This home is in Palencia, St. Augustine — a gated community home in St. Johns County.
Sold·Closed Sep 1, 2026·11 days on market·Recent sales in Palencia·Palencia
305 Via Castilla 203
St. Augustine, FL 32095
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About this home
Palencia
Welcome to easy, maintenance-free living in the highly desirable gated community of Avila within Palencia. This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and resort-style amenities. Inside, you'll find fresh interior paint, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a bright, open layout designed for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features 42-inch cabinetry, granite countertops, ample storage, and overlooks the spacious living and dining areas. A versatile flex space provides endless possibilities as a home office, reading nook, or formal dining room. The primary suite serves as a private retreat with dual vanities, a walk-in shower, and a generous walk-in closet. A spacious guest bedroom and adjacent full bath provide comfortable accommodations for family and visitors. For added convenience, the washer and dryer are located within the unit, and a reserved covered parking space is included. Living in Palencia (cont..)
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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.
This bill runs well above the county-average estimate — usually the sign of a CDD or special assessment on this home. We confirm the exact line (and whether a bond was ever prepaid) before you offer.
- • 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.
Flood zone not yet determined
Check the exact parcel at msc.fema.gov or ask Krista to pull it.
Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowners insurance — it’s always a separate policy.
Evacuation zone not yet determined
Check floridadisaster.org/knowyourzone.
Roof: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 2005)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Solar potential: ~1,811 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 homeThis 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
Last sold: $265,000 in June 2022(county public record, not MLS data)
| Year | Market value | Taxable value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $195,000 | $195,000 | — |
| 2024 | $205,000 | $205,000 | — |
| 2023 | $198,090 | $198,090 | — |
| 2022 | $149,000 | $75,145 | — |
| 2021 | $121,500 | $71,500 | — |
| 2020 | $117,500 | $117,500 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $5,468/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$3,400/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
- Sep 2, 2026Closed$215,000
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 $162/sq ft; this home is listed at $168/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 315 Via Castilla 204, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by MARK SPAIN REAL ESTATE | Sep 2026 | $212,500 | $154 | 3/2 | 1,383 | 17 | 0 |
| 315 Via Castilla 203, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by DAVIDSON REALTY, INC. | Jun 2026 | $215,000 | $168 | 2/2 | 1,278 | 112 | 0 |
| 150 Calle El Jardin 101, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by MOMENTUM REALTY | Dec 2025 | $224,500 | $162 | 3/2 | 1,383 | 112 | 0 |
| 140 Calle El Jardin 102, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by DOGWOOD REALTY | Jul 2026 | $205,000 | $160 | 2/2 | 1,278 | 117 | 0.1 |
| 425 La Travesia Flora 203, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by PREMIER HOMES REALTY INC | Jul 2026 | $195,000 | $153 | 2/2 | 1,278 | 48 | 0.1 |
| 180 Calle El Jardin 204, St. Augustine, FL 32095Listed by BETTER HOMES & GARDENS REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLES REALTY | Oct 2025 | $249,000 | $180 | 3/2 | 1,383 | 3 | 0.1 |
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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Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: DJ & LINDSEY REAL ESTATE
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.
The neighborhood
About Palencia
Palencia is a neighborhood in St. Johns County, FL (St. Johns County), ZIP 32095.
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