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12974 Helm Drive

Jacksonville, FL 32258

2 beds
3 baths
2,642 sqft
12,632 sqft lot
$257 per sqft
1983 build
– on site

Immerse yourself in the ultimate waterfront lifestyle with this unique, remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1,462 sq. ft. home, where the beauty of Florida wildlife and nature surround you. Perched on pilings, the home gives you the true feeling of living in a boathouse, blending seamlessly with the tranquil canal with deep water access that leads directly to Julington Creek and the St. Johns River. Separate BOAT HOUSE is 516 sq. ft. with Kitchen, Full Bath, Murphy Bed and Private Covered Balcony overlooking the canal. Boat Dock equipped with 3-Covered Boat Ports including: 1 Boat Lift, 1 Jet Ski Lift, Boat Port; and, Floating Boat Ramp for a TOTAL of 4 personal water crafts. A fisherman's paradise! Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, the property is perfect for unwinding after a day on the water. The spacious ground floor garage offers ample storage for all your gear. Covered parking for up to 4 vehicles! The main house features a beautifully built-out kitchen with ergonomic pull-out-shelves and an oversized granite countertop island, ideal for hosting. The large owner's suite includes a walk-in closet, and the outdoor deck overlooks the serene water. With front and rear stairs and decking all around, this home is designed for enjoying the best of Florida's coastal waterfront lifestyle!

Listing courtesy of NEFMLS / THE LEGENDS OF REAL ESTATE

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 27, 2025 •

MLS# 2048690 —

The Building

Year Built:

1983
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Fiber Cement, Vinyl Siding
Development Status:

None
Architectural Style:

Stilt
Direction Faces:

East
Roof:

Metal
Stories:

1
Levels:

One
Basement:

None
Foundation Details:

None
Exterior Features:

Balcony, Boat Lift, Boat Ramp - Private, Boat Slip, Dock, Fire Pit, Impact Windows, Outdoor Shower
Building Features:

None
Window Features:

None
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered, Deck, Patio
Security Features:

Smoke Detector(s)
Building Name:

None
Building Area Total:

2642.0

Interior

Furnished:

Unfurnished
Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring:

Tile, Vinyl
Fireplace:

No
Laundry Features:

Electric Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Washer Hookup

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1462.0
Living Area Units:

None
Living Area Source:

Appraiser

Financial & Terms

Possession:

Close Of Escrow

Location

Directions:

I-95 South, Take Exit 335 for Old St. Augustine Road, Turn Left onto Old St. Augustine Road, Turn Left onto Knotah Road, Turn Right onto Julington Creek Road, Turn Left onto Helm Drive, at the end of the cul-de-sac, the property is located on the Right at 12794 Helm Drive.
Cross Street:

None
Latitude:

30.133108
Longitude:

-81.579284

The Property

Parcel Number:

1578670000
Property Type:

Residential
Property Condition:

Updated/Remodeled
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

true
Zoning:

None
Zoning Description:

Residential
Lot Features:

Cul-De-Sac, Few Trees
Lot Size Acres:

0.29
Lot Size SqFt:

12632.4
Lot Size Area:

0.29
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Current Use:

Residential
Possible Use:

None
Topography:

None
View:

Canal, Water
Fencing:

Wood, Wrought Iron
Other Structures:

Boat House
Additional Parcels:

No
Additional Parcels Description:

None
Road Frontage Type:

City Street
Road Surface Type:

Paved
Land Lease:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Legal Description:

27-73 22-4S-27E DEL RIO UNIT NO 4 LOT 12 BLK 8-A
Tax Annual Amount:

6824.1

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

3.0
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3
Three Quarter Baths:

None
Partial Baths:

None
Quarter Baths:

None

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Branded:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central
Heating:

true
Cooling:

true
Cooling:

Central Air, Split System, Wall/Window Unit(s)

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Electric:

200+ Amp Service
Sewer:

Septic Tank
Water Source:

Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned

Schools

Elementary School:

Greenland Pines
Elementary School District:

None
Middle Or Junior School:

Twin Lakes Academy
Middle Or Junior School District:

None
High School:

Mandarin

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Del Rio Mandarin
Senior Community:

false
Pool Private:

No
Waterfront:

true
Waterfront Features:

None
Water Body Name:

None
Pets Allowed:

None
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

1.0
Attached Garage:

true
Carport:

true
Carport Spaces:

4.0
Parking Total:

None
Parking Features:

Attached, Attached Carport, Covered, Garage

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$679,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,635
Taxes	$568
Insurance	$186
Utilities	$188 See report
Total	$4,577/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
1/26/25 Jan 26, 2025	Price Changed	NEFMLS	$679,000	-0.9%
9/30/24 Sep 30, 2024	Listed / Active	NEFMLS	$685,000

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This house located in Southeast Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL 32258 is currently for sale for $679,000. 12974 Helm Drive is a 2,642 square foot house with 2 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 124 days. 12974 Helm Drive is in the Southeast Jacksonville neighborhood of Jacksonville and has a WalkScore® of 1, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Greenland Pines Elementary School, Twin Lakes Academy Middle School, and Mandarin High School.

Listing Courtesy of: NEFMLS and THE LEGENDS OF REAL ESTATE.

Based on information from the NORTHEAST FLORIDA MLS 2025. All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. NEFMLS, Estately and their affiliates provide the MLS and all content therein “AS IS” and without any warranty, express or implied. The information included in this listing is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The information on each listing is furnished by the owner and deemed reliable to the best of his/her knowledge, but should be verified by the purchaser. NEFMLS and Estately assume no responsibility for typographical errors, misprints or misinformation. This property is offered without respect to any protected classes in accordance with the law.