Florence Cove
Homes for Sale in St. Augustine, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of September 2026, the MLS records 7 closed sales in Florence Cove in St. Augustine, FL since 2013, the most recent in March 2025. Across St. Augustine as a whole, 2,657 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $453,314, 52 median days on market, with 686 homes for sale today. At that median and St. Johns County's FY2025-26 rate of 13.47 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,110 ($5,590 with the full homestead exemption).
Florence Cove sits in St. Johns County, and the pricing here is driven less by any single list number than by condition and lot specifics. Without a large public run of comparable sales to lean on, the honest read is that this is a market where the individual property tells the story more than the neighborhood average does.
For a buyer, that means underwriting each home on its own merits rather than assuming a community-wide baseline. For a seller, it means presentation and condition do real work — the spread between a well-prepared home and a tired one tends to be wider in pockets like this than headline stats suggest.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Florence Cove 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.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Florence Cove is a smaller St. Augustine address in St. Johns County, which places it inside one of Northeast Florida's most sought-after county lines while keeping it out of the larger master-planned crowd.
realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 6 homes in Florence Cove that have changed hands since 2013, built between 1977 and 2024 (median 2005), with a median living area of about 2,762 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 3-bath layout; 83% 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.
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.
Who Florence Cove is best for.
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing a St. Johns County location near St. Augustine over subdivision scale
- Patient buyers willing to wait for the right individual property rather than a wide menu
- Owners planning a longer hold who value proximity to the historic core and coast
Probably not for
- Buyers who need many active listings to compare side by side
- Anyone requiring a firm, comp-backed price ceiling before committing
- Buyers on a tight timeline who cannot wait for limited inventory to surface
The market around Florence Cove
Florence Cove is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32092, 639 homes are on the market and 36% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of St. Augustine.
Across St. Johns County, 1,876 homes are active and 834 pending (31% under contract).
In ZIP 32092 (St. Augustine), 2,377 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $456K ($215/sq ft), down 3.3% year over year, with a median 44 days on market. Right now 402 active and 228 pending listings put supply at about 2.8 months — a healthy market. See the live ZIP 32092 housing market and the St. Johns County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Florence Cove specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Florence Cove by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the Florence Cove subdivision: 6 homes on record; built 1977–2024; typical size about 2,619 heated sq ft; 4 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: single-family 83%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1 | $64,000 |
| 2014 | 1 | $280,000 |
| 2015 | 1 | $255,000 |
| 2017 | 1 | $995,000 |
| 2022 | 1 | $1,350,000 |
| 2025 | 1 | $764,900 |
Newest recorded sale: $764,900 on 2025-03-07.
Recorded data as of 2026-09-12; counts cover addresses tagged to this subdivision in the public record, not every parcel. Not an appraisal.
Recent Developments in Florence Cove
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Florence Cove, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.
- July 2026Infrastructure
CR 210 widening westbound lanes set to reopen in St. Johns County
News4Jax reported that all westbound lanes of the County Road 210 widening project in St. Johns County were expected to reopen by the end of Friday, July 31, 2026, ahead of the August 10 school year start. The county said it is managing 44 active road projects totaling $183.1 million this year.
What it may mean for the marketExpands roadway capacity on a major county corridor, improving traffic flow and supporting continued growth along the CR 210 area. The project is about 11 miles northeast of Florence Cove, elsewhere in St. Johns County.
Source: News4Jax - July 2026Development
Six agricultural enclave projects seek to develop 6,500-plus acres in St. Johns County
Jacksonville Today reported that St. Johns County received six proposals totaling more than 6,558 acres for development under a new Florida agricultural enclave law that took effect July 1, 2026. The largest proposal, about 4,462 acres north of Nocatee, comes from the Davis family and the PARC Group. The County Commission scheduled a public hearing on the proposals for August 19, 2026.
What it may mean for the marketSignals a large potential expansion of developable land and future housing and commercial capacity, using a new state process that can convert farmland to residential and commercial use with reduced local review. The project is about 13 miles northeast of Florence Cove, elsewhere in St. Johns County.
