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Active·46 days on market

179 Lige Branch Lane

St. Johns, FL 32259

$699,000$255/sqftEst. $3,564/moMLS# 2151268

Beds

Baths

2,740

Sq Ft

2004

Built

Garage

Yes

Pool

About this home

St. Johns

Welcome Home to this Beautiful 5-Bedroom Retreat in Oak Harbour. On a preserve lot, this stunning 5-bedroom, 4-bath Home offers the perfect blend of comfort, elegance, & functionality. Designed for both everyday living & effortless entertaining, with a formal living & dining rooms, a spacious family room with a wood-burning fireplace, thoughtfully designed floor plan that flows seamlessly throughout. Step outside & discover your own oasis. The sparkling saltwater Pool, covered patio, and lush Queen palms create an inviting setting for relaxation, family fun, & memorable gatherings. The private backyard backs to a serene preserve, offering peaceful views & year-round enjoyment of Florida's outdoor lifestyle. The oversized primary suite serves as a luxurious retreat, complete with 2 closets, a large shower, and a soothing garden tub. Replaced Roof 2019, A/C 2019. Lovingly maintained by its original owners, this special home is ready for its next chapter. for a New Owner to call HOME

Cost to own

Mortgage calculator

Home Price

$699,000

Down Payment: 20%

$139,800

Interest Rate: 6.58%

Loan Term

Monthly Payment

$3,564

Principal & Interest: $3,564

Property taxes (est.): $930

Insurance (est.): $466

Estimated Total Monthly

$4,960

*30-year loan at 6.58% APR (avg 30-yr rate 2026-07-23, Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED). Taxes use the county effective rate; 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

True monthly cost

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

Principal & interest20% down · 6.58% · 30yr$3,564

Property taxesest. at asking price, St. Johns County$930

HOAbilled annually$23

Estimated total, before insurance$4,517/mo

Seller’s 2025 tax billper the MLS — includes any CDD / assessments$3,439/yr · $287/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).

Cost to own

Taxes & assessment

Year	Market value	Taxable value	Change
2025	$494,541	$218,592	—
2024	$450,133	$211,724	—
2023	$454,449	$204,101	—
2022	$429,349	$196,700	—
2021	$312,534	$189,515	—
2020	$301,469	$186,208	—

2025 property taxes (current owner): $3,439/yr

Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$11,200/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 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 — 2019 per the listing

A recent roof is the single biggest lever on Florida homeowners-insurance pricing.

Sewer & public water · JEA

County records show this parcel on central sewer served by JEA — no septic system to inspect or maintain.

Source: Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).

Solar potential: ~1,742 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 home

As 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.

History

Price & status history

Jun 18, 2026Listed$699,000

History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.

Features

Price$699,000

Price / Sq Ft$255

Bedrooms5

Bathrooms4.00

Full Baths4

Square Footage2,740

Acres0.30 acres

Year Built2004

TypeResidential

Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence

StyleTraditional

StatusActive

# of Garages2

Has PoolYes

Pool FeaturesIn Ground, Salt Water, Waterfall

Is WaterfrontNo

School Information

ElementaryCunningham Creek

MiddleFruit Cove

HighBartram Trail

Community Information

Address179 Lige Branch Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259

Area301-Julington Creek/Switzerland

SubdivisionOak Harbor

CitySt. Johns

CountySt. Johns

StateFL

Zip Code32259

Lot Size13,068 sq ft

Parcel Number0098010180

Amenities

AmenitiesPlayground

UtilitiesCable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected

SewerPublic Sewer

Water SourcePublic

ParkingGarage

ViewPool, Protected Preserve, Trees/Woods

Interior

Interior FeaturesBreakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, His and Hers Closets, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower, Primary Downstairs, Split Bedrooms, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

AppliancesConvection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator

HeatingCentral, Electric

CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Multi Units

FlooringCarpet, Tile

FireplaceYes

# of Fireplaces1

Fireplace FeaturesWood Burning

# of Stories2

LevelsTwo

LaundryElectric Dryer Hookup, Lower Level, Washer Hookup

SecuritySecurity System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)