Southside & Mandarin

Southside & Mandarin

Southside is the largest area of Jacksonville, and features plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment. The quaint area of Mandarin is marked by ancient Spanish draped moss oak trees, beautiful parks, marinas and more water views than any other area in Jacksonville.

Southside is centrally located in Jacksonville and is a bustling business and retail center. The St. Johns Town Center - a 1.1 million-square-foot, open-air lifestyle center- offers innovative new retail, residential, hotel, and dining choices for Jacksonville natives and visitors alike. Just around the corner is Tinseltown; an equally lively area with a movie theater, restaurants, specialty shops, and thriving nightlife. Southside is also home to the Avenues, a large indoor shopping mall.

The Mandarin neighborhood, named for the Mandarin orange in 1830, is on the St. Johns River just south of San Marco. The area was once described as “a tropical paradise” by Harriet Beecher Stowe, the author of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Both Beecher Stowe, and painter Lee Adams once lived here. Mandarin is characterized by its picturesque oak trees hung with Spanish moss and features some of the best views of the St. Johns River in greater Jacksonville. Once an important river port for shipping oranges and other citrus fruit northward, today Mandarin is a blend of residential areas and shopping centers.

Julington Creek Plantation, an unincorporated area of St. John’s County, boarders the southern end of Mandarin. Known as the “Young Ponte Vedra”, Julington Creek’s demographics range from 30 to 50 and has the highest per capita for disposal income. The Julington Creek Plantation Community Development District is a 4,120 acre community with over 100 lakes, 1,200 acres of nature preserve, seven miles of bike and jogging trails, and top rated golf-course. Some of its amenities also include a new $15 million country club-style clubhouse with a state-of-the-art gym, skateboard park, turf football and lacrosse field, four soccer fields, volleyball and four basketball courts, and a full-service restaurant. This high growth area is also home to the highest ranked schools in Florida and are among the top 10 in the country. With over 5,800 residential homes, Julington Creek caters all looking for a higher quality of life.

$490,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 2151057 MLS
*4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms in the highly sought-after Beachwalk community* *Built in 2021 with all major systems in excellent condition* *Open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area designed for everyday living and entertaining* *Custom electric fireplace with built-in media center* *Covered and screened paver lanai plus an extended paver patio with fire pit and water views* *First-floor primary suite featuring custom accent wall, spacious walk-in closet with built-ins, and luxurious en-suite bath* *Gourmet kitchen with white cabinetry, crown molding, stainless steel appliances, oversized island with breakfast bar, and generous pantry* *Functional laundry room with built-in cabinetry, separate from the garage entry, plus a convenient first-floor powder bath* *Upstairs offers three spacious bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a versatile loft perfect for a media room or playroom.* *Enjoy exclusive access to Beachwalk's Crystal Lagoon* ~ Experience resort-style living every day in this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home located in the award-winning Beachwalk community. Built in 2021, this home combines modern finishes, functional living spaces, and exceptional outdoor entertaining areas with peaceful water views. Step inside through the dramatic two-story foyer where wood-look tile flooring leads into the spacious open-concept living area. The kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring white cabinetry with crown molding, stainless steel appliances, a large center island with breakfast bar seating, and an oversized pantry. The dining area flows seamlessly into the family room, highlighted by a custom-built electric fireplace and media center overlooking the backyard. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat complete with custom wood accent detailing behind the bed, a spacious walk-in closet with custom built-ins, dual vanities, and a large walk-in shower. Also downstairs you'll find a well-appointed laundry room with additional storage cabinets and a conveniently located half bath. Upstairs features three generously sized bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a flexible loft that makes an ideal game room, media space, or second living area. Outdoor living is just as impressive with a covered and screened paver lanai that opens to an extended paver patio with a fire pit overlooking the water. The pie-shaped homesite provides a spacious backyard that is fully fenced with premium black aluminum fencing. Living in Beachwalk means enjoying one of Northeast Florida's most desirable resort-style communities. Residents have exclusive access to the spectacular 14-acre Crystal Lagoon with white sand beaches, kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, water slides, and one of only two swim-up bars in Florida. The private Beach Club offers waterfront dining and social events, while the 12,000-square-foot clubhouse includes a 24-hour fitness center, yoga studio, children's activity room, tennis and pickleball courts, sand volleyball, an 18-hole putting green, and even a dedicated splash park for dogs. This is more than just a home--it's a lifestyle that feels like you're on vacation every day.

126 Old Fort Trail, St. Johns

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