Dorado in St. Johns

Dorado
Homes for Sale in St. Johns, FL

All 391 homes for sale in St. Johns, FL · median $560,000 · 343 homes for sale in 32259 · St. Johns County homes for sale

Community in St. Johns · St. Johns County · ZIP 32259
120 homesBuilt 2018–2023
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 44 closed sales in Dorado in St. Johns, FL since 2018, the most recent in June 2026. Recorded prices since 2024 ran from $432,000 to $658,500 (median $530,000), on homes of 2,132 to 2,715 sq ft. Across St. Johns as a whole, 689 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $505,000, 49 median days on market, with 308 homes for sale today. At that median and St. Johns County's FY2025-26 rate of 13.47 mills, annual property tax runs about $7,140 ($6,620 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Dorado Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
0 · 0
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
1
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 5 a year
Ownership and context
54%
Owner-occupied · Dorado
65 of 120 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
46%
Non-owner-occupied · Dorado
incl. 6% trust or LLC-held · 11% out-of-state
120
Homes in the community
120 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 8 years of records
13
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $695K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 2018
Community established
homes built 2018-2023, median 2020 (FL DOR 2025)
0.8%/yr
Turnover rate
about 1 of 120 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Dorado sits in St. Johns County, and with only a single closing in the current window, there is no reliable price trend to read here yet. What that thin data tells you is simple: pricing in this community is driven by the individual home in front of you — its condition, its finishes, its lot — far more than by any neighborhood-wide comp you could lean on.

For a buyer, that means underwriting each listing on its own merits and not assuming the last sale sets the market. For a seller, it means presentation and condition carry outsized weight, because there is no deep run of recent closings to anchor an appraisal or a buyer's expectations. Both sides should treat this as a market where the specifics of the property, not a headline number, decide the deal.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Dorado right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

74 WATERLINE Drive
$800K · 0.0 mi away
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,226 sqft
74 WATERLINE Drive
Listed by RE/MAX UNLIMITED
32 WATERLINE Drive
$610K · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,555 sqft
32 WATERLINE Drive
Listed by HERRON REAL ESTATE LLC
598 MARQUESA Circle
$733K · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,935 sqft
598 MARQUESA Circle
Listed by FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC
576 MARQUESA Circle
$750K · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,684 sqft
576 MARQUESA Circle
Listed by RE/MAX SPECIALISTS PV
90 TILLOO Court
$600K · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,011 sqft
90 TILLOO Court
Listed by WATSON REALTY CORP
63 CARIBBEAN Place
$625K · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,555 sqft
63 CARIBBEAN Place
Listed by BLUEFIN REAL ESTATE GROUP

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Dorado is a small St. Johns County community where recent closing activity has been light, so the story here is about individual homes rather than a busy, self-correcting market.

realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 32 homes in Dorado that have changed hands since 2018, built between 2018 and 2022 (median 2020), with a median living area of about 2,816 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 3-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida) closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

County records show 13 qualified sales in Dorado across 2024–2025 (9 in 2024, 4 in 2025), median $695,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers set on the St. Johns County location who will evaluate a home on its own condition rather than neighborhood momentum
  • Long-hold buyers who are comfortable in a quieter, low-turnover market
  • Sellers prepared to invest in condition and presentation to establish their own benchmark

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want the reassurance of many recent comparable sales before committing
  • Investors chasing quick resale in a high-turnover market
  • Anyone who needs a firm price range before touring, since only a single median-level data point exists here

The market around Dorado

Dorado is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32259, 556 homes are on the market and 34% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of St. Johns.

Across St. Johns County, 1,951 homes are active and 815 pending (30% under contract).

In ZIP 32259 (St. Johns), 2,439 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $498K ($224/sq ft), down 2.6% year over year, with a median 46 days on market. Right now 503 active and 251 pending listings put supply at about 18.1 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 32259 housing market and the St. Johns County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Dorado specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in Dorado, St. Johns

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
3.03%
1 of 33 listings · short sale 1
Distress share trend — 3.03% now (2026-09-04 → 2026-09-30)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Community amenities as reported across realMLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.

If we were buying in Dorado today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Dorado.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a specific St. Johns County home and are willing to underwrite it individually.
Biggest Risk
Thin closing data means few comps to anchor value.
Sweet Spot
A well-maintained home priced honestly to its condition.
Avoid If
You need a liquid market with frequent comparable sales.

Reading a thin market

With activity this limited, the usual signals — days on market, price-per-foot trends, absorption — carry little statistical weight. That is not a red flag; it is simply the reality of a smaller community where a single transaction can skew any average. The right response is more diligence per property, not less.

Practically, this rewards buyers who do their homework on condition and comparable sales in the broader St. Johns area, and sellers who invest in getting the home right before it lists. In a market without a thick cushion of recent comps, the property that shows well and prices to its actual condition sets its own benchmark.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Dorado. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

When a community trades this thinly, you need someone who will pull the wider St. Johns County context rather than hand you a single data point and call it a trend. We will walk each listing on its own condition, tell you where a price is defensible and where it is a stretch, and be straight with you when the numbers simply are not there to support a decision yet.

Dorado in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a specific St. Johns County home and are willing to underwrite it individually.
Biggest advantageA small community where the right property can set its own terms.
Biggest riskThin closing data means few comps to anchor value.
Sweet spotA well-maintained home priced honestly to its condition.
Avoid ifYou need a liquid market with frequent comparable sales.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Dorado homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Dorado.
In short
  • HOA dues reported around $42/month (about $504/yr) · median of 19 MLS listings, most billed quarterly
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Listings in this community report association dues of about $42 per month ($504 a year) — the median AssociationFee across 19 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed quarterly. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-10.

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Dorado sales matched to your home.

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Recently off market in Dorado

Homes in Dorado that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 1 on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Dorado?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 120 homes in Dorado (public records).
What share of Dorado is owner-occupied?
54% of Dorado parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Dorado built?
Homes in Dorado were built between 2018 and 2023, with a median year built of 2020.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Dorado?
The best agent for Dorado is one who actively works St. Johns and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Dorado.
How do I find a top St. Johns real estate agent who knows Dorado?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Dorado and the wider St. Johns area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Dorado?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Dorado purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Dorado, and what county is it in?
Dorado is in St. Johns, St. Johns County, FL, ZIP 32259. The community's center is about 3 miles east of the center of St. Johns (straight-line).
How far is Dorado from downtown Jacksonville and the beach?
About 20 miles from downtown Jacksonville and about 9 miles from the Atlantic beach at Mickler's Landing (Ponte Vedra), both straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Buyers set on the St. Johns County location who will evaluate a home on its own condition rather than neighborhood momentumExcellent fit
Long-hold buyers who are comfortable in a quieter, low-turnover marketExcellent fit
Sellers prepared to invest in condition and presentation to establish their own benchmarkExcellent fit
Buyers who want the reassurance of many recent comparable sales before committingProbably not
Investors chasing quick resale in a high-turnover marketProbably not
Anyone who needs a firm price range before touring, since only a single median-level data point exists hereProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsrealMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 30, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32084/32259))
Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-09-30
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2018 (44 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of realMLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Streets in this community

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Schools serving nearby communities

We do not have a confirmed school assignment for Dorado. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 32259; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.

Assignments from district data for neighboring communities; grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades (2025-26).

Thinking of selling in Dorado? 1 recorded closings (window ending 2026-09-30). See the St. Johns County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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