Satsuma
Heights Homes for Sale

Established Satsuma single-family resale market · Satsuma · ZIP 32189

An established single-family resale subdivision in Satsuma, in rural Putnam County near the St. Johns River, built for buyers who want a straightforward, lower-cost resale home rather than a new-construction release or an amenity-driven HOA community.

Established resaleSatsuma, Putnam CountySingle-family homes
Live Market Pulse
50/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
This is a settled, built-out subdivision carrying a legacy name, not a new-construction release. Inventory is small and individual, and homes vary in age and condition, so confirm exact size, configuration, and condition by address.
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Live · Satsuma Heights Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$225K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 2.2% vs the prior 12 months
-2.2%
1-yr price change
n = 3 and 3 sales in the two windows
$155/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $215 in 2025
91.7%
Sale vs ask
+462%
T12M median vs 2012
from a $40K median in 2012
Tempo
14days
Median DOM · closed
14 days at the 2026 low
3
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 2 a year
Ownership and context
37%
Owner-occupied · Satsuma Heights
57 of 153 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
63%
Non-owner-occupied · Satsuma Heights
incl. 10% trust or LLC-held · 9% out-of-state
100%
Cash buyers · Satsuma Heights
3 of 3 sales, 12 mo ending July 2020
103
Homes in the community
plus 50 vacant residential lots · 153 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 24 years of records
Est. 1900
Community established
homes built 1900-2024, median 1988 (FL DOR 2025)
2
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 13 in 2006
1,456sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
2.9%/yr
Turnover rate
about 3 of 103 homes trade a year
Built fromLive realMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Satsuma Heights is a resale play on a small, rural Putnam County subdivision, not a builder market or an amenity-driven HOA community. No homeowners association or shared amenity was identified in this fast pass, and listing sources show at least one home dating to 1971, consistent with a settled, built-out neighborhood rather than a recent release. The single most important thing to verify is the exact age, condition, and configuration of the individual home, since a subdivision like this trades almost entirely on the specific property rather than on shared community features."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

Satsuma Heights Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of July 11, 2026

Satsuma Heights right now

🟡 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($225K) is down 2.2% from the prior 12 months ($230K) and up 462% since 2012. With about 2 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level realMLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 11. Confidence: Low (3 and 3 sales in the two windows).

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Updated July 11, 2026 · Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Satsuma Heights is an established single-family subdivision in Satsuma, in rural Putnam County, along the US-17 and St. Johns River corridor. Listing sources show at least one home in the subdivision dating to 1971, consistent with a settled, built-out neighborhood, though individual home size, bedroom and bathroom count, and condition vary and should be verified by address.

Because this is a resale market of individual homes rather than new construction, each property trades on its own age, condition, and lot. No homeowners association, recurring community fee, or Community Development District was identified in this fast pass, and no clubhouse, pool, or other shared amenity was identified either, though buyers should still confirm current fee and deed-restriction status directly with a title search or the listing agent.

The bigger picture is location. Satsuma Heights sits in a rural, river-adjacent setting along the St. Johns River corridor, within roughly 10 to 15 minutes of the Welaka boat ramp and about 20 minutes from Palatka for everyday services and county government. That trades big-city convenience for a lower-cost home and proximity to freshwater boating and fishing.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a lower-cost, established single-family resale home in a rural, river-adjacent setting
  • Buyers focused on boating, fishing, or general access to the St. Johns River
  • Buyers comfortable verifying home age, condition, and any deed restrictions directly on the parcel

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need a confirmed, amenitized HOA community with a pool or clubhouse
  • Buyers who need to be close to a larger job market or a short commute to Jacksonville or St. Augustine
  • Buyers unwilling to do the homework on an older home's condition and any recorded restrictions

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending July 11 of each year, from record-level realMLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($225K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($230K) IS the -2.2% one-year change.

Windows contain 0 to 5 sales each (3 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$100K$200K20122014201620182020202220242026
Down 2.2% year over year; up 462% since 2012.
Every sale since 2002 · price vs size
$0$200K$400K$600K1k2k
42 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo
$100$20020122014201620182020202220242026
Up from $30 in 2012 to a $215 peak in 2025; $155 now.
Median days on market · closed sales
010020030020122014201620182020202220242026
14 days at the 2026 low; 14 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
70%80%90%20122014201620182020202220242026
91.7% now.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
02420122014201620182020202220242026
0 to 5 a year; 3 in the current window.
Sellers who gave up · failed listings per year
05102004200820122016202020242026
Canceled, expired, or withdrawn. 13 quit in 2006; 2 so far in 2026. The clearest stress gauge a community has.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Putnam County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,231/mo
Putnam County typical true cost to own
$112/mo
Putnam County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

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.

