Magnolia Estates
Homes for Sale in St. Johns, FL
All 397 homes for sale in St. Johns, FL · median $575,000 · 348 homes for sale in 32259 · St. Johns County homes for sale
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 18 closed sales in Magnolia Estates in St. Johns, FL since 2003, the most recent in January 2024. Across St. Johns as a whole, 707 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $505,000, 45 median days on market, with 338 homes for sale today. At that median and St. Johns County's FY2025-26 rate of 13.47 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,800 ($6,280 with the full homestead exemption).
Magnolia Estates sits in St. Johns County, and without a hard price range in front of me I'll be plain about what that means: condition and lot are doing most of the work on price here, not a published floor or ceiling. Two homes on the same street can trade far apart depending on updates, finishes, and how the lot lays out.
For buyers, that argues for patience and a sharp eye on what you're actually paying for. For sellers, it argues for prepping the home properly before listing, because in a spread-driven market the well-presented house is the one that sets the top of the range.
Figures in this note are as of July 12, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Magnolia Estates 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
Magnolia Estates is a St. Johns County address, which puts it inside one of Northeast Florida's more sought-after corners for suburban single-family living. Beyond location, price here tracks condition more than any fixed tier.
realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 11 homes in Magnolia Estates that have changed hands since 2007, built between 2005 and 2015 (median 2006), with a median living area of about 4,368 sq ft and a typical 5-bedroom, 5-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 12 qualified sales in Magnolia Estates across 2024–2025 (7 in 2024, 5 in 2025), median $1.10M — 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.
Who Magnolia Estates is best for.
Best for
- Buyers targeting a St. Johns County location who are comfortable comparing several homes before committing
- Buyers with a renovation budget who want to buy a dated home and add value through updates
- Sellers willing to prep and present a home to reach the upper end of a condition-driven market
Probably not for
- Buyers who need a firm, published price range before they'll shop
- Buyers wanting a turnkey home with zero condition variability across the community
- Sellers unwilling to invest in presentation who still expect top-of-market pricing
The market around Magnolia Estates
Magnolia Estates is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 32259, 599 homes are on the market and 36% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of St. Johns.
Across St. Johns County, 2,089 homes are active and 883 pending (30% under contract).
In ZIP 32259 (St. Johns), 2,154 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $505K ($224/sq ft), down 1.0% year over year, with a median 43 days on market. Right now 446 active and 261 pending listings put supply at about 13.7 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 Magnolia Estates specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Magnolia Estates by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the Magnolia Estates subdivision: 11 homes on record; built 2005–2015; typical size about 4,368 heated sq ft; 5 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: single-family 100%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 | $640,000 |
| 2015 | 1 | $650,000 |
| 2018 | 1 | $670,000 |
| 2020 | 1 | $760,000 |
| 2021 | 1 | $1,392,500 |
| 2024 | 1 | $1,100,000 |
Newest recorded sale: $1,100,000 on 2024-01-29.
Recorded data as of 2026-09-12; counts cover addresses tagged to this subdivision in the public record, not every parcel. Not an appraisal.
The Magnolia Estates buying strategy.
If we were buying in Magnolia Estates 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 Magnolia Estates.
What actually moves price in Magnolia Estates
The honest read on this community is that the number on any given home is condition-led. Absent a documented price band, the useful question isn't "what's the range" but "what shape is this specific house in" — updated kitchens and baths, roof and systems age, and lot position will separate one sale from the next more than the address alone.
That makes comparison shopping matter. A buyer who walks several homes here will quickly see why two similar floor plans don't clear at the same figure, and a seller who understands that spread can position accordingly rather than guessing.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Magnolia Estates. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
We live in the St. Johns County market and we'll walk a Magnolia Estates home with you line by line — condition, systems, lot — instead of leaning on a headline number. When a house isn't worth what it's asking, or when it quietly is, we'll say so.
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Housing distress & ownership in Magnolia Estates, St. Johns
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
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.
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Streets in this community
Street-level pages: every home on record, what sold and what is for sale on each street.
- E Kesley Lane (4 homes on record)
- E Dorchester Drive (1 homes on record)
Recent Developments in Magnolia Estates
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Magnolia Estates, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- September 2026Infrastructure
County Road 220 widening and Little Black Creek bridge replacement open to traffic in Clay County
The project finished ahead of schedule, with a new four-lane bridge over Little Black Creek replacing a 1947 structure. Phase 1 began in December 2024 with intersection improvements at Rideout Ferry Road, and Phase 2 began in January 2025. Officials say it should ease traffic along the corridor.
What it may mean for the marketA four-lane CR 220 corridor improves commute capacity for Fleming Island and Middleburg area drivers. The site is about 9 miles southwest of Magnolia Estates.
Source: News4JAX - September 2026Development
UF Health Durbin Park 99-bed hospital opens in northern St. Johns County; Baptist Silverleaf adds emergency department
UF Health Durbin Park, a 99-bed hospital with a 24-hour emergency department on 42.5 acres, held its ribbon-cutting and opens the following week. Baptist Health's Silverleaf campus, about 10 miles south, is adding an emergency department, and AdventHealth and Acadia Health have also opened facilities near I-95. The county's population has grown more than 25% since 2020.
What it may mean for the marketNew hospital and emergency capacity shortens drive times to emergency care and adds healthcare jobs in northern St. Johns County. The site is about 9 miles east of Magnolia Estates.
Source: Jacksonville Today - August 2026Schools
St. Johns County school board moves ahead with design of SilverLeaf-area high school costing about $100 million
The board approved moving forward with design and architecture for a high school on Parcel 38, with cost estimated at roughly $100 million and possibly up to $120 million as design progresses. Construction is expected to take about three years. A board workshop on full project scope is being prepared.
What it may mean for the marketA new high school in the SilverLeaf area would add school capacity for the fast-growing northwest part of the county. The project is about 9 miles southeast of Magnolia Estates, elsewhere in St. Johns County.
Source: News4JAX - 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 10 miles southwest of Magnolia Estates.
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 project is about 9 miles southeast of Magnolia Estates, elsewhere in St. Johns County.
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 project is about 9 miles southeast of Magnolia Estates, elsewhere in St. Johns County.
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.
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Data sources & freshness
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 32084/32259)) |
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-10-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2003 (18 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 Magnolia Estates. 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.
- Bartram Trail High School · 9-12 · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 24 nearby communities)
- Switzerland Point Middle School · 6-8 · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 19 nearby communities)
- Fruit Cove Middle School · 6-8 · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 18 nearby communities)
- Creekside High School · 9-12 · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 16 nearby communities)
- Julington Creek Elementary School · PreK-5 · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 9 nearby communities)
Assignments from district data for neighboring communities; grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades (2025-26).