This home is in Biera Mar, St. Augustine — a home near Pedro Menendez High School.
Sold·Closed Aug 14, 2026·113 days on market·Recent sales in Biera Mar·Biera Mar
40 E Magnolia Avenue
St. Augustine, FL 32080
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About this home
Biera Mar
Tucked high in the dunes east of A1A on an oversized lot that runs street to street, 40 E Magnolia Ave captures the essence of classic coastal living. Just three homes back from the beach, this quintessential beach house offers beautiful Atlantic Ocean views and the relaxed lifestyle that makes this location/neighborhood so special. With four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and two separate living quarters, the floor plan is both flexible and highly functional, making it ideal as a primary residence, vacation retreat, or income-producing rental. Thoughtfully updated and meticulously maintained, the home is move-in ready and being offered turn key. While the interior is comfortable and inviting, the outdoor spaces are where this property truly shines.
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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).
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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 A
Zone A evacuates first in a storm — typically coastal and surge-prone areas.
Roof: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 1968)
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: ~1,829 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 | $658,596 | $658,596 | — |
| 2024 | $591,902 | $591,902 | — |
| 2023 | $552,048 | $552,048 | — |
| 2022 | $529,311 | $529,311 | — |
| 2021 | $349,285 | $197,361 | — |
| 2020 | $307,550 | $193,946 | — |
2025 property taxes (current owner): $9,242/yr
Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$17,000/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
- Aug 14, 2026Closed$1,150,000
- Jul 2, 2026Listed$1,150,000
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 $393/sq ft; this home is listed at $630/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5072 Medoras Avenue, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by ENDLESS SUMMER REALTY | Sep 2026 | $950,000 | $448 | 3/3 | 2,122 | 40 | 0.1 |
| 284 San Nicolas Way, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC | Jul 2026 | $550,000 | $296 | 3/2 | 1,858 | 181 | 0.4 |
| 175 Oceanview Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by DAVIDSON REALTY, INC. | Sep 2025 | $775,000 | $377 | 3/3 | 2,058 | 20 | 0.4 |
| 150 Oceanview Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by DAVIDSON REALTY, INC. | Jun 2025 | $735,000 | $413 | 3/2 | 1,781 | 87 | 0.4 |
| 110 Oceanview Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by DAVIDSON REALTY, INC. | May 2025 | $750,000 | $364 | 3/2.5 | 2,058 | 65 | 0.4 |
| 5324 2nd Street, St. Augustine, FL 32080Listed by ENGEL & VOLKERS ST AUGUSTINE | May 2026 | $589,000 | $393 | 3/2 | 1,500 | 16 | 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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Interior
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Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: THE NEWCOMER GROUP
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 Biera Mar
Biera Mar is a neighborhood in St. Augustine, FL (St. Johns County), ZIP 32080.
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