How much local inventory is already under contract

26% of homes for sale in ZIP 32189 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-07-10).

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Satsuma Heights buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Listing locations from realMLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

Welaka boat ramp / St. Johns River access10 to 15 min · approximate
Welaka State Forest15 to 20 min · approximate
PalatkaAbout 20 min · approximate
Crescent City25 to 35 min · approximate
St. Augustine55 to 65 min · approximate
Jacksonville60 to 75 min · approximate

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Satsuma Heights (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take
  • Putnam County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Confirm current ratings before relying on them
  • Private and parochial options nearby

Satsuma Heights is served by Putnam County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

High

Palatka Jr.-Sr. High School (Putnam County School District); verify by address

Middle

Robert H. Jenkins Jr. Middle School; verify by address

Elementary

James A. Long Elementary School; verify by address

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Satsuma Heights address.

The takeaway

The story here is a settled, low-cost, river-adjacent location rather than a headline event. Satsuma Heights sits in the Satsuma community along the US-17 corridor, in a part of Putnam County defined by the St. Johns River rather than new development pressure.

Recent Developments in Satsuma Heights

Our read on what is being built around Satsuma Heights, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishNet stable for a built-out, low-cost single-family subdivision in a rural, river-adjacent setting, with the usual older-home condition and Florida insurance costs to underwrite on a home-by-home basis.

St. Johns River proximity nearby

Evergreen
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

The subdivision sits along the US-17 and St. Johns River corridor, within reach of the Welaka boat ramp and Lake George access. Proximity to freshwater boating and fishing supports steady demand from buyers focused on that lifestyle.

Affordability of an established resale footprint

Evergreen
BullishMajor impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Homes here are an established resale stock rather than new construction, which generally keeps entry cost lower than a comparable builder release. That affordability is the core of the value case for a buyer who does not need new-construction finishes.

No confirmed community amenities or HOA

Evergreen
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

No homeowners association, recurring fee, or shared amenity was identified in this fast pass. That can mean lower carrying costs, but buyers should still confirm current deed-restriction and fee status with a title search before relying on it.

Wide range of home ages and condition

Evergreen
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Listing sources show at least one home in the subdivision dating to 1971, so roof, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC condition likely vary house to house. A thorough inspection is the main way to underwrite this risk.

Rural location trades off commute distance

Evergreen
BearishMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Region

Putnam County's rural setting means fewer nearby employers and a longer drive to Jacksonville or St. Augustine than most other Northeast Florida communities on this site. Weigh that against the lower cost and river proximity.

Florida insurance costs on older homes

2026
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Region

Statewide homeowners insurance costs have stayed elevated, and insuring an older single-family home can be pricier than insuring a newer comparable. Get a bindable quote for the specific address before you commit.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Satsuma Heights, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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    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.

    If we were buying in Satsuma Heights, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

    1

    Pull the specific parcel's record with the Putnam County Property Appraiser to confirm year built, square footage, and any recorded deed restrictions.

    2

    Run a title search to confirm whether any homeowners association, recurring fee, or Community Development District applies to the specific parcel.

    3

    Get a thorough inspection focused on roof age, foundation, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, since home age and condition vary across the subdivision.

    4

    Confirm the exact bedroom, bathroom, and square footage configuration directly against the listing and public record.

    5

    Verify the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools by the home's address with the Putnam County School District, since attendance zones can change.

    6

    Get a bindable homeowners insurance quote for the exact address before you make an offer, given the age range of homes here.

    Best Buy
    A well-maintained, individually verified home with a clean title search and updated systems.
    Biggest Risk
    Buying without confirming deed-restriction status, current condition, or an older home's systems.
    Best Lot
    Prioritize a documented parcel with a recent inspection over guessing from the listing alone.
    Smart Timing
    Resale-driven. Inventory is thin and individual, so move when the right condition and confirmed status line up.
    The takeaway

    On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

    Community Details at a Glance

    The Homes

    Type

    Established resale single-family homes

    Size range

    Listing sources show at least one home dating to 1971; individual size and configuration vary and should be verified by address

    Bedrooms

    Commonly cited as 3 to 4 bedroom, 1 to 2 bath single-family homes; verify configuration by address

    Lot ownership

    County parcel records show individually platted lots with their own parcel numbers, consistent with a standard single-family subdivision; confirm on the specific parcel

    Costs & Fees

    HOA

    No homeowners association or recurring community fee was identified in this fast pass; confirm directly with the listing agent or a title search

    CDD

    None identified; confirm on the parcel tax record

    Property use

    Primarily reported as single-family residences; confirm the specific parcel's use

    Amenities

    Marketed

    No community clubhouse, pool, or other shared amenity was identified in this fast pass

    Status

    Verify any shared amenities directly with the association or listing agent, if one exists

    Location

    Area

    Satsuma, Putnam County, along the US-17 and St. Johns River corridor

    Welaka boat ramp / St. Johns River access

    Roughly 10 to 15 min (approximate)

    Palatka

    About 20 min (approximate)

    The takeaway

    Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

    The Entry

    At the entry tier you are generally looking at the smaller or more original-condition homes in the subdivision, where the value is in the low price point. Confirm condition and title status before you offer.

