This home is in Shearwater, St. Augustine — a home near Beachside High School.
$460,000Sold4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,968 sq ft
Sold·Closed Sep 21, 2026·82 days on market·Recent sales in Shearwater·Shearwater
196 Donovan Drive
St. Augustine, FL 32092
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About this home
Shearwater
The Nassau home plan is a stylish and functional two-story residence, offering 1,968 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. With four spacious bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, this home is designed to comfortably accommodate both family and guests. The open-concept main floor seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas, creating a perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing with loved ones. High-quality finishes and smart design elements are incorporated throughout, enhancing both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the space. The well-appointed kitchen, with modern appliances and ample counter space, is ideal for culinary enthusiasts. The two-car garage provides generous space for vehicles and extra storage, meeting the needs of today's modern lifestyle. The Nassau plan is a perfect blend of style, practicality, and comfort, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a spacious and functional home.
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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 (that applies to the reference bill above too).
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 2026)
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, read at the listing’s map pin or, on lots of an acre or more, across the county parcel (state cadastral). A zone shown for part of a lot may not be where the home stands. 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.
Around this address
Nearby, from public data
The closest public beach, park, water access, league fields and grocery store from this home's location.
Closest beach parking
Guana Reserve beach lot (south)about 15 mi · 94 parking spaces
Closest park or preserve
Gourd Island Conservation Area15 min drive · 3.3 mi of trails
Closest public boat ramp
Trout Creek Park Boat Rampabout 2 mi · St. Johns River - Trout Creek (St. Augustine)
Closest kayak & paddleboard launch
Alpine Groves Park Canoe and Kayak Launchabout 7 mi · St. Johns River
Closest youth league fields
Durbin Crossing Park15 min drive · Baseball, Football, Lacrosse, Softball, Track, Soccer
Closest grocery store
Publix11 min drive · 2845 County Road 210 W, Saint Johns
Not from the MLS. Places from FWC, FDEP, the water districts, the counties and the cities; stores from state food permits and each chain’s store list. Distances are straight-line from this home unless a drive time is shown. Fees, hours and access change, so check the agency’s page before you go.
Sun & Light
South-facing backyard — the year-round light lot
The listing reports the home facing north, which puts the backyard on the south side. Today at this address: sunrise 6:42 AM, sunset 5:38 PM.
- The rear gets sun through the day in every season — in winter, the low southern sun keeps the lanai and yard bright when north-facing yards go flat.
- Summer afternoons are strong but not the direct western blast — shade sails or lanai screening handle it.
Orientation per the MLS listing; sun paths are seasonal geometry for Northeast Florida, not a shade study — trees, screening, and neighboring structures change the picture on any specific lot.
Cost to own
Taxes & assessment
2025 property taxes (current owner): $4,135/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$7,300/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, NEFMLS.
History
Price & status history
- Sep 21, 2026Closed$479,990
- Sep 2, 2026Pending$479,990
- Jul 30, 2026Price change$479,990−$14,135
- Jun 12, 2026Listed$494,125
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 $244/sq ft; this home is listed at $234/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 182 Donovan Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32092Listed by OLYMPUS EXECUTIVE REALTY, INC | Sep 2026 | $470,000 | $261 | 4/2 | 1,798 | 60 | 0 |
| 31 Donovan Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32092Listed by OLYMPUS EXECUTIVE REALTY, INC | Sep 2026 | $545,000 | $218 | 4/3 | 2,500 | 46 | 0.1 |
| 39 Donovan Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32092Listed by OLYMPUS EXECUTIVE REALTY, INC | Sep 2026 | $510,000 | $219 | 4/2.5 | 2,327 | 46 | 0.1 |
| 135 Neighbor Court, St. Augustine, FL 32092Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS ST JOHNS | Oct 2026 | $475,000 | $207 | 4/2.5 | 2,299 | 44 | 0.2 |
| 254 Seaforth Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32092Listed by IHEART REALTY INC | Sep 2026 | $494,500 | $244 | 4/3 | 2,028 | 35 | 0.2 |
| 153 Chalet Court, St. Augustine, FL 32092Listed by ROUND TABLE REALTY | Sep 2026 | $409,000 | $244 | 3/2 | 1,674 | 2 | 0.5 |
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: OLYMPUS EXECUTIVE REALTY, INC
Sold by: NON MLS (realMLS) (buyer's brokerage)
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 Shearwater
Shearwater is a neighborhood in St. Johns County, FL (St. Johns County), ZIP 32092.
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