This home is in Buena Esperanza, St. Augustine.
Active·76 days on market·Buena Esperanza
158 Blanco Street
St. Augustine, FL 32084
About this home
Buena Esperanza
Fully renovated and income producing, this exceptional two-story, four bedroom, three bath property is ideally located in the heart of historic St Augustine, just a short walk to vibrant downtown attractions, dining, and entertainment. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental on Airbnb and VRBO, this turn key investment offers both immediate revenue potential and long term value. Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, the home features a new roof, new windows, updated plumbing and electrical systems, and fresh interior and exterior paint, Inside, you'll find durable luxury vinyl flooring throughout, a beautifully renovated kitchen with solid surface countertops, soft-close cabinetry, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a farmhouse sink. All bathrooms have been fully updated with modern fixtures and finishes. The spacious second-floor primary suite offers privacy and comfort, complete with a step-in shower and a full retreat style layout.
Cost to own
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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, 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
Last sold: $275,000 in October 2023(county public record, not MLS data)
| Year | Market value | Taxable value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $478,100 | $324,466 | — |
| 2024 | $242,189 | $242,189 | — |
| 2023 | $275,036 | $275,036 | ▼ $107,711 |
| 2022 | $318,631 | $8,965 | — |
| 2021 | $241,145 | $7,976 | — |
| 2020 | $192,388 | $7,521 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $7,146/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$14,800/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.
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: Metal — year not disclosed (home built 1910)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Sewer · FL0021938 - City of Saint Augustine WWTP - customer accounts · Public water (record)
County records show this parcel on central sewer served by FL0021938 - City of Saint Augustine WWTP - customer accounts — no septic system to inspect or maintain.
Source: Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).
Solar potential: ~1,687 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 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
- May 1, 2026Listed$925,000
History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.
Features
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Additional Information
The neighborhood
About Buena Esperanza
Buena Esperanza is a neighborhood in St. Johns County, FL (St. Johns County), ZIP 32084.
View all Buena Esperanza homes for sale →Listing Courtesy of: WATSON REALTY CORP
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided by realMLS (Northeast Florida MLS).
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