Source: Jacksonville Today - July 2026Retail & Dining
Publix opens and more retailers coming to Marketplace at Nocatee
An official Nocatee business update reported that a Publix supermarket with a pharmacy drive-thru and adjacent Publix Liquors has opened at Marketplace at Nocatee. Additional announced tenants include SoFresh in late summer 2026, a Gate gas station, BODYBAR Pilates, a nail spa and a wine and spirits shop. The Hub at Nocatee entertainment concept is slated for 2028.
What it may mean for the marketExpands grocery, dining and everyday retail capacity at a growing town center, adding anchor and service tenants that build out the commercial base of the area. The project is about 13 miles northeast of Florence Cove, elsewhere in St. Johns County.
Source: Nocatee - June 2026Infrastructure
First Coast Expressway advances as an economic-development corridor across Clay and St. Johns
The First Coast Expressway (State Road 23), a tolled beltway looping around the west and south of the Jacksonville metro, continued to open land for development along its corridor, with the final St. Johns County phase from Interstate 95 to east of County Road 2209 in progress. FDOT held a St. Johns County open house on the final phase in January 2026.
What it may mean for the marketNew limited-access highway capacity shortens commutes and opens adjacent land, changes that have historically shaped where new communities and demand concentrate. The site is about 8 miles west of Florence Cove.
Source: Jax Daily Record - May 2026Retail & Dining
Grocery-anchored retail center proposed in Durbin Park
A grocery-anchored retail center was proposed at Durbin Park, the large mixed-use development near Interstate 95 and County Road 210 in northern St. Johns County, adding to the district's existing stores, restaurants, and Walmart-anchored core.
What it may mean for the marketAdded grocery and retail at Durbin Park deepens everyday conveniences in northern St. Johns County, an amenity factor that can support demand for surrounding communities. The site is about 8 miles northeast of Florence Cove.
Source: Jax Daily Record - February 2026Retail & Dining
Durbin Park Walmart plans an expansion
The Walmart anchoring Durbin Park filed plans to expand in early 2026, reinforcing the retail core of the Interstate 95 and County Road 210 district in northern St. Johns County.
What it may mean for the marketInvestment in Durbin Park's retail anchor signals continued commercial strength in northern St. Johns County, which can reinforce the appeal of nearby residential areas. The site is about 8 miles northeast of Florence Cove.
Source: Jax Daily Record
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.
The Florence Cove buying strategy.
If we were buying in Florence Cove today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
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.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
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 Florence Cove.
A St. Johns address that trades on the specific home
The value case for Florence Cove starts with its county. St. Johns is consistently one of the region's strongest markets, and a St. Augustine location keeps you close to the historic core, the coast, and the county's arterial routes. That regional pull tends to support demand even when a particular pocket sees few listings at any given time.
Because this is a compact community rather than a large subdivision, expect fewer active listings and less day-to-day comparable data. That thin flow cuts both ways: less noise, but also less certainty on price. We treat each transaction here as its own analysis — lot, layout, updates, and condition — rather than pretending a single neighborhood figure captures it.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Florence Cove. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a small, low-inventory pocket, the value is in local read, not a database printout. We track what actually trades in and around St. Johns County, so we can tell you when a Florence Cove home is priced to its condition and when it is not — and we will say so plainly before you write or accept an offer.
Florence Cove in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
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Data sources & freshness
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (1 streets, ZIP 32092)) |
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-09-12 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2013 (7 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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Schools serving nearby communities
We do not have a confirmed school assignment for Florence Cove. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 32092; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.
- Pacetti Bay Middle School · Middle · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 41 nearby communities)
- Tocoi Creek High School · High · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 41 nearby communities)
- Mill Creek Academy · K-8 · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 15 nearby communities)
- Wards Creek Elementary School · Elementary · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 9 nearby communities)
- Mill Creek Academy K-8 or Wards Creek Elementary · Elementary (assigned to 9 nearby communities)
Assignments from district data for neighboring communities; grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades (2025-26).