, FL 32223

$299,999$188/sqftEst. $1,589/moMLS# 2165270
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,594
Sq Ft
1942
Built
Garage
No
Pool
FEMA Zone XNo HOA7,405 sqft lotSingle Family Residence1 story

About this home

Mandarin Meadows

MANDARIN COTTAGE! NEEDS SOME TLC! No HOA or CDD! Make it your OWN! Tucked beneath a canopy of beautiful mature trees in an established Mandarin neighborhood, this charming cottage offers character, privacy, and incredible potential for the buyer ready to make it their own! Located near the Julington Creek area, with convenient access to shopping, dining, parks, schools, and major roadways, this property combines an appealing location with an opportunity to create something special. Inside, discover distinctive wood accents, a spacious living area, an inviting front porch, and a rear porch overlooking the tree-filled backyard. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, an investment opportunity, or a home to personalize, bring your vision and explore the possibilities! NO HOA or CDD fees! Roof replacement documented by available wind mitigation report. Survey, available permit records, and prior septic inspection information are available for review

Cost to own

True monthly cost

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

Principal & interest20% down · 6.95% · 30yr$1,589
Property taxesest. at asking price, Duval County$490
Estimated total, before insurance$2,079/mo
Seller’s 2025 tax billper the MLS — includes any CDD / assessments$4,555/yr · $380/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

$299,999
$60,000
Loan Term
Monthly Payment
$1,589
Principal & Interest: $1,589
Property taxes (est.): $490
Insurance (est.): $200
Estimated Total Monthly
$2,279
*30-year loan at 6.95% APR (avg 30-yr rate 2026-09-17, 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.

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 1942)

Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.

Likely septic

County records indicate an onsite septic system — budget a septic inspection before closing (typically $300–$500) and expect pump-outs every 3–5 years.

Source: Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).

Solar potential: ~1,612 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 home

As of September 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

2025 property taxes (current owner): $4,555/yr

Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$5,900/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.

History

Price & status history

  • Sep 17, 2026Listed$299,999

History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.

Features

Price$299,999
Price / Sq Ft$188
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms2.50
Full Baths2
Half Baths1
Square Footage1,594
Acres0.17 acres
Year Built1942
TypeResidential
Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
StyleCottage
Property ConditionFixer
StatusActive
Has PoolNo
Is WaterfrontNo

Community Information

Address2845 Mandarin Meadows Drive N, Jacksonville, FL 32223
Area014-Mandarin
SubdivisionMandarin Meadows
CityJacksonville
CountyDuval
StateFL
Zip Code32223
Lot Size7,405.2 sq ft
Lot Dimensions60x125
Parcel Number1595520000

Amenities

UtilitiesCable Available
SewerSeptic Tank
Water SourcePrivate, Well
ParkingOther

Interior

Interior FeaturesCeiling Fan(s), Pantry, Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
AppliancesDishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
# of Stories1
LevelsOne

Exterior

Patio / PorchPorch, Rear Porch
FencingFenced
RoofShingle
Other StructuresShed(s)

Additional Information

Date ListedSeptember 17, 2026
Days on Market0
Tax Amount$4,555.27
Tax Year2025
Listing TermsCash, Conventional, Other
55+ CommunityNo
New ConstructionNo

Listing Courtesy of: MAXREV, LLC · kirasikes.real@gmail.com

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 Mandarin Meadows

Mandarin Meadows is a neighborhood in St. Johns County, FL (Duval County), ZIP 32223.

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