Active·115 days on market
524 Cedar Creek Road
Palatka, FL 32177
About this home
Palatka
Welcome to a rare, gated riverfront estate offering 128 feet of navigable waterfront along the St. Johns River--where privacy, function, and lifestyle converge on approximately 1.47 acres. Behind an elegant security gate, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence spans nearly 3,000 square feet and is thoughtfully designed for both comfort and accessibility, featuring wheelchair-friendly living spaces throughout. A striking Spanish-style tile-look metal roof (2021) sets the tone, complemented by fruit trees, blooming azaleas and 3 palm trees framing the river's edge. Property is high and dry in flood zone X. Inside, engineered Brazilian teak flooring (2022) flows through much of the home, while the eat-in kitchen is enhanced with leathered granite countertops (2022), , breakfast bar, & functional design overlooking the beautiful St. Johns River. 2 wood-burning fireplaces add warmth & character, and the open layout provides relaxing living and water views from most rooms.
Cost to own
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Cost to own
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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, 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
2025 property taxes (current owner): $8,549/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. Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll, NEFMLS.
Storms & insurance
Florida Reality Check
The storm-and-insurance facts every Florida buyer should know up front.
Zone X — minimal flood hazard
Flood insurance is typically not required by lenders (always optional).
Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowners insurance — it’s always a separate policy.
Hurricane evacuation zone B
Zone B evacuates after zone A in an approaching storm.
Roof: Metal — 2021 per the listing
A recent roof is the single biggest lever on Florida homeowners-insurance pricing.
Likely septic · Private well (public record)
County records indicate an onsite septic system — budget a septic inspection before closing (typically $300–$500) and expect pump-outs every 3–5 years.
Source: Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).
Solar potential: ~1,490 usable sun-hours per year
Moderate solar exposure — shade or roof orientation limits panel output here.
Krista can connect you with local insurance quotes before you make an offer.
Ask about this homeInformational 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
- Mar 22, 2026Listed$899,000
History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.
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Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: BARBARA B JENNESS PA
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by realMLS (Northeast Florida MLS).
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