    Lowest entry
    The Core

    In the core of the market you find updated homes with refreshed kitchens, baths, and mechanicals, representing the typical move-in resale here. This is where most recent activity tends to cluster.

    Most inventory
    The Top

    At the top are the largest and most fully updated homes in the subdivision, and any on larger lots. Confirm the exact size, title status, and condition on the specific parcel.

    Strongest resale

    Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

    The Entry
    At the entry tier you are generally looking at the smaller or more original-condition homes in the subdivision, where the value is in the low price point. Confirm condition and title status before you offer.
    The Core
    In the core of the market you find updated homes with refreshed kitchens, baths, and mechanicals, representing the typical move-in resale here. This is where most recent activity tends to cluster.
    The Top
    At the top are the largest and most fully updated homes in the subdivision, and any on larger lots. Confirm the exact size, title status, and condition on the specific parcel.

    Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

    15-Second Take
    • Renovation math decides the deal
    • Better lots and views resell strongest
    • Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
    • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
    Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
    Operator Note

    Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

    Home conditionVaries widely by home age
    Title and deed-restriction clarityConfirm with a title search
    HOA / fee clarityNone identified; confirm by address
    Location for river accessAlong US-17 / St. Johns River corridor
    Overall resale liquidityThin, individual resale market

    Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

    Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
    Operator Note

    The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

    5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Satsuma Heights

    15-Second Take
    • Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
    • Misjudging the renovation budget
    • Overpaying for an interior lot
    • Underbudgeting the carrying costs
    • Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

    The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

    The value here is not a builder price sheet, it is doing the homework: confirming title status and what the home actually costs to carry.

    Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
    4.5D+ · Buy Score
    Resale Strength4.2/10
    Renovation Risk4.6/10
    Location Efficiency5.6/10
    Long-Term Defensibility3.8/10
    Carrying Cost Advantage5.8/10

    Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

    Why our read on Satsuma Heights is different.

    Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live realMLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No automated estimate, no guesswork.

    Live realMLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
    Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

    Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

    Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

    Value ($/sqft)
    $261 value$401 premium
    Lake / waterPreserveInterior

    Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from realMLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

    15-Second Take
    • Homes are an established single-family resale stock; verify exact square footage on the parcel.
    • Confirm whether any deed restrictions or HOA applies with a title search.
    • No confirmed recurring community fee was identified in this fast pass.
    • Larger lots and updated homes tend to hold more appeal.
    • Home ages vary; inspect the roof, foundation, and systems carefully before you buy.

    In a small, built-out subdivision like this, the durable differences between homes are title status, lot size, and condition. No homeowners association or shared amenity was identified in this fast pass, so carrying costs are generally limited to taxes and insurance, but that should be confirmed with a title search on the specific parcel. A thorough inspection is the main way to price in the age of the housing stock, and a larger or better-positioned lot tends to carry more appeal than a smaller interior lot.

    Satsuma Heights in 15 seconds.

    Best forBuyers who want a lower-cost, established single-family resale home near the St. Johns River.
    Biggest advantageA low entry cost in a rural, river-adjacent setting close to boating and freshwater fishing access.
    Biggest riskBuying before confirming title status, deed restrictions, and an older home's condition.
    Sweet spotA documented, well-maintained home with a clean title search and a recent inspection.
    Avoid ifYou need a confirmed amenitized community or a short commute to a larger job market.

    HOA, CDD & Fees

    15-Second Take
    • No homeowners association fee was identified; confirm with a title search before you rely on it.
    • No CDD was identified, but confirm it on the parcel tax record.
    • No clubhouse or pool amenities were identified in this fast pass.
    • Confirm the specific home's year built and condition before you make an offer.
    • Budget for a bindable Florida homeowners insurance quote on the specific home before you buy.

    No homeowners association or recurring community fee was identified for Satsuma Heights in this fast pass. Confirm directly with a title search or the listing agent before you rely on it.

    If a fee or association applies, confirm in writing exactly what it covers, since no community clubhouse or pool amenities were identified here in this fast pass. Do not assume facilities exist without verification.

    No golf course or private club was identified for this community.

    The takeaway

    Selling here is won on condition and view, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

    Momentum listings (YTD)
    97.98%
    Sold-to-list ratio across the Jacksonville metro for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
    Market average (YTD)
    96.73%
    The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
    Momentum days on market
    64 days
    Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
    Market days on market
    72 days
    The broader metro median over the same period.

    Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus the Jacksonville metro average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

    In Satsuma Heights, condition and view decide your number

    Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Bayou Club, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

    What is your Satsuma Heights home worth?

    Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Satsuma Heights matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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    Real comps, not an automated estimate.

    Median sale prices in Satsuma Heights year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

    The real cost & risk here

    Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Putnam County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

    $1,231/mo
    Putnam County typical true cost to own
    $112/mo
    Putnam County typical home insurance
    Check CDD
    Confirm before you offer

    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.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Satsuma Heights a new-construction community?
    No. It is an established single-family subdivision in Satsuma, Putnam County. Homes here are resales of varying ages.
    What kind of homes are in Satsuma Heights?
    Listing sources show at least one home dating to 1971, consistent with an established resale subdivision. Configuration, square footage, and year built should be confirmed by address.
    Is there a homeowners association?
    No homeowners association or recurring community fee was identified in this fast pass. Confirm directly with a title search or the listing agent before you rely on it.
    Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?
    No Community Development District was identified for this community. Confirm CDD status on the specific parcel's tax record with the Putnam County Property Appraiser before you rely on it.
    Where exactly is Satsuma Heights?
    It is in Satsuma, Putnam County, ZIP 32189, along the US-17 and St. Johns River corridor, roughly 10 to 15 minutes from the Welaka boat ramp.
    What should I check before buying a home here?
    Run a title search for deed restrictions and fee status, then focus an inspection on the roof, foundation, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC, since these vary across the subdivision's homes of different ages.
    Is the area in a flood zone?
    Flood zone designation is address-specific in this part of Putnam County. Confirm the FEMA flood zone and get a bindable insurance quote for the exact home before you commit.
    What amenities does the community have?
    No community clubhouse, pool, or other shared amenity was identified for Satsuma Heights in this fast pass. Confirm any shared facilities directly with a title search or the listing agent.
    What schools serve the community?
    It is in the Putnam County School District, with Palatka Jr.-Sr. High School generally serving the area at the high-school level. The zoned elementary, middle, and high schools should be verified by the specific address, since attendance zones can change.
    How is the commute to Palatka?
    Satsuma Heights is roughly 20 minutes from Palatka, an approximate estimate. Other drive times on this page are approximate as well.
    How far is Jacksonville or St. Augustine?
    Both are a longer drive from this rural Putnam County location. Jacksonville is roughly 60 to 75 minutes and St. Augustine is roughly 55 to 65 minutes, both approximate.
    Is Satsuma Heights gated or age-restricted?
    There is no verified information that the community is gated, and it is not marketed as age-restricted or 55 plus.
    What is the biggest risk of buying here?
    Buying before confirming title status, deed restrictions, and the condition of an older home's systems. All are manageable with direct verification and a thorough inspection.
    Should I get my own agent to buy a resale here?
    Yes. An experienced agent helps you confirm title status and condition against genuinely comparable sales, and represents your interests in the negotiation.
    How current is the market data on this page?
    This page will fill in with live realMLS data as sales in the community accrue. Until then, treat market figures as thin, and always confirm price and condition against genuinely comparable homes before you make an offer.
    Who is the best real estate agent for Satsuma Heights?
    The best agent for Satsuma Heights is one who actively works Satsuma and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, 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 Satsuma Heights.
    How do I find a top Satsuma real estate agent who knows Satsuma Heights?
    Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Satsuma Heights and the wider Satsuma area.
    Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Satsuma Heights?
    Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Satsuma Heights purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
    You want a lower-cost, established single-family resale home near the St. Johns River.Excellent fit
    You are focused on boating, fishing, or general river-recreation access rather than proximity to a larger job market.Excellent fit
    You are willing to run a title search and directly verify condition before you buy.Excellent fit
    You can budget for inspection findings typical of homes spanning a wide range of build years.Excellent fit
    You need a confirmed, amenitized HOA community with a pool or clubhouse.Probably not
    You need a short commute to Jacksonville, St. Augustine, or a larger job market.Probably not
    You are not willing to run a title search on the specific parcel before you buy.Probably not
    You cannot budget for older-home inspection findings or Florida insurance costs.Probably not

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    Median sale price in Satsuma Heights, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.
    Photography on this page is sourced from active and recently sold MLS listings in this community and remains the property of the listing brokerage and/or photographer. Source: Data provided by realMLS.

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    Community market statsrealMLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 11, 2026
    Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (6 streets, ZIP 32189))
    Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-07-10
    Schools2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district
    Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2002 (42 transactions analyzed)

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    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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