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This home is in Mill Creek Forest, St. Johns — a new construction home in St. Johns County.

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Active·47 days on market·Mill Creek Forest

197 Mason Branch Drive

St. Johns, FL 32259

$779,000$212/sqftEst. $4,264/moMLS# 2160780
↓ $27,000 below original listOpen house Thu, Oct 8 · 11:00 am–3:00 pm
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,682
Sq Ft
2026
Built
3
Garage
No
Pool

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FEMA Zone XHOA $154/mo7,405 sqft lotSingle Family Residence2 storiesNew construction

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About this home

Mill Creek Forest

Discover the Alice Farmhouse on Homesite 198 in Mill Creek Forest, thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. Scheduled for completion in early 2027, this home features a private, tree-lined backyard view that brings a peaceful natural setting right outside your door. Inside, tray ceilings add architectural detail and a sense of spaciousness throughout the main living areas. The gourmet kitchen is designed to impress with elevated finishes and plenty of room to gather, while the expansive sliding doors create a seamless connection between the indoor living spaces and outdoor living area. Upstairs, an added fifth bedroom provides flexible space for guests, a home office, or additional living needs. A beautifully appointed new construction home in one of St. Johns County's most desirable communities.

Cost to own

True monthly cost

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

Principal & interest20% down · 7.28% · 30yr$4,264
Property taxesest. at asking price, St. Johns County$1,037
HOAbilled monthly$154
Estimated total, before insurance$5,455/mo
Seller’s 2025 tax billper the MLS — includes any CDD / assessments$1,145/yr · $95/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).
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Cost to own

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$779,000
$155,800
Loan Term
Monthly Payment
$4,264
Principal & Interest: $4,264
Property taxes (est.): $1,037
Insurance (est.): $519
Estimated Total Monthly
$5,820
*30-year loan at 7.28% APR (avg 30-yr rate 2026-10-01, 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.

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: material not specified — 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.

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As of August 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

2025 property taxes (current owner): $1,145/yr

Estimated taxes if purchased at asking price: ~$12,400/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, NEFMLS.

History

Price & status history

  • Sep 29, 2026Price change$779,000−$10,000
  • Sep 22, 2026Price change$789,000−$8,000
  • Sep 1, 2026Price change$797,000−$1,000
  • Aug 25, 2026Price change$798,000−$8,000
  • Aug 19, 2026Listed$806,000

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

Features

Price$779,000
Price / Sq Ft$212
Bedrooms5
Bathrooms4.00
Full Baths4
Square Footage3,682
Acres0.17 acres
Year Built2026
TypeResidential
Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
# of Garages3
Has PoolNo
Is WaterfrontNo
New ConstructionYes

Community Information

Address197 Mason Branch Drive, St. Johns, FL 32259
Area301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
SubdivisionMill Creek Forest
CitySt. Johns
CountySt. Johns
StateFL
Zip Code32259
Lot Size7,405.2 sq ft
Parcel Number0013511980

Amenities

UtilitiesCable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water SourcePublic
ParkingGarage, Garage Door Opener

Interior

AppliancesConvection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater
HeatingElectric, Zoned
CoolingElectric, Zoned
# of Stories2

Additional Information

Date ListedAugust 19, 2026
Days on Market47
HOA Fees$154 / Monthly
HOA FrequencyMonthly
Tax Amount$1,144.83
Tax Year2025
Listing TermsCash, Conventional, VA Loan
55+ CommunityNo
New ConstructionYes

Listing Courtesy of: JACKSONVILLE TBI REALTY, LLC

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 Mill Creek Forest

Mill Creek Forest is a neighborhood in St. Johns County, FL (St. Johns County), ZIP 32259.

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