$1,895,000
914 RIO ST JOHNS Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32211
MLS# 2095018
Status: Closed
4 beds  |  5 baths


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Front Sunset View Front View(1) Exterior Front(6) Entryway(2) Entryway 2 Foyer(2) Foyer 2 Family Room 3 Kitchen(7) Kitchen 2(4) Kitchen 3(2) Butlers Pantry Breakfast Dining Pool Bath Pool(1) Pool 2 Pool 3 Lanai Patio(1) Patio Area Outdoor Shower Private Retreat Koi Pond Firepit Sunset View Private Spa Lower Level Foyer Game Room Game Room 2 Game Room 3 Theater Room Gym Staircase Living Room(3) Living Room 2 Family Room(1) Bathroom(4) Family Room 2(1) Dining Room(2) Dining Room 2 Primary Bedroom(6) Primary Bedroom 2(3) Primary Sitting Area Primary Bathroom(7) Primary Closet with Laundry Bedroom(5) Bedroom 2(4) Bathroom 2 Office Reading Nook Bathroom 3 Garage Parking Garage Interior Aerial Back Aerial View to Downtown Backyard to River View Exterior Back(3) Exterior Back 2(1) Overhead Street View Front Garden Water Feature Street View 1st_floor_914_rio_saint_johns_drive_jack 2nd_floor_914_rio_saint_johns_drive_jack 3rd_floor_914_rio_saint_johns_drive_jack 4th_floor_914_rio_saint_johns_drive_jack 5th_floor_914_rio_saint_johns_drive_jack 6th_floor_914_rio_saint_johns_drive_jack all_floors_914_rio_saint_johns_drive_jac

Property Description
Magnificently updated and perfectly positioned on the St. Johns River, this iconic mid-century modern masterpiece—designed by renowned architect Herschel E. Shepard—is a rare architectural gem. Featured in Jacksonville Magazine and the Arlington Tour of Homes, it offers a one-of-a-kind blend of timeless design and modern luxury. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interiors with natural light and frame panoramic views of the river and downtown skyline—offering front-row seats to unforgettable sunsets. Crafted for effortless entertaining, the home features expansive split-level living spaces, a sparkling pool with fountain, a private hot tub, and an extensive paver patio with a gas fire-pit. A covered lanai, Koi pond, and lush tropical landscaping create the feel of a private resort, ideal for year-round outdoor gatherings. Inside, a dedicated movie theater with top of the line sound system and luxury seating and a spacious game room—perfect for a pool table and lounge setup—set the

