About This Home

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 12306 FOREST GATE Drive S in Jacksonville, FL is listed for $480,000 ($206 per sqft). Built in 1996, the home offers 2,326 sqft of living space on a 0.30 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1996
  • 0.30 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
2 full
2-car garage
1996

Amenities

FireplaceA/C
Listing Description

**NEW ROOF!! New Carpet!** Move right in and enjoy all the comfort, convenience, and lifestyle that Kensington has to offer! Lovingly maintained by the same owners for more than 25 years, this 4-bedroom 2-bathroom brick home offers the ease of first floor living in one of Jacksonville's most established and amenity-rich communities.

Fresh interior paint and numerous recent improvements make this home move-in ready. The kitchen features an upgraded Samsung refrigerator/freezer, solid-surface countertops, abundant cabinetry, and a sunny breakfast area. Custom built-ins add warmth, character, and everyday functionality.

The large sunroom provides an additional area for relaxing or entertaining. New water heater installed in 2025. Home has upgraded hurricane-impact windows. Residents of Kensington enjoy exceptional community amenities, including a swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, sand volleyball, and a playground.

Ideally located in Jacksonville's desirable Southside, you'll be just minutes from St. Johns Town Center, The Avenues Mall, Mayo Clinic, downtown Jacksonville, the Beaches, and a wide variety of shopping, dining, and entertainment. Sports enthusiasts will appreciate convenient access to EverBank Stadium and VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, while gol

fers are just a short drive from Deerwood Country Club, Jacksonville Golf & Country Club, Windsor Parke Golf Club, and world-renowned TPC Sawgrass. With major improvements already completed, or scheduled prior to closing, the next owner can simply move in and begin enjoying everything this wonderful Kensington community has to offer.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$3,437/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$347
Interest$2,080
Insurance$140
HOA$870

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

12306 FOREST GATE Drive S

Jacksonville, FL 32246

Somerset At Kensingt

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Breakfast BarCeiling Fan(s)Eat-in KitchenEntrance FoyerOpen FloorplanPantryPrimary Bathroom -Tub with Separate ShowerVaulted Ceiling(s)Walk-In Closet(s)

Property Details

Flooring

CarpetTile

Construction

Brick Wood Siding

Outdoor Features

PatioPorch

Parking

Garage

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DishwasherDryerElectric RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherWater Softener Owned

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 12306 FOREST GATE Drive S is listed at $480,000 ($206/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $3,437 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance, HOA fees.

HOA fees are $870/month.

Key features include: Built in 1996, 0.30 acre lot, Fireplace. Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen.

This property is listed by JOANN WILEY and can be reached at 9042530937.

JW

JOANN WILEY

Agent at Vanguard Realty, Inc.

(904) 253-0937
Agent website

Listed by Vanguard Realty, Inc. · Broker phone: (904) 269-7117 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

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12306 FOREST GATE Drive S, Jacksonville, FL 32246

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