This home is in Palencia, St. Augustine — a gated community home in St. Johns County.
Sold·Closed Jul 16, 2026·7 days on market·Recent sales in Palencia·Palencia
286 Vale Drive
St. Augustine, FL 32095
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About this home
Palencia
Tucked behind lush landscaping and designed for both privacy and connection, this exceptional John Kenny Custom Home offers a living experience unlike any other. From the moment you arrive, you're welcomed into a stunning courtyard centered around a sparkling pool--the heart of the home. The main residence is thoughtfully positioned on one side, while a private ''Casita'' sits on the other, creating a retreat-style setting ideal for guests, extended family, a home office, or multigenerational living. A whole-house Generac generator delivers reliable backup power, allowing you to enjoy your home year-round without interruption. Offered for the very first time by its original owners, this meticulously maintained property features a total of 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and a 3 car garage. The main home includes a first-floor bedroom and full bath, with two additional bedrooms and two baths upstairs.
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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 C
Zone C evacuates after zones A, B in an approaching storm.
Roof: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 2007)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Sewer · St Johns County Utilities - accounts · Public water · St Johns County Utilities - water accounts
County records show this parcel on central sewer served by St Johns County Utilities - accounts — no septic system to inspect or maintain.
Source: Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).
Solar potential: ~1,785 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
| Year | Market value | Taxable value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,079,602 | $486,194 | — |
| 2024 | $1,041,658 | $471,784 | — |
| 2023 | $908,098 | $456,586 | — |
| 2022 | $964,990 | $441,831 | — |
| 2021 | $579,547 | $427,506 | — |
| 2020 | $563,199 | $420,913 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $11,473/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$23,300/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 16, 2026Closed$1,495,000
- Jun 4, 2026Listed$1,495,000
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 $274/sq ft; this home is listed at $395/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 341 Vale Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by REALTY ONE GROUP ELEVATE | Aug 2026 | $1,143,750 | $341 | 4/3.5 | 3,356 | 58 | 0.2 |
| 612 Glorieta Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by MEMORY HOPKINS REAL ESTATE | Aug 2026 | $790,000 | $274 | 4/4 | 2,882 | 69 | 0.3 |
| 122 Senora Court, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by EXP REALTY LLC | Aug 2026 | $1,576,500 | $414 | 4/4.5 | 3,811 | 3 | 0.3 |
| 3024 Las Calinas Boulevard, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES FLORIDA NETWORK REALTY | Jul 2026 | $705,000 | $266 | 4/3 | 2,647 | 54 | 0.3 |
| 84 San Telmo Court, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY | Jul 2026 | $665,000 | $197 | 5/4 | 3,381 | 265 | 0.4 |
| 2869 Las Calinas Boulevard, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE FIRST COAST | Jul 2026 | $575,000 | $210 | 4/3.5 | 2,743 | 99 | 0.4 |
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: COMPASS FLORIDA 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 Palencia
Palencia is a neighborhood in St. Johns County, FL (St. Johns County), ZIP 32095.
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