This home is in St. Augustine — a waterfront home in St. Johns County.
Active·331 days on market
178 Avenida Menendez
St. Augustine, FL 32084
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About this home
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.
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Cost to own
True monthly cost
What this home actually costs per month at the asking price — not just the mortgage.
- • 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, eTown, Seven Pines…), bond assessments are collected on the property-tax bill, and the amount varies home to home — a prior owner may have prepaid the bond — so we confirm this home’s exact line rather than trust a community average.
- • 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 (that applies to the reference bill above too).
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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 homeAs of July 2026, this Reality Check is informational only — it draws on FEMA/FDEM hazard layers, Florida DOH water records, and the listing’s own fields at this property’s coordinates. None of it is a determination, survey, or inspection, and public records can lag or conflict with on-site conditions. Independently verify anything you’ll rely on: the flood zone at msc.fema.gov and floridadisaster.org/knowyourzone (and confirm flood-insurance cost with your lender and a licensed insurance agent), and the sewer/septic, roof, and utilities with a professional inspection.
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.
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.
Closed sales
What sold nearby
Closed sales within about two miles in the last 18 months, same property type, similar size. Closed prices from the MLS, not estimates. Their median is $534/sq ft; this home is listed at $588/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 290 St. George Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084Listed by MAXREV, LLC | Aug 2026 | $1,645,000 | $534 | 4/3.5 | 3,080 | 84 | 0.1 |
| 107 Arpieka Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by DJ & LINDSEY REAL ESTATE | Jun 2026 | $732,000 | $250 | 4/2 | 2,927 | 28 | 0.6 |
| 70 Water Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084Listed by CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE FIRST COAST | Aug 2026 | $1,835,000 | $601 | 3/3 | 3,053 | 72 | 1 |
| 65 Water Street, St. Augustine, FL 32084Listed by ONE SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY | Jun 2026 | $4,750,000 | $1,136 | 3/4.5 | 4,180 | 35 | 1 |
| 120 Oyster Catcher Circle, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by THE NEWCOMER GROUP | Jul 2026 | $950,000 | $281 | 4/4 | 3,385 | 109 | 1.2 |
| 28 E Park Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32084Listed by THE NEWCOMER GROUP | Jun 2026 | $1,090,000 | $342 | 3/2.5 | 3,190 | 61 | 2 |
Sold data from the realMLS IDX feed. A closed price is what a buyer paid, not what this home is worth; Krista runs the adjustments per home.
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Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS ST. AUGUSTINE
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided through the IDX program of realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service). © 2026 Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved.
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