Details
Documents
Contract Information
Property Attached YN: No
Current Price: $1,895,000
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Status: Closed
Sold Price: $1,895,000
Listing Contract Date: 2025-06-23
Location, Tax, and Legal
Country: US
Parcel Number: 1292600000
Tax Annual Amount: 11647.79
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Legal Description: 25-27 41-2S-27E MONTEREY UNIT 1 LOT 17 BLK 6
Zoning Description: Residential
General Property Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.95
Bathrooms Half: 0
Living Area: 6315
Living Area Source: Appraiser
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Association YN: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Waterfront YN: Yes
Water Frontage Feet: 100
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: East
Directions: From Arlington Expressway, north onto University Blvd, left onto Los Santos Way, left onto Arco DR, right onto Matanzas Way, right onto Rio St Johns Dr. Home on left.
Public Remarks: Magnificently updated and perfectly positioned on the St. Johns River, this iconic mid-century modern masterpiece—designed by renowned architect Herschel E. Shepard—is a rare architectural gem. Featured in Jacksonville Magazine and the Arlington Tour of Homes, it offers a one-of-a-kind blend of timeless design and modern luxury. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the interiors with natural light and frame panoramic views of the river and downtown skyline—offering front-row seats to unforgettable sunsets. Crafted for effortless entertaining, the home features expansive split-level living spaces, a sparkling pool with fountain, a private hot tub, and an extensive paver patio with a gas fire-pit. A covered lanai, Koi pond, and lush tropical landscaping create the feel of a private resort, ideal for year-round outdoor gatherings. Inside, a dedicated movie theater with top of the line sound system and luxury seating and a spacious game room—perfect for a pool table and lounge setup—set the
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: Yes
Water Body Access YN: Yes
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 3
Entry Level: 2
List Price/SqFt: 300.08
Sold Price/SqFt: 300.08
Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Full: 5
Bathrooms Total: 5
Year Built: 1973
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Double Oven: 1
Dryer: 1
Electric Cooktop: 1
Microwave: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Construction Materials
Concrete: 1
Frame: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Electric: 1
Current Use
Residential: 1
Single Family: 1
Exterior Features
Dock: 1
Fire Pit: 1
Outdoor Shower: 1
Flooring
Tile: 1
Wood: 1
Heating
Central: 1
Electric: 1
Laundry Features
Electric Dryer Hookup: 1
In Unit: 1
Washer Hookup: 1
Levels
Three Or More: 1
Listing Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
VA Loan: 1
Lot Features
Sprinklers In Front: 1
Sprinklers In Rear: 1
Parking Features
Attached: 1
Garage: 1
Pool Features
In Ground: 1
Waterfall: 1
Possession
Close Of Escrow: 1
Road Frontage Type
City Street: 1
Road Surface Type
Asphalt: 1
Roof
Membrane: 1
Security Features
Security System Owned: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Utilities
Electricity Available: 1
Sewer Connected: 1
Water Connected: 1
View
River: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Architectural Style
Mid-Century Modern: 1
Patio And Porch Features
Covered: 1
Front Porch: 1
Patio: 1
Waterfront Features
River Front: 1
Interior Features
Breakfast Bar: 1
Breakfast Nook: 1
Built-in Features: 1
Butler Pantry: 1
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Central Vacuum: 1
Eat-in Kitchen: 1
Entrance Foyer: 1
Guest Suite: 1
Kitchen Island: 1
Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower: 1
Property Condition
Updated/Remodeled: 1
Water Body Access Type
Navigable: 1
DPR Eligible
DPR Eligible: No
Location Tax and Legal
Street Number: 914
Street Name: RIO ST JOHNS
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Duval
State: FL
Postal Code: 32211
MLS Area Major: 041-Arlington
Subdivision Name: Monterey
Status Change Information
Major Change Timestamp: 2025-10-21T12:55:16Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-07-25
Close Date: 2025-10-20
Close Price: 1895000
Property Features
Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern
Levels: Three Or More
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Appliances: Dishwasher; Double Oven; Dryer; Electric Cooktop; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Butler Pantry; Ceiling Fan(s); Central Vacuum; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Guest Suite; Kitchen Island; Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower
Flooring: Tile; Wood
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; In Unit; Washer Hookup
Utilities: Electricity Available; Sewer Connected; Water Connected
Cooling: Central Air; Electric
Heating: Central; Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Security Features: Security System Owned
Construction Materials: Concrete; Frame
Exterior Features: Dock; Fire Pit; Outdoor Shower
Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Patio
Pool Features: In Ground; Waterfall
Roof: Membrane
Parking Features: Attached; Garage
Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear
View: River
Water Body Access Type: Navigable
Waterfront Features: River Front
Current Use: Residential; Single Family
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan
Supplements
stage for memorable moments. Each bedroom is generously sized with its own en-suite bathroom, while cozy reading and relaxation nooks are thoughtfully tucked throughout. The kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with a butler's pantry, abundant counter space, and a bright breakfast nook. The formal dining room features a fully functioning dumbwaiter to the kitchenan elegant and rare touch. The soaring 20-foot ceilings in the living room are anchored by a dramatic alcove, once used as a private library. In addition a private home fitness center provides a convenient space for wellness and workouts. The primary suite offers a tranquil retreat, featuring a spacious walk-in closet, a serene sitting area, and one of the best views in the house. The deep backyard flows to a private dock with deep-water access ideal for large boats and sunset cruises on the river. Whether you're entertaining on a grand scale or savoring peaceful waterfront mornings, this home delivers the ultimate riverfront lifestyle. Located just minutes from EverBank Stadium and downtown Jacksonville's vibrant cultural and dining scene, this is city living re-imagined with timeless architecture, unforgettable views, and unmatched serenity.

Listing Office: O'MALLEY REAL ESTATE INC
Source MLS Verified

Last Updated: October - 21 - 2025

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.