4157 Water Oak Lane, Jacksonville, FL 32210
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Lifestyles Realty
Listed by: angela d huggins, jamie huggins
Office: x factor success realty
MLS#:2162966
Source:JV
Price summary
- Price:$715,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$172.71
About this home
Classic Ortega Forest character meets over $220k in major modern improvements! Set on a rare and private 0.72-acre lot beneath mature trees, this extensively improved home offers 3,146 SF, 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths--plus an additional approximately 800 SF detached building offering exceptional future potential. Beyond the beautiful cosmetic updates, the big-ticket improvements have already been addressed, including extensive foundation repairs, replacement of electrical and plumbing systems, and a new septic system. Additional improvements include a 2023 roof, 2026 HVAC compressor, stucco repairs, new driveway pad and landscaping. Enjoy a fenced backyard, gated front courtyard, 1-car garage, 1-car carport, shed and covered work area. A rare opportunity offering space, privacy, flexibility and future potential in desirable Ortega Forest!
Please note that some of the photos have been virtually staged/created and are for ideas only. CLASSIC ORTEGA FOREST CHARACTER. MAJOR MODERN IMPROVEMENTS. EXCEPTIONAL FLEXIBILITY.
Set on a rare and private 0.72-acre lot beneath mature trees, this extensively improved Ortega Forest property offers 3,146 SF, 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths in the main residence--plus an additional approximately 800 SF detached dwelling at the rear of the property offering exceptional future potential.
The additional detached structure provides a rare opportunity for a future guest house, private office, studio, workshop, fitness space, multi-generational living or other creative use. With updates, this additional space could become a significant asset and further expand the property's already exceptional flexibility.
This is more than a cosmetic renovation. Significant investment has been made to address many of the major infrastructure concerns associated with an established home.
MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS
" Extensive foundation repairs completed
" Electrical system replaced throughout
" Plumbing replaced throughout
" New septic system installed
" Roof replaced in 2023
" HVAC compressor replaced in 2026
EXTERIOR & SITE IMPROVEMENTS
" Stucco repairs completed
" Broken circular driveway removed
" New driveway pad installed
" Professional landscaping
" Fresh exterior paint
" Fenced backyard
" Gated front courtyard
" 1-car garage
" 1-car carport
" Storage shed
" Covered work area
INTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS
" Popcorn ceilings removed and modern knockdown texture added
" Fresh interior paint throughout
" Updated lighting throughout
KITCHEN UPDATES
" Restained KraftMaid cabinetry
" New quartz countertops and custom tile backsplash
" New stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave
BATHROOM UPDATES
" New tile flooring
" New vanities
" New toilets
" Updated lighting and mirrors
With nearly three-quarters of an acre, 3,146 SF in the main home and an additional detached structure offering future possibilities, this property delivers a combination of space, privacy and flexibility that is increasingly difficult to find in Ortega Forest.
The big-ticket improvements have already been done--leaving the next owner with the opportunity to enjoy a thoughtfully updated home while imagining the possibilities of the additional detached space....
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Home facts
- Year built:1954
- Subdivision & Development:Ortega Forest
- Listing ID #:2162966
- Added:22 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 24, 2026 at 12:46 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Flooring:tile, wood
- Bathrooms Description:Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Living area:3,146 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1954
- Building area:3,146 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.72 Acres
- Architectural Style:Mid-Century Modern
- Construction Materials:Stucco
Schools
- Elementary school:John Stockton
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Septic Tank, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$715,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$172.71
- Tax amount:$6,430 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Amenities:Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
Parking
- Parking description:Additional Parking, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:1
- Carport spaces:1
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