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Active·241 days on market·City Of St Augustine

178 Avenida Menendez

St. Augustine, FL 32084

$2,350,000$588/sqftEst. $12,508/moMLS# 2118296

Beds

Baths

3,999

Sq Ft

1912

Built

Garage

Pool

About this home

City Of St Augustine

178 Avenida Menendez - An Iconic Flagler-Era Residence with Panoramic Bayfront Views Exquisitely restored and meticulously maintained. The Bodley/Bennett residence is a rare Flagler-era treasure, originally built in 1910 and thoughtfully renovated between 2010 and 2012. Perched along the Matanzas River, this historic legal home commands sweeping, panoramic vistas of the St. Augustine Bayfront and the legendary Bridge of Lions, offering a lifestyle defined by elegance, heritage, and unmatched waterfront charm. Boasting 6 bedrooms and 5 full baths, this residence seamlessly blends historic character with modern comforts. Yellow pine flooring, 8'' hardwood baseboards, original five-panel doors, and grand staircases evoke timeless craftsmanship while updated systems and finishes ensure contemporary luxury. Optional 1 year home warranty provided by Fidelity National Home Warranty.

Cost to own

Mortgage calculator

Home Price

$2,350,000

Down Payment: 20%

$470,000

Interest Rate: 6.55%

Loan Term

Monthly Payment

$11,945

Principal & Interest: $11,945

Est. Taxes & Insurance: $2,986

Estimated Total Monthly

$14,931

*Estimates based on 30-year loan at 6.55% APR (avg 30-yr rate 2026-07-16, Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED). Actual payments may vary.

Cost to own

True monthly cost

What this home actually costs per month at the asking price — not just the mortgage.

Principal & interest20% down · 7.0% · 30yr$12,508

Property taxesest. at asking price, St. Johns County$3,127

Estimated total, before insurance$15,635/mo

• Homeowners insurance is on top — in Florida it varies widely with roof age and wind/flood zone (see the Reality Check below). Budget it before you offer.
• In CDD communities (Nocatee, SilverLeaf, eTown…), bond assessments are collected on the property-tax bill — the tax estimate above reflects county averages, so confirm this home’s exact CDD with us.
• Taxes are estimated at YOUR purchase price — Florida assessments reset on sale, so the seller’s current bill is usually lower than yours will be.

Cost to own

Taxes & assessment

Year	Market value	Taxable value	Change
2025	$1,290,805	$1,009,275	—
2024	$1,259,718	$917,523	—
2023	$916,474	$834,112	—
2022	$982,581	$758,284	—
2021	$689,349	$689,349	—
2020	$693,793	$680,493	—

2024 property taxes (current owner): $18,393/yr

Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$37,500/yr

Florida’s Save Our Homes cap limits how fast the current owner’s assessment can rise — and it resets when a home sells, so a buyer’s tax bill is typically based on the purchase price, not the seller’s bill above. Estimate uses the median effective rate across 1,595 current St. Johns listings and includes typical non-ad-valorem assessments; actual taxes depend on exemptions and taxing district. Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll (2025), NEFMLS.

Storms & insurance

Florida Reality Check

The storm-and-insurance facts every Florida buyer should know up front.

Zone AE — high-risk flood zone (Special Flood Hazard Area)

Lenders require flood insurance for financed purchases here.

Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowners insurance — it’s always a separate policy.

Hurricane evacuation zone A

Zone A evacuates first in a storm — typically coastal and surge-prone areas.

Roof: material not specified — year not disclosed (home built 1912)

Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.

Sewer · FL0021938 - City of Saint Augustine WWTP - customer accounts · Public water (record)

County records show this parcel on central sewer served by FL0021938 - City of Saint Augustine WWTP - customer accounts — no septic system to inspect or maintain.

Source: Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).

Solar potential: ~1,791 usable sun-hours per year

A strong solar roof by Florida standards — worth pricing panels if energy bills matter to you.

Krista can connect you with local insurance quotes before you make an offer.

Ask about this home

Informational only, based on FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer and Florida Division of Emergency Management data at this property’s coordinates. Zones change with map revisions — verify the parcel at msc.fema.gov and floridadisaster.org/knowyourzone before relying on this.

History

Price & status history

Nov 17, 2025Listed$2,350,000

History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.

Features

Price$2,350,000

Price / Sq Ft$588

Bedrooms6

Bathrooms5.00

Full Baths5

Square Footage3,999

Acres0.08 acres

Year Built1912

TypeResidential

Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence

StyleHistoric

Property ConditionUpdated/Remodeled

StatusActive

# of Garages2

Has PoolNo

Is WaterfrontYes

School Information

ElementaryKetterlinus

MiddleSebastian

HighSt. Augustine

Community Information

Address178 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Area322-Downtown St Augustine

SubdivisionCity Of St Augustine

CitySt. Augustine

CountySt. Johns

StateFL

Zip Code32084

Lot Size3,484.8 sq ft

Parcel Number1985900000

ZoningSingle Family

Amenities

UtilitiesCable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Propane

SewerPublic Sewer

Water SourcePublic

ParkingGarage, Garage Door Opener, On Street

ViewIntracoastal, River

Waterfront TypeIntracoastal

Interior

Interior FeaturesBreakfast Nook, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub, Split Bedrooms

AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Softener Owned

HeatingCentral, Electric, Heat Pump

CoolingCentral Air, Electric

FlooringWood

FireplaceYes

# of Fireplaces1

Fireplace FeaturesGas

# of Stories3

LevelsThree Or More

LaundryIn Unit