Sold·Closed Aug 27, 2026·11 days on market
290 Tarpon Boulevard
Palatka, FL 32177
About this home
Palatka
290 Tarpon Blvd is a meticulously maintained 3-bed, 2-bath home featuring an open-concept kitchen, dining room, living room, and bonus addition - perfect for gathering and entertaining. Enjoy true waterfront living with a bulkhead and boat lift on a deep-water canal just 300 yards from the St. Johns River, offering effortless access for boating, fishing, and water sports. Enjoy quick trips to the river, effortless docking, and the freedom to explore miles of scenic waterways. A whole-home generator with dual gas tanks ensures year-round peace of mind. A front-yard carport adds convenient covered parking, while a backyard shed provides extra storage. Tucked away in a quiet offshoot of town, yet only 15 minutes from shopping and dining, this property blends tranquility, convenience, and exceptional water access for any enthusiast.
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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Cost to own
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Storms & insurance
Florida Reality Check
The storm-and-insurance facts every Florida buyer should know up front.
Zone AE — high-risk flood zone (Special Flood Hazard Area)
Lenders require flood insurance for financed purchases here.
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: Metal — year not disclosed (home built 2005)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Septic system (public record)
County records indicate an onsite septic system — budget a septic inspection before closing (typically $300–$500) and expect pump-outs every 3–5 years.
Source: Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).
Solar potential: ~1,640 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.
Sun & Light
Northeast-facing backyard — summer sunrises, all-day cool
The listing reports the home facing southwest, which puts the backyard on the northeast side. Today at this address: sunrise 7:25 AM, sunset 7:00 PM.
- The rear catches early summer sun (the sun rises almost straight into this exposure in June), then stays comfortable and shaded through the heat of the day.
- The coolest diagonal for a lanai; a pool here trades warmth for comfort.
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): $1,280/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. Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll, NEFMLS.
History
Price & status history
- Aug 27, 2026Closed$249,900
- Jul 16, 2026Active Under Contract$249,900
- Jul 3, 2026Listed$249,900
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 $246/sq ft; this home is listed at $143/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 276 Harbor Drive, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by IHEART REALTY INC | Jul 2026 | $440,000 | $302 | 3/2 | 1,455 | 9 | 0.2 |
| 110 Cedar Creek Road, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC | Sep 2026 | $465,000 | $260 | 2/2 | 1,789 | 4 | 0.3 |
| 120 Barracuda Drive, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by INTERLACHEN REALTY SERVICES, INC | Jun 2026 | $155,000 | $108 | 3/2 | 1,440 | 42 | 0.4 |
| 117 Mackerel Avenue, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by MAXREV, LLC | Jul 2026 | $247,900 | $188 | 3/2 | 1,321 | 8 | 0.5 |
| 541 Palmetto Bluff Road, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by ANCHOR REALTY JAX | Aug 2026 | $289,900 | $217 | 3/2 | 1,334 | 45 | 0.6 |
| 202 Saint Johns Drive, Palatka, FL 32177Listed by COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC | Aug 2026 | $480,000 | $246 | 3/2 | 1,953 | 88 | 0.6 |
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.
Features
Community Information
Amenities
Interior
Exterior
Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC
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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