Backup offers
$6,472 Closing Credit¹
#2066433, ERICA L JOLLES PA, Listing Office: ROUND TABLE REALTY
$669,900 List price
12974 Helm Dr Jacksonville, FL 32258
$7,955
Closing credit¹
2 beds
3 full
1,462 sqft
0.3 acres
$458 / sqft
House
Property details
About 12974 Helm Dr
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: 13,000 lb. Boat Lift, 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!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)
(Active Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air, Split System, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Size1,462 sqft
Lot size0.29 Acres
Year built1983
ParkingAttached, Attached Carport, Covered, Garage
MLS #2048690
Attached garage1 space
WaterfrontCanal, Creek, River Access
ViewCanal, Water
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
- Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Attached Carport, Covered, Garage
- Waterfront: Canal, Creek, River Access
- View: Canal, Water
- Exterior: Balcony, Boat Lift, Boat Ramp, Boat Slip, Boat Dock, Fire Pit, Outdoor Shower, Porch/Covered, Deck, Patio
- Architectural Style: Stilt
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air, Split System, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $669,900
- Price/SqFt: $458
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,824
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Cul-De-Sac, Few Trees
- 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.
- Year Built: 1983
- Living Area: 1,462 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.29 Acres
- MLS Number: 2048690
- MLS Name: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
- Office Name: THE LEGENDS OF REAL ESTATE
- Office Phone: (904) 595-5959
- Office Email: audreylackie@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: JESSICA K ADAMS
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $366,579 | $6,824 |
| 2022 | $150,574 | $2,083 |
| 2021 | $146,189 | $2,083 |
| 2019 | $140,930 | $1,990 |
| 2018 | $138,303 | $1,960 |
| 2017 | $135,459 | $1,931 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Julington Creek Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.8 mi
•2316 Race Track Rd
7
Greenland Pines Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.9 mi
•5050 Greenland Rd
4
Loretto Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
2.4 mi
•3900 Loretto Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,309. Most Jacksonville, FL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
16%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
29%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
39%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
52%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Minor League Baseball Games
Horse Races
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
New York & Company
Stein Mart
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chick-fil-A
LongHorn Steakhouse
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Kia
Buick
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality- Contemporary Inspirational
Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 12974 Helm Dr
The listing price of 12974 Helm Dr property is $669,900.
The property 12974 Helm Dr is a house located in Jacksonville, Florida, 32258.
Accepting Backup Offers: 12974 Helm Dr is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 12974 Helm Dr are: Julington Creek Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Greenland Pines Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Loretto Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Fruit Cove Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), River City Science Academy at Mandarin (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Freedom Crossing Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Mandarin High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Creekside High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Florida Cyber Charter Academy at Clay (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $6,824 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 12974 Helm Dr has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 12974 Helm Dr is 1,462 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 12974 Helm Dr is 1983.
This home is located at 12974 Helm Dr in Jacksonville, FL and zip code 32258 in the Del Rio neighborhood. This 1,462 square foot home, which was built in 1983, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 23, 2024 and is currently priced at $669,900.
In March 2025, from all listings sold in Jacksonville, FL there were more than 144 sold above asking price, over 575 sold below and more than 260 were sold right at the asked price. Between February and March 2025, Jacksonville, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 12.3%. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 58 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $305,764.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.