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179 River Ridge Place
Welaka, FL 32193
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About this home
Welaka
Nestled in the newly completed River Hill subdivision, 179 River Ridge Pl offers modern comfort in a quiet Welaka setting. Built in 2021, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home features an inviting layout and a spacious, fully fenced backyard ideal for pets, outdoor living, gardening, and weekend gatherings. Inside, you will find modern finishes, efficient design, and the ease of low maintenance that comes with newer construction. Welaka is known for its peaceful small town charm, friendly community atmosphere, and access to the St. Johns River, making it a favorite for boating, fishing, and nature lovers. Residents enjoy low traffic, affordable living, scenic parks, nearby marinas, local eateries, and year round outdoor recreation. This move in ready home blends the benefits of a new build with the laid back lifestyle that makes Welaka one of Putnam County's most enjoyable riverfront towns.
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.
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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.
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 2021)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Solar potential: ~1,599 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 September 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
East-facing backyard — the morning-light lot
The listing reports the home facing west, which puts the backyard on the east side. Today at this address: sunrise 7:25 AM, sunset 7:01 PM.
- The rear takes the sunrise and the gentle morning sun, then goes shaded through the afternoon — the classic comfortable-summer-evening lanai in Florida.
- A pool back here warms with the morning and sits in shade by late afternoon: cooler water than a west lot, and evening swims without the glare.
- The front of the home carries the hot western afternoon instead of your living space.
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.
History
Price & status history
- Sep 16, 2026Listed$244,900
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 $224/sq ft; this home is listed at $168/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 171 River Ridge Place, Welaka, FL 32193Listed by OPENDOOR BROKERAGE, LLC. | Jul 2026 | $219,200 | $148 | 3/2 | 1,477 | 93 | 0 |
| 295 Maxwell Drive, Welaka, FL 32193Listed by COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC | Aug 2026 | $434,900 | $242 | 3/2.5 | 1,800 | 157 | 1.4 |
| 100 Happiness Drive, Welaka, FL 32189Listed by VENTURE REALTY CO, LLC | Jul 2026 | $379,900 | $259 | 3/2 | 1,467 | 77 | 1.7 |
| 156 Moonlite Drive, Welaka, FL 32193Listed by BETTER HOMES & GARDENS REAL ESTATE LIFESTYLES REALTY | Jul 2025 | $349,900 | $221 | 2/2 | 1,581 | 45 | 1.8 |
| 198 Sportsman Drive, Welaka, FL 32189Listed by IHEART REALTY INC | Apr 2026 | $265,000 | $211 | 2/2 | 1,256 | 429 | 1.9 |
| 374 Beecher Springs Road, Welaka, FL 32193Listed by CW REALTY | Aug 2026 | $280,000 | $224 | 3/2 | 1,248 | 95 | 2.2 |
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
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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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