Plantation Cove
Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL
All 4,448 homes for sale in Jacksonville, FL · median $299,900 · 18 homes for sale in 32259 · St. Johns County homes for sale
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As of November 2026, the MLS records 3 closed sales in Plantation Cove in Jacksonville, FL since 2011, the most recent in November 2018. Across Jacksonville as a whole, 12,696 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $304,990, 42 median days on market, with 4,127 homes for sale today. At that median and St. Johns County's FY2025-26 rate of 13.47 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,110 ($3,590 with the full homestead exemption).
Plantation Cove sits in the St. Johns County portion of Jacksonville, and that county line is doing quiet work on value here. Location and lot matter, but the bigger swing in this community comes down to condition — updated homes and deferred-maintenance homes can trade on very different terms, so the sale price says as much about the house itself as it does about the address.
Without a fresh spread of active listings and closings in front of you, treat any single price point as a starting question, not an answer. Buyers should underwrite the specific home, not the community average; sellers should price to condition and be honest about what still needs doing before it hits the market.
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 Plantation 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
Plantation Cove is a Jacksonville-address, St. Johns County community — a combination that tends to keep demand steady while making each home's condition the real driver of what it fetches.
realMLS (Northeast Florida) sales records identify 6 homes in Plantation Cove that have changed hands since 2002, built between 2002 and 2003 (median 2002), with a median living area of about 3,376 sq ft and a typical 5-bedroom, 4-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.
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 Plantation Cove is best for.
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing a St. Johns County location within a Jacksonville address
- Buyers willing to underwrite a specific home's condition rather than a community average
- Buyers with the budget and appetite to update a home that needs work
Probably not for
- Buyers who need a strict, narrow price ceiling with no condition surprises
- Buyers wanting only turnkey homes at an entry budget
- Buyers unwilling to compare condition-comparable sales before making an offer
The market around Plantation Cove
Plantation Cove 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 41% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of Jacksonville.
Across St. Johns County, 1,898 homes are active and 814 pending (30% under contract).
In ZIP 32259 (Jacksonville), 1,917 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $505K ($225/sq ft), down 1.5% year over year, with a median 42 days on market. Right now 428 active and 292 pending listings put supply at about 2.7 months — a healthy market. See the live ZIP 32259 housing market and the St. Johns County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Plantation Cove specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Plantation Cove by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the Plantation Cove subdivision: 6 homes on record; built 2002–2003; typical size about 3,347 heated sq ft; 5 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: single-family 100%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 1 | $426,876 |
| 2003 | 2 | $331,830 |
| 2005 | 1 | $597,000 |
| 2011 | 1 | $407,000 |
| 2015 | 1 | $255,000 |
Newest recorded sale: $255,000 on 2015-09-15.
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 Plantation Cove buying strategy.
If we were buying in Plantation 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 Plantation Cove.
The county line factor
The practical story of Plantation Cove is its footing in St. Johns County while carrying a Jacksonville address. That pairing tends to hold buyer interest, but it does not erase the differences between individual homes — floor plan, updates, and upkeep move the needle more than the neighborhood name.
For anyone weighing this community, the work is at the property level. Compare recent condition-comparable sales rather than headline figures, and budget realistically for any updates a given home needs. The spread between move-in-ready and project houses is where buyers win or overpay.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Plantation Cove. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
We cover Northeast Florida for a living and we will tell you plainly when a home in Plantation Cove is priced to its condition and when it is not. Our value here is separating the address from the actual house in front of you — and making sure you pay, or price, for the property you're really trading.
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Housing distress & ownership in Plantation Cove, Jacksonville
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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Recent Developments in Plantation Cove Jacksonville St Johns
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Plantation Cove Jacksonville St Johns, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Schools
Clay school district says one-mill referendum renews, not raises, property tax
The Clay County school district says the referendum on the upcoming ballot renews the one-mill levy voters first approved in 2020 at the same rate. The money funds school law enforcement contracts and compensation to retain and attract teachers and support staff. A citizens' advisory committee reviews spending, and the district says non-renewal would leave a funding shortfall.
What it may mean for the marketThe outcome sets school operating funding and staffing support for Clay County without changing the current millage rate. The site is about 8 miles southwest of Plantation Cove Jacksonville St Johns.
Source: Clay Today - 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 6 miles east of Plantation Cove Jacksonville St Johns.
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 site is about 4 miles southeast of Plantation Cove Jacksonville St Johns.
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 8 miles southwest of Plantation Cove Jacksonville St Johns.
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 5 miles east of Plantation Cove Jacksonville St Johns.
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 5 miles east of Plantation Cove Jacksonville St Johns.
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 (1 streets, ZIP 32259)) |
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-11-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2011 (3 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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