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Sold·Closed Jun 16, 2026·38 days on market

278 Harbor Drive

Palatka, FL 32177

$142,000sold priceListed at $190,000 · 74.7% of asking$117/sqftMLS# 2143152
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,216
Sq Ft
1972
Built
—
Garage
No
Pool
No HOA10,454 sqft lotWaterfrontSingle Family Residence1 story

About this home

Palatka

Investor Special - Cash Only Opportunity in Palatka Unlock the potential at 278 Tapon Blvd! Priced well below retail value with tons of room for investor upside, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. Whether you're looking for your next flip, rental, or value-add project, this property offers strong potential returns. Located in a quiet area just a few hundred yards from the main St. Johns River and in a deep canal, this property brings added appeal for those seeking boating, fishing, and true Florida waterfront lifestyle access. Conveniently close to shopping and dining, the location supports both resale value and rental demand. This fixer-upper is ready for your vision--bring your contractor and creativity. With the right updates, this property could truly shine. Opportunities like this don't come around often, especially at this price point.

Cost to own

True monthly cost

What this home actually costs per month at the asking price — not just the mortgage.

Principal & interest20% down · 7.4% · 30yr$787
Estimated total, before insurance$787/mo
Seller’s 2025 tax billper the MLS — includes any CDD / assessments$2,291/yr · $191/mo
  • • 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).
Mortgage calculator — adjust rate & down payment

Cost to own

Mortgage calculator

$142,000
$28,400
Loan Term
Monthly Payment
$787
Principal & Interest: $787
Insurance (est.): $95
Estimated Total Monthly
$881
*30-year loan at 7.4% APR (avg 30-yr rate 2026-10-08, Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED). Taxes vary by county; insurance is a rough estimate — Florida premiums swing with roof age and flood zone (see the Reality Check). Actual costs may vary.

Cost to own

Taxes & assessment

2025 property taxes (current owner): $2,291/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

  • Jul 18, 2026Closed$190,000

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 $217/sq ft; this home is listed at $156/sq ft.

AddressClosedPrice$/sq ftBd/BaSq ftDOMMiles
276 Harbor Drive, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by IHEART REALTY INCJul 2026$440,000$3023/21,45590
137 Bonita Drive, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INCJun 2026$160,000$1482/21,0781570.4
120 Barracuda Drive, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by INTERLACHEN REALTY SERVICES, INCJun 2026$155,000$1083/21,440420.6
117 Mackerel Avenue, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by MAXREV, LLCJul 2026$247,900$1883/21,32180.7
541 Palmetto Bluff Road, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by ANCHOR REALTY JAXAug 2026$289,900$2173/21,334450.8
786 W River Road, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by TIMBER TO TIDES REALTY LLCJul 2026$550,000$4073/11,352540.8

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.

Features

Price$190,000
Price / Sq Ft$156
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms2.00
Full Baths2
Square Footage1,216
Acres0.24 acres
Year Built1972
TypeResidential
Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
StyleOther
Property ConditionFixer
StatusClosed
# of Carport Spaces1
Has PoolNo
Is WaterfrontYes

Community Information

Address278 Harbor Drive, Palatka, FL 32177
Area021-St Nicholas Area
SubdivisionBostwick
CityPalatka
CountyPutnam
StateFL
Zip Code32177
Lot Size10,454.4 sq ft
Parcel Number350827815000100030

Amenities

UtilitiesOther
SewerSeptic Tank
Water SourceWell
ParkingCarport
Waterfront TypeCanal Front

Interior

Interior FeaturesOther
AppliancesOther
CoolingOther
FireplaceYes
Fireplace FeaturesOther
# of Stories1
LevelsOne
LaundryIn Carport

Exterior

FencingOther
Other StructuresOther

Additional Information

Date ListedMay 2, 2026
Days on Market38
Tax Amount$2,291.39
Tax Year2025
Listing TermsCash
55+ CommunityNo
New ConstructionNo

Listing Courtesy of: MOMENTUM REALTY

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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