This home is in Ocean Palms, St. Augustine — a new construction home in St. Johns County.
Active·187 days on market·Ocean Palms
949 N Griffin Shores Drive
St. Augustine, FL 32080
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About this home
Ocean Palms
Located within the gated community of Ocean Palms, Griffin Shores Drive is one of the most desired addresses in St Augustine. On just under an acre of land, this coveted location allows for deep water at all tides and is only minutes from the Matanzas inlet with nearly instant ocean access. Facing a conservation area and wildlife habit, the natural beauty that surround creates a private oasis. Designed with both elegance and functionality in mind, this stunning home provides expansive living spaces, modern conveniences, and exceptional outdoor features showcasing the pristine natural beauty. Inside, volume ceilings and expansive windows open to sweeping views of the Intracoastal. The Great Room serves as the heart of the home with a cozy fireplace, dry bar, and dedicated wine storage. An open gourmet kitchen, complete with butler's pantry flows seamlessly into the formal dining room.
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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 2027)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Solar potential: ~1,251 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 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 | $800,000 | $710,088 | — |
| 2024 | $800,000 | $645,535 | — |
| 2023 | $800,000 | $586,850 | — |
| 2022 | $733,600 | $533,500 | — |
| 2021 | $485,000 | $485,000 | — |
| 2020 | $485,000 | $485,000 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $10,168/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$59,100/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
- Apr 10, 2026Listed$3,700,000
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 $463/sq ft; this home is listed at $844/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 688 Ocean Palm Way, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080Listed by BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY | Oct 2026 | $4,050,000 | $955 | 4/5.5 | 4,239 | 53 | 1.7 |
| 365 Marsh Point Circle, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by COLDWELL BANKER PREMIER PROPERTIES | Sep 2026 | $1,075,000 | $340 | 4/3.5 | 3,164 | 7 | 1.7 |
| 912 Sandy Beach Circle, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by ENGEL & VOLKERS ST AUGUSTINE | Aug 2026 | $1,440,000 | $410 | 4/3 | 3,510 | 10 | 2 |
| 473 Ocean Forest Drive, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080Listed by ENGEL & VOLKERS ST AUGUSTINE | Jul 2026 | $1,700,000 | $463 | 4/4 | 3,669 | 70 | 2 |
| 6698 A1A S, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC | Mar 2026 | $700,000 | $205 | 4/3.5 | 3,416 | 83 | 2.5 |
| 188 Herons Nest Lane, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY | Aug 2026 | $1,850,000 | $482 | 3/3 | 3,842 | 0 | 2.6 |
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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Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: ENGEL & VOLKERS 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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About Ocean Palms
Ocean Palms is a neighborhood in St. Augustine, FL (St. Johns County), ZIP 32080.
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