This home is in Celestina, St. Johns — a gated community home in St. Johns County.
Sold·Closed Jun 5, 2026·48 days on market·Recent sales in Celestina·Celestina
162 Carina Trail
St. Johns, FL 32259
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About this home
Celestina
MOTIVATED SELLERS!! Indulge in a private, resort-style retreat where outdoor living takes center stage. Thoughtfully designed for both entertaining and quiet relaxation, the backyard showcases a saltwater pool and spa, gas firepit, retractable screen enclosure, and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen with solid surface countertops--creating an exceptional setting that feels both refined and inviting. Built in 2020 and extensively upgraded, 162 Carina Trail offers 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths within the exclusive, guard-gated community of Celestina in highly sought-after St. Johns County. Inside, a refined open-concept design is enhanced by custom built-ins, a well-appointed mudroom/drop zone, and a professionally enclosed upstairs loft with added wall and barn door--ideal as a private executive office or sophisticated flex space.
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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
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Roof: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 2020)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Solar potential: ~1,741 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
North-facing backyard — the shade-and-soft-light lot
The listing reports the home facing south, which puts the backyard and pool on the north side. Today at this address: sunrise 7:25 AM, sunset 7:00 PM.
- A pool back here gets the least direct sun: cooler water and less glare — a real preference split, so decide which camp you are in before you price it.
- The rear stays out of direct sun for most of the day — the coolest lanai orientation in a Florida summer, and the softest, most even light all day.
- Winter afternoons on the lanai run dim earlier than any other orientation.
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
| Year | Market value | Taxable value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $539,960 | $416,278 | — |
| 2024 | $543,169 | $403,839 | — |
| 2023 | $531,414 | $390,620 | — |
| 2022 | $427,786 | $377,786 | — |
| 2021 | $349,025 | $349,025 | — |
| 2020 | $88,000 | $88,000 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $5,768/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$12,300/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.
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 $225/sq ft; this home is listed at $264/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1608 E Kayla Court, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by TAH FLORIDA LLC | Aug 2026 | $565,000 | $181 | 5/3.5 | 3,118 | 7 | 0.3 |
| 133 Dragonfly Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by MAINSTAY BROKERAGE LLC | Aug 2026 | $439,000 | $192 | 4/3 | 2,284 | 31 | 0.3 |
| 532 Saddlestone Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by WATSON REALTY CORP | Oct 2026 | $982,000 | $256 | 5/4 | 3,834 | 37 | 0.5 |
| 1844 W Windy Way, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by MARK SPAIN REAL ESTATE | Sep 2026 | $510,000 | $217 | 4/3 | 2,347 | 49 | 0.5 |
| 352 Arella Way, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS ST JOHNS | Sep 2026 | $659,900 | $238 | 4/3 | 2,770 | 11 | 0.6 |
| 3920 E Glendale Court, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by MOMENTUM REALTY | Aug 2026 | $660,000 | $225 | 5/4 | 2,934 | 40 | 0.6 |
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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Listing Courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY
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.
The neighborhood
About Celestina
Celestina is a neighborhood in St. Johns County, FL (St. Johns County), ZIP 32259.
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