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$359,900

12278 Gillespie Ave

Jacksonville, FL
Active
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
0.21
Lot Size (acres)
2022
Year Built
11
Days On Market

Built in 2022 by KB Home, this beautifully maintained 4BR/2BA home offers 1,997 SF of single-story living in Azalea Hills. Qualified Buyers can assume existing 5.125% VA Loan, subject to Lender Approval! Located near the end of a quiet, dead-end street, this home features an updated exterior elevation, 9-ft ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a spacious open-concept design. The stunning kitchen showcases an oversized quartz island, white shaker cabinetry, herringbone tile backsplash, stainless appliances, pendant lighting, wine rack, and pantry. The split-bedroom layout offers a private primary suite with walk-in closet and garden tub. Enjoy the covered lanai overlooking a fully fenced backyard with decorative metal fencing and wooded views along a natural drainage corridor. Additional features include an owned water softener, smart thermostat, security system, and 2-car garage with EV charger. Convenient to I-295, River City Marketplace, and JAX Airport. Low HOA & no CDD Fees! Welcome to 12278 Gillespie Avenue in Azalea Hills! This attractive KB Home features a stone-accented front elevation, exterior coach lighting, and an inviting open floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living. The kitchen is a standout feature, offering abundant cabinetry, generous quartz counter space, a large island with undermount stainless steel sink, decorative tile backsplash, and contemporary pendant lighting. Additional interior features include a welcoming entrance foyer, split-bedroom design, ceiling fans, walk-in closets, smart thermostat, and convenient indoor laundry connections. Outdoor living includes a covered patio overlooking the fully fenced backyard. Vinyl privacy fencing along the sides and decorative black metal fencing at the rear preserve views of the adjacent natural drainage corridor and wooded surroundings. The home also features a hybrid water heater, owned water softener, installed EV charging station, attached two-car garage, and Vivint security system. Located on a 0.21-acre lot near the end of the street, the property offers convenient access to I-295, River City Marketplace, Jacksonville International Airport, Mayport Naval Station, shopping, dining, and other major employment centers. Qualified buyers may have the opportunity to assume the seller's existing VA mortgage at a 5.125% interest rate, subject to loan servicer approval, eligibility requirements, and applicable assumption terms. Buyers should verify the outstanding loan balance, required equity contribution, and assumption process with the loan servicer.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
5 days ago
Listed By
EDMUND AKERS, 9046516676 · COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY, 9042697117
MLS#
2170919
Source
realMLS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
12278 Gillespie Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32218
City
Jacksonville
County
Duval
Neighborhood
Azalea Hills
Zip Code
32218

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Stories
1
Year Built
2022
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Frame, Stone Veneer, Fiber Cement
Roof
Shingle
Levels
One
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan, Entrance Foyer, Smart Thermostat
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal, Water Softener Owned
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
Patio and Porch
Covered, Patio
Community Features
Sidewalks, Curbs, Street Lights
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Heating
Electric, Heat Pump, Central

Property Features

Lot Size
0.21 Acres
Lot Features
Wooded
View
Trees/Woods
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Zoning
Residential

Square Footage

Total
1,997 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$359,900
Annual Taxes
$5,150
Association Fee
$132 (paid Quarterly)

Schools

55/100
Oceanway School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.8 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Jacksonville
Students
1,041
Student body
46% White · 37% Black · 10% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
48%
Phone
(904) 714-4680
96/100
Highlands Estates Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 3.1 mi
City
Jacksonville
Students
484
Student body
79% Black · 11% White · 8% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
79%
Phone
(904) 696-8754
77/100
First Coast High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 2 mi
City
Jacksonville
Students
2,098
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
59% Black · 22% White · 11% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
42%
Phone
(904) 757-0080
73/100
Somerset Preparatory Academy
Grades M–M · 3.5 mi
City
Jacksonville
Students
478
Parent reviews
1.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
88% Black · 5% White · 4% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
1%
Phone
(904) 503-0661
59/100
Louis S. Sheffield Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 2.7 mi
City
Jacksonville
Students
704
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
44% White · 33% Black · 11% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
38%
Phone
(904) 696-8758
53/100
Oceanway Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.3 mi
City
Jacksonville
Students
561
Student body
50% White · 27% Black · 13% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
53%
Phone
(904) 696-8762
53/100
San Mateo Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.3 mi
City
Jacksonville
Students
583
Student body
47% White · 33% Black · 8% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
40%
Phone
(904) 696-8750
53/100
Somerset Academy-Elementary Eagle Campus
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 3.4 mi
City
Jacksonville
Students
273
Student body
90% Black · 5% Hispanic / Latino · 4% White
Free/reduced lunch
86%
Phone
(904) 551-3292

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/26/2026Price change$359,900
10/22/2026Listed for sale$365,000

Listed by EDMUND AKERS · COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY · 9042697117

Listing information 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. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, realMLS. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 27, 2026 at 8:14 PM | Source: realMLS | MLS#: 2170919

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