This home is in Fernandina Beach — a waterfront home in Nassau County.
Sold·Closed Jul 29, 2026·85 days on market·Recent sales in Amelia Island
396 Sargasso Street
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
About this home
Fernandina Beach
Pride of ownership shines throughout this 3BR/2.5BA home with lakefront views located within the desirable Dunes of Amelia community located ON Amelia Island and a short drive to the Atlantic ocean and Fernandina Beach's downtown historic district. This stunning single-story residence offers an inviting open-concept living and kitchen area featuring quartz countertops, a gas double oven with separate gas cooktop, stainless steel Bosch appliances, under and above cabinet lighting, and a spacious island perfect for entertaining. The ample and large dining room size accommodates a huge table with room for the whole family and provides plenty of entertaining room. Wood-look plank tile flows seamlessly throughout the main living spaces and bedrooms, complementing the freshly painted interior and exterior. Other recent updates include modern light fixtures, bathroom faucets, a stylish new fireplace surround, and updated landscaping on the exterior that enhances the home's curb appeal. The
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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.
Flood zone not yet determined
Check the exact parcel at msc.fema.gov or ask Krista to pull it.
Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowners insurance — it’s always a separate policy.
Evacuation zone not yet determined
Check floridadisaster.org/knowyourzone.
Roof: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 2016)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Solar potential: ~1,786 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 homeThis 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.
Sun & Light
South-facing backyard — the year-round light lot
The listing reports the home facing north, which puts the backyard on the south side. Today at this address: sunrise 7:25 AM, sunset 6:59 PM.
- The rear gets sun through the day in every season — in winter, the low southern sun keeps the lanai and yard bright when north-facing yards go flat.
- A pool back here takes sun most of the day, which means warmer water in the shoulder seasons and the most useful screened-lanai light for plants.
- Summer afternoons are strong but not the direct western blast — shade sails or lanai screening handle it.
Orientation per the MLS listing; sun paths are seasonal geometry for Northeast Florida, not a shade study — trees, screening, and neighboring structures change the picture on any specific lot.
Cost to own
Taxes & assessment
Last sold: $698,000 in June 2023(county public record, not MLS data)
| Year | Market value | Taxable value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $589,452 | $331,047 | — |
| 2024 | $554,742 | $321,010 | — |
| 2023 | $502,213 | $295,999 | — |
| 2022 | $430,130 | $265,758 | — |
| 2021 | $325,536 | $256,561 | — |
| 2020 | $304,429 | $252,328 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $5,880/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$11,800/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 435 current Nassau 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
- Jul 29, 2026Closed$724,900
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 $350/sq ft; this home is listed at $355/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 536 Spanish Way W, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Listed by CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE FIRST COAST | Aug 2026 | $739,000 | $350 | 3/2 | 2,111 | 21 | 0.4 |
| 2816 Bob White Lane, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Listed by PALM III REALTY AND PROPERTY M | Jul 2026 | $670,000 | $419 | 3/2 | 1,600 | 41 | 0.7 |
| 96180 Montego Bay, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Listed by ONE SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY | Sep 2026 | $575,000 | $349 | 3/2 | 1,649 | 101 | 0.8 |
| 96233 Montego Bay, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Listed by FERNANDINA BEACH REALTY | Aug 2026 | $755,000 | $381 | 4/2 | 1,984 | 88 | 0.8 |
| 1874 Clinch Drive, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Listed by SUMMER HOUSE REALTY | Sep 2026 | $500,000 | $315 | 3/2 | 1,588 | 481 | 1 |
| 2616 Benz Place, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Listed by MOMENTUM REALTY | Sep 2026 | $660,000 | $319 | 4/2 | 2,067 | 45 | 1.1 |
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: WATSON REALTY CORP
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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