Shearwater St Augustine
Homes for Sale in St. Augustine, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Market Heat
Price in Shearwater is driven more by condition and lot than by any single ceiling. The median sits at about $496,240, or roughly $220 per square foot, and the spread around that number is wide — an updated home on a good lot and a dated one behind on finishes can carry very different tags. Treat the median as a midpoint, not a starting line.
The current posture favors buyers. Homes are taking a median of about 48 days to go under contract, prices are off 7.1% year over year, and the market heat score of 22 reads cool. Sellers should price to the current market rather than last year's, and buyers have room to negotiate on terms and condition rather than chasing.
Shearwater St Augustine right now
🟡 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($496K) is down 7.1% from the prior 12 months ($534K).Momentum Research, record-level realMLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 14. Confidence: Very High (150 and 211 sales in the two windows).
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Updated July 14, 2026 · Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
The 60-Second Overview
Shearwater St Augustine market snapshot (as of July 14, 2026): the median sale price is about $496K ($220 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 49 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is down 7% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level realMLS closed sales (150 closings in the current window).
Shearwater is a newer amenity-oriented community in northwest St. Johns County, and the numbers show a market that has softened and slowed — a spot where patient buyers currently hold more leverage than sellers.
Who Shearwater St Augustine is best for.
Best for
- Buyers targeting a newer home around the mid-$490s who value community amenities
- Patient buyers who want negotiating room and time for inspections in a cooler market
- Owners planning to hold for years rather than flip on a short horizon
Probably not for
- Buyers counting on rapid short-term appreciation
- Sellers unwilling to price to a market that is down year over year
- Anyone needing a quick resale in a fast-moving market
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending July 14 of each year, from record-level realMLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($496K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($534K) IS the -7.1% one-year change.
Windows contain 13 to 260 sales each (150 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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.
40% of homes for sale in ZIP 32092 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 (2026-07-12).
Life at Shearwater St Augustine
- Kayak Club pool complex · An amenity complex including a lagoon-style pool, a multi-lane lap pool, a winding water feature called the "Lazy Bird River," and a three-story water slide tower called "The Perch."
- Kayak and canoe launch · A launch providing direct water access to Trout Creek, which connects to the St. Johns River.
- Fitness Lodge · A 7,200 sq ft building (5,800 sq ft under air) with cardio and weight equipment, personal training services, and group fitness classes.
- Tennis courts · Four Har-Tru clay tennis courts, including a stadium court.
- Dog park · An on-site fenced dog park.
- Trail system · A network of named multi-use trails within the community, including the North Loop Trail, Trout Creek trails, and the Parkway Multi-Use Trail.
- Trout Creek Academy (on-site public K-8 school) · A St. Johns County School District K-8 public school built on approximately 26.5 acres at 855 Timberwolf Trail, within the Shearwater development, on land dedicated by the developer; opened for the 2024-2025 school year.
Sources: Shearwater community site (shearwaterliving.com); Freehold Communities; Trout Creek Academy / St. Johns County School District. Amenity access and membership terms vary and can change; verify current details with the community.
The Shearwater St Augustine buying strategy.
If we were buying in Shearwater St Augustine 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 Shearwater St Augustine.
A buyer's window in a cooling market
The signals line up in one direction. A median of about 48 days on market, a heat score of 22, and a 7.1% year-over-year decline together describe a market that has come off its peak. Over the trailing window of 150 closings, that is enough activity to read as a real trend rather than noise. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes still trade; overpriced or dated ones sit.
For sellers, that means the list price has to reflect condition honestly — the median of $496,240 is a reference point, not a floor you can assume. For buyers, it means time to inspect, compare, and negotiate. The community's own amenities and newer housing stock hold their appeal regardless of where the cycle sits, but you are buying into a softer moment, and you should structure your offer accordingly.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Shearwater St Augustine. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a cooling St. Johns County submarket, pricing and timing decisions carry real cost. We work Shearwater with current comps and a clear read on which listings are moving and why, so sellers price to today's market and buyers use the leverage a heat score of 22 actually gives them — instead of overpaying or waiting past a good deal.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
- Mandatory HOA — confirm current dues
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Community is HOA-governed; residents can access an HOA resident portal for community management information.
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Recent Developments in Shearwater St Augustine St Johns
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Shearwater St Augustine St Johns, 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 9 miles northeast of Shearwater St Augustine St Johns, 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 10 miles east of Shearwater St Augustine St Johