Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf vs Murabella
Two St. Johns communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-15.
| Metric | Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Murabella |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $346K | $524K |
| Price per sq ft | $180 | $216 |
| Avg days on market | 115 days | 47 days |
| Months of supply | 2.4 mo | 3.3 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | -8% | -1% |
| Recent closings | 50 | 33 |
The verdict
Murabella carries the higher median price — about 51% above Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf. Homes in Murabella sell faster (47 days on market vs 115). Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf is the tighter market on inventory (2.4 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Murabella | |
|---|---|---|
| County | St. Johns County, FL | St. Johns County, FL |
| City / area | St. Augustine | St Augustine |
| ZIP | 32092 | 32092 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 25 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 19 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Murabella | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 10 | 9 |
| Under contract | 8 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $320K to $384K | $399K to $690K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 9 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Townhouse | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf homes for sale · Murabella homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Murabella | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 145 | n/a |
| Built | 2023–2024 (median 2024) | n/a |
| Typical living area | 2,277 sq ft | n/a |
| Vacant lots | 141 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf | Murabella | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Magnolia Oaks Academy | Mill Creek Academy |
| Middle | Magnolia Oaks Academy | Mill Creek Academy |
| High school | Tocoi Creek | Tocoi Creek |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf is the lower entry point (median $346K vs $524K). Sellers get a faster sale in Murabella (47 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Murabella more expensive than Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Murabella is $524,000 versus $346,000 in Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf, about 51% higher.
What high schools serve Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf and Murabella?
Listings in Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf most often report Tocoi Creek; listings in Murabella report Tocoi Creek. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Cherry Elm at SilverLeaf homes, photos & schools · Murabella homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.