Sold·Closed Aug 14, 2026·88 days on market
202 Saint Johns Drive
Palatka, FL 32177
About this home
Palatka
Discover this stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom riverfront home nestled on a sprawling 2.05-acre lot along the picturesque St. Johns River, offering an impressive 140' +/- of waterfront. While this waterfront gem is a dream come true, it requires some updates to fully realize its potential. This home is priced with renovation in mind. The kitchen seamlessly flows into the living area, creating an inviting and spacious atmosphere. The cozy living room features a charming brick fireplace and cathedral ceilings adorned with wood beams. The expansive sunroom provides a breathtaking view of the pool and river. Additionally, the home includes a carport equipped with an attached workshop and storage area. For added convenience, the home also boasts a full house generator. Located in flood zone X so no flood insurance is required.
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 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 — year not disclosed (home built 1970)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
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: ~1,614 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
2025 property taxes (current owner): $12,784/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.
History
Price & status history
- Aug 14, 2026Closed$499,900
- Jul 13, 2026Active Under Contract$499,900
- Apr 15, 2026Listed$499,900
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 $260/sq ft; this home is listed at $256/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 276 Harbor Drive, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by IHEART REALTY INC | Jul 2026 | $440,000 | $302 | 3/2 | 1,455 | 9 | 0.4 |
| 110 Cedar Creek Road, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC | Sep 2026 | $465,000 | $260 | 2/2 | 1,789 | 4 | 0.5 |
| 290 Tarpon Boulevard, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC | Aug 2026 | $249,900 | $143 | 3/2 | 1,747 | 11 | 0.6 |
| 120 Barracuda Drive, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by INTERLACHEN REALTY SERVICES, INC | Jun 2026 | $155,000 | $108 | 3/2 | 1,440 | 42 | 1 |
| 111 E Groveland Lane, East Palatka, FL 32131Listed by TIMBER TO TIDES REALTY LLC | Jun 2026 | $900,000 | $427 | 3/3 | 2,109 | 1 | 1.4 |
| 370 Cedar Creek Road, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by WATSON REALTY CORP | Aug 2026 | $400,000 | $191 | 3/2.5 | 2,092 | 1 | 1.8 |
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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Interior
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Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC
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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