Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes vs WaterSong at RiverTown
Two St. Johns communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-29.
| Metric | Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes | WaterSong at RiverTown |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $343K | $474K |
| Price per sq ft | $196 | $267 |
| Avg days on market | 135 days | 33 days |
| Months of supply | 2.0 mo | 2.5 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | -8% | -7% |
| Recent closings | 60 | 115 |
The verdict
WaterSong at RiverTown carries the higher median price — about 38% above Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes. Homes in WaterSong at RiverTown sell faster (33 days on market vs 135). Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes is the tighter market on inventory (2.0 months of supply).
Where each one is
Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes and WaterSong at RiverTown are about 3 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share St. Johns County.
| Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes | WaterSong at RiverTown | |
|---|---|---|
| County | St. Johns County, FL | St. Johns County, FL |
| City / area | St. Augustine | St. Johns |
| ZIP | 32092 | 32259 |
| Straight-line to downtown Jacksonville | 22 mi | 21 mi |
| Nearest Atlantic beach | 16 mi, South Ponte Vedra Beach | 18 mi, Mickler's Landing (Ponte Vedra) |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 25 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 36 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
| Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes | WaterSong at RiverTown | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 10 | 24 |
| Under contract | 10 | 17 |
| Asking prices today | $287K to $400K | $395K to $685K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 4 | 21 |
| Property types listed | Townhouse | Single Family Residence, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes homes for sale · WaterSong at RiverTown homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes | WaterSong at RiverTown | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 91 | 203 |
| Built | 2023–2024 (median 2024) | 2020–2024 (median 2023) |
| Typical living area | 2,197 sq ft | 2,273 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 7% | 44% |
| Vacant lots | 174 | 165 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
How each one trades
| Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes | WaterSong at RiverTown | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.9% | 94.6% |
| New-construction share of sales | 90% | 56% |
| Typical sold home | 1,799 sq ft | 1,896 sq ft |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes | WaterSong at RiverTown | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Timberlin Creek | Hallowes Cove Academy |
| Middle | Trout Creek Academy | Hallowes Cove Academy |
| High school | Beachside | Bartram Trail |
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, Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes is the lower entry point (median $343K vs $474K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes; WaterSong at RiverTown trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in WaterSong at RiverTown (33 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 WaterSong at RiverTown more expensive than Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in WaterSong at RiverTown is $474,000 versus $343,000 in Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes, about 38% higher.
How far apart are Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes and WaterSong at RiverTown?
About 3 miles straight-line, center to center, both in St. Johns County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes or WaterSong at RiverTown?
Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes: its homes were built 2023–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 2023 in WaterSong at RiverTown (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes — sellers there received 96.9% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 94.6% in WaterSong at RiverTown.
What high schools serve Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes and WaterSong at RiverTown?
Listings in Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes most often report Beachside; listings in WaterSong at RiverTown report Bartram Trail. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Shearwater Townhomes by Ryan Homes homes, photos & schools · WaterSong at RiverTown homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.