8148 Blue Jay LaneJacksonville, FL 32256Price: $1,279,000

(OPEN HOUSE 9/5 10:30A-12:30P) Move-in-ready, single-story luxury in gated Deerwood Country Club. Set on a spacious half-acre lot, this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers 3,477 square feet, and an exceptional screened outdoor living space with pool, spa, covered patio, and a custom outdoor kitchen and bar. Inside, newly installed engineered oak flooring flows throughout the home, complementing a wood-burning fireplace and fully remodeled kitchen. All bathrooms feature updated tile, including three complete top-to-bottom renovations. Just as impressive is the extensive investment in the home's major systems: a 2024 roof, 2024 HVAC with all-new ductwork, 2026 windows and exterior doors, tankless Rinnai water heater, water softener and whole-house Generac generator supported by two underground 250-gallon propane tanks. The backyard is designed for year-round Florida living. Enjoy the incredible backyard amenities while knowing your sizable yard stays lush with an irrigation well. Additional features include permanent exterior lighting, new gutters, a circular driveway and a screened 2-car garage with built-in cabinetry. Deerwood offers guarded access along with neighborhood recreation including a park, pavilion, sports field, basketball court and playground. Optional membership at Deerwood Country Club provides access to championship golf, tennis, pickleball, fitness, aquatics, dining and social amenities. Centrally located on Jacksonville's Southside with convenient access to St. Johns Town Center, major employment corridors, downtown and the beaches, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy the space and established character of Deerwood without taking on an extensive and costly renovation that most older homes necessitate.