Discover the rare beauty of life on Black Hammock Island. This private retreat set on over three breathtaking acres along the marsh has sweeping views across the water toward Amelia Island. This property offers an unparalleled backdrop of tidal creeks, native wildlife, and ever-changing coastal skies. Wake up early and step onto the expansive deck to watch the sun rise in brilliant color over the marsh. Spend peaceful afternoons on the screened-in patio, where cool breezes and the gentle sounds of nature create the perfect setting to unwind, read, or gather with friends. Whether it's morning coffee or evening relaxation, the outdoor living spaces are designed to fully embrace the serene surroundings. Inside, the home is ready for your personal touch. Much of the flooring update has already been started, providing an opportunity for the next owner to complete the vision and truly make it their own. With solid beginnings in place, this property invites creativity and customization while offering the privacy and tranquility that only island living can provide. Importantly, the property has already undergone significant updates designed to strengthen and protect the home, including improvements made to shore up the structure and enhance flood prevention. These thoughtful upgrades provide added peace of mind while preserving the natural beauty and integrity of the surrounding marshland. If you've been dreaming of space, marsh views, and a slower pace of life immersed in nature, this Black Hammock Island retreat is ready to become your coastal sanctuary.
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
3.77 acresLot Size
$185Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by KRYSTAL PAULSON• COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY
Bought with MARIAN BUGGS• HARPER & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE
Est. $2,223 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 15501 Shellcracker Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
realMLS #2132999
Jul 24, 2026
Sold
$338,300
$185/sq ft
Jun 20, 2026
Contingent
—
May 20, 2026
Price Changed
$360,000
$197/sq ft
Mar 4, 2026
Listed
$375,000
$206/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 10, 2019
Sold
$199,300
$109/sq ft
realMLS #1004672
Sep 30, 2019
Sold
$199,250
$109/sq ft
Sep 24, 2019
Pending
—
Aug 30, 2019
Contingent
—
Jul 9, 2019
Listed
$199,900
$110/sq ft
+27
Here I sit, all alone, waiting patiently for someone to come make me their home once again. I long for folks to enjoy a good book, cup of coffee or adult beverage while we gaze across the marsh to Amelia Island. I have so many possibilities with full 2BR/2BA downstairs, and 2BR/1BA upstairs. Perhaps a waterfront second home, weekend get-a-way, for relaxing home at the end of a long career. There are a few things left to be done (see Supplement for list), but it's just enough that I can't be financed VA/FHA. Ask for more details, the full tour of 32 photos, and your personal tour today! No Survey or Seller's Disclosure available - never lived in property. Why is VA/FHA excluded for this home? Readily observable is the fogged windows, torn/missing screens, wobbly banisters, and WDO. Let's talk about cementious siding. Cementious siding, or fiber cement siding, has the appearance of wood, but is durable, water-resistant, termite-resistant, and non-combustible. Cementious siding is composed of cement, sand, and cellulose fiber that has been autoclaved (cured with pressurized steam) to increase its strength and dimensional stability. The fiber is added as reinforcement to prevent cracking. Since it is not susceptible to rot and infestation, cementious siding offers a long lasting alternative to typical exterior wall cladding. With easy access to I-295 & Dames Point, you can be anywhere in town in 45 minutes or less! Very near the new River City Marketplace for all types of shopping, the Jacksonville International Airport, the new UF Health medical facility, the Jacksonville Zoological Gardens, area beaches, the new Amazon facility and more. Be sure to check out the Wm. F. Sheffield Regional Park featuring three basketball courts, a picnic pavilion with grills, two soccer and football multi-use fields, a fishing pier, a canoe launch, asphalt trails, concessions and rest rooms. Also nearby is the Betz Tiger Point Preserve, "surrounded by awe inspiring broad expanses of saltwater marsh. Stunning scenic views as well as abundant wildlife can be seen in this natural setting. With its adjoining neighbor, Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park, visitors can enjoy miles of nature trails for hiking, biking and equestrian use, kayak/canoe areas, and ample fishing. Use the canoe launch a few hundred feet south of the Preserve to launch your canoe and explore the salt marshes."
The primary activities allowed in this category are agriculture and related uses. Resource-based activities allowed in this category are agriculture and related uses that do not attract spin-off urban development or may not be a desirable activity in the urbanized area because of external impacts on adjacent lands are also allowed. Full urban services and facilities will not be provided by the City and are not required for the other uses in the Agriculture Land Use Category. The following primary and secondary zoning districts may be considered in the Agriculture Category depicted on the Future Land Use Maps of the Comprehensive Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Ranch
Housing-Single unit
Marina
Veterinary clinic
Cemetery
Park & open space
Nov 17, 2006 • Final
Building
Addition
Apr 29, 2005 • Final
Roofing
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Off Street, Other
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, His and Hers Closets, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Split Bedrooms
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Vinyl
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Exterior
Pool Features
Private YN: No
No
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
SecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Screened
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Frame
Property Information
Entry Level: 2
Levels: Two
Waterfront Features: Marsh, Navigable Water, River Front, Seawall
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Current Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Wetlands
Lot Size Acres: 3.77
Lot Size Area: 3.77
Lot Size Units: Acres
Waterfront
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,058.07
Tax Year: 2025
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Split System
Has Cooling
Heating: Central
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Location
Community Information
No
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,824
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3.77 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: 1989
County: Duval County
APN: 1596840235R
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 11, 2026