River Oak Plantation
Homes for Sale in St. Johns, FL
All 391 homes for sale in St. Johns, FL · median $560,000 · 336 homes for sale in 32259 · St. Johns County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 17 closed sales in River Oak Plantation in St. Johns, FL since 2001, the most recent in January 2026. Across St. Johns as a whole, 1,261 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $505,000, 49 median days on market, with 318 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).
River Oak Plantation sits in the St. Johns County corridor that draws steady buyer attention, and here condition and lot do more to set price than any headline number. Without a range to lean on, the honest read is that individual home quality, updates, and siting drive where a given listing lands.
For sellers, that means preparation and presentation carry real weight, not marketing spin. For buyers, it means the work is in comparing homes on their merits rather than assuming the community sets one predictable price. Come with a clear sense of what you actually need in a floor plan and lot.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside River Oak Plantation 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
River Oak Plantation market snapshot (as of October 1, 2026): the median sale price is about $240K ($129 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 17 days on market for closed sales.
In ZIP 32259 (St. Johns), 2,441 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $498K ($224/sq ft), down 2.5% year over year, with a median 46 days on market. Right now 514 active and 267 pending listings put supply at about 6.6 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 32259 housing market and the St. Johns County market.
County records show 5 qualified sales in River Oak Plantation across 2024–2024, median $710,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
River Oak Plantation is a community of 73 homes in St. Johns, St. Johns County, built between 1994 and 2005 (median 1997.0), with a median living area of about 3,332 square feet. 89% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
River Oak Plantation is a St. Johns County community where the story is less about a single price point and more about how each home is finished and positioned within it.
The setting & the homes.
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Who River Oak Plantation is best for.
Best for
- Buyers targeting St. Johns County who will do the work of comparing homes carefully
- Buyers prioritizing lot and floor plan over a fixed price target
- Buyers who value an updated, move-in-ready home and will pay for condition
Probably not for
- Buyers who need a tight, uniform price band across every listing
- Buyers unwilling to weigh condition and updates when making an offer
- Buyers set on a location outside St. Johns County
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Closed sales in River Oak Plantation by trailing-12-month window ending October 1 of each year, from realMLS (Northeast Florida MLS) closing records. 3 homes closed in the current window at a median of $239,900. Aggregates only; individual closed sales are not shown.
| Window | Closings | Median sold | $ / sq ft | Median DOM | Typical size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | $239,900 | $129 | 17 days | 1,860 sq ft |
Source: realMLS closed listings, aggregated by Momentum Research. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Housing distress & ownership in River Oak Plantation, 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.
Life at River Oak Plantation
- Basketball Court · reported on 1 of 1 listings
- Clubhouse · reported on 1 of 1 listings
- Playground · reported on 1 of 1 listings
- Tennis Court(s) · reported on 1 of 1 listings
- Children's Pool · reported on 1 of 1 listings
- Pool · reported on 1 of 1 listings
Community amenities as reported across realMLS listings in this community; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Verify current amenities and access with the HOA.
Recent Developments in River Oak Plantation
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting River Oak Plantation, 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 16 miles northeast of River Oak Plantation, 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 17 miles northeast of River Oak Plantation, 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 18 miles northeast of River Oak Plantation, 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 11 miles northwest of River Oak Plantation.
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 14 miles north of River Oak Plantation, 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 14 miles north of River Oak Plantation, 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.
The River Oak Plantation buying strategy.
If we were buying in River Oak Plantation 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 River Oak Plantation.
Reading River Oak Plantation on the ground
This is a St. Johns address, which matters for location and access to the broader St. Johns County growth path. Buyers weighing River Oak Plantation should look closely at the specifics of any given home: how it has been maintained, what has been updated, and how the lot sits.
Because we are working from a community snapshot rather than a wide inventory of active data, the practical move is to evaluate listings one at a time. The differences between two homes here can be larger than any community-wide generalization, so treat each address as its own case.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in River Oak Plantation. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
We cover St. Johns County closely and will tell you plainly whether a specific River Oak Plantation home is worth pursuing or worth passing on. Our job is to compare condition, lot, and layout against price so you are not paying for someone else's optimism.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA dues reported around $61/month (about $732/yr) · median of 19 MLS listings, most billed twice a year
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Listings in this community report association dues of about $61 per month ($732 a year) — the median AssociationFee across 19 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed twice a year. 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.
Tools for a River Oak Plantation buy.
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Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed River Oak Plantation sales matched to your home.
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Recently off market in River Oak Plantation
Homes in River Oak Plantation 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.
- 1242 Cunningham Creek Drive · off market
The real cost & risk here
Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are St. Johns County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.
Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · St. Johns County scorecard.
County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | realMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 12, 2026) |
| Community market stats | realMLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending October 1, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 32259)) |
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-10-01 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2001 (17 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
Street-level pages: every home on record, what sold and what is for sale on each street.
- Cunningham Creek Drive (1 homes on record)
- Mill Creek Drive (1 homes on record)
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Schools serving nearby communities
We do not have a confirmed school assignment for River Oak Plantation. 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).