This home is in Watersong At Rivertown, St. Johns — a 55+ community home in St. Johns County.
Sold·Closed Jul 31, 2026·25 days on market·Recent sales in Watersong At Rivertown·Watersong At Rivertown
280 Ladyslipper Drive
St. Johns, FL 32259
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About this home
Watersong At Rivertown
Set on a tranquil preserve homesite behind the gates of WaterSong at RiverTown, 280 Ladyslipper Drive blends refined design with effortless Florida living. Built in 2023, this beautifully customized Pier Model offers 1,920 square feet with 2 bedrooms, a private office/den, and thoughtful upgrades that create a home that feels both elegant and welcoming. From the moment you enter through the leaded glass door, the attention to detail is unmistakable. Custom board and batten accent walls and tray ceilings, designer wallpaper, crown molding, and upgraded lighting elevate the foyer and main living spaces, while warm luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the home with no carpet anywhere. The great room becomes a true centerpiece, featuring a striking wallpaper accent wall, vertical shiplap detail, and a built-in buffet with quartz countertops and a double-door wine refrigerator, perfect for entertaining. The kitchen continues the sophisticated design with white quartz countertops
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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.
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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.
Outside all hurricane evacuation zones
This location is not in a designated storm-surge evacuation zone.
Roof: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 2023)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
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.
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Taxes & assessment
Last sold: $588,200 in November 2023(county public record, not MLS data)
| Year | Market value | Taxable value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $482,863 | $251,196 | — |
| 2024 | $492,922 | $243,409 | — |
| 2023 | $95,000 | $95,000 | — |
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$8,300/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.
History
Price & status history
- Jul 31, 2026Closed$539,000
- May 1, 2026Listed$539,000
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 $256/sq ft; this home is listed at $281/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 186 Ladyslipper Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by EXP REALTY LLC | Sep 2026 | $480,000 | $256 | 2/2 | 1,876 | 24 | 0.1 |
| 383 Ladyslipper Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE FIRST COAST | Aug 2026 | $457,000 | $244 | 2/2 | 1,876 | 60 | 0.1 |
| 351 Ladyslipper Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by REAL BROKER LLC | Aug 2026 | $450,000 | $240 | 2/2 | 1,876 | 80 | 0.1 |
| 206 Pelton Place, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by MATTAMY REAL ESTATE SERVICES | Jul 2026 | $585,500 | $265 | 2/2.5 | 2,210 | 247 | 0.1 |
| 244 Juniper Hills Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by WATSON REALTY CORP | Aug 2026 | $420,000 | $266 | 3/2 | 1,576 | 149 | 0.2 |
| 84 Pigeon Cove, St. Johns, FL 32259Listed by EXP REALTY LLC | Oct 2026 | $472,000 | $252 | 2/2 | 1,876 | 95 | 0.3 |
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: EXP REALTY LLC
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 Watersong At Rivertown
Watersong At Rivertown is a neighborhood in RiverTown, FL (St. Johns County), ZIP 32259.
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