12306 FOREST GATE Drive S
Jacksonville, FL 32246
MLS# 2153931
4 beds | 2 baths | 2533 sqft
Property DescriptionMove 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 well-maintained 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. New carpet scheduled to be installed in bedrooms; new roof to be replaced prior to closing. Home has upgraded hurricane-impact windows. (See Features Sheet for additional upgrades).
Property Attached YN: No
Current Price: $500,000
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Status: Active
List Price: $500,000
Listing Contract Date: 2026-06-29
Country: US
Parcel Number: 1652661405
Tax Annual Amount: 3368.69
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Legal Description: 48-88 27-2S-28E SOMERSET UNIT 2 LOT 92
Lot Size Acres: 0.3
Bathrooms Half: 0
Living Area: 2326
Living Area Source: Public Records
Building Area Total: 2533
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Association YN: Yes
Homestead YN: Yes
Association Fee: 870
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Name: Kensington Association
Association Phone: 904-242-0666
Waterfront YN: No
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From I-295 S, take exit to merge onto FL-202 E and take the Kernan Blvd N exit. In 4.4 mi, turn right onto Kensington Lakes Dr. Take right onto Forest Gate Dr E. Home will be on the left.
Public Remarks: 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 well-maintained 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. New carpet scheduled to be installed in bedrooms; new roof to be replaced prior to closing. Home has upgraded hurricane-impact windows. (See Features Sheet for additional upgrades).
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Stories: 1
List Price/SqFt: 214.96
Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Year Built: 1996
Electric Range: 1
Microwave: 1
Basketball Court: 1
Children's Pool: 1
Pickleball: 1
Playground: 1
Pool: 1
Tennis Court(s): 1
Residential: 1
Single Family: 1
Fireplaces Total: 1
Wood Burning: 1
Cable Available: 1
Electricity Connected: 1
Sewer Connected: 1
Water Connected: 1
Breakfast Bar: 1
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Eat-in Kitchen: 1
Entrance Foyer: 1
Open Floorplan: 1
Pantry: 1
Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower: 1
Vaulted Ceiling(s): 1
Street Number: 12306
Street Name: FOREST GATE
Street Suffix: Drive
Street Direction Suffix: S
Postal Code: 32246
MLS Area Major: 025-Intracoastal West-North Of Beach Blvd
Subdivision Name: Somerset At Kensingt
Major Change Timestamp: 2026-07-06T14:54:41Z
Major Change Type: New Listing
Architectural Style: Traditional
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features: In Unit
Utilities: Cable Available; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected
Smart Home Features: Smoke Detector
Construction Materials: Brick; Wood Siding
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Patio; Rear Porch
Parking Features: Attached; Garage
Current Use: Residential; Single Family
Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Pool; Tennis Court(s)
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan
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 golfers 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.
Listing Office: COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY
Last Updated: July - 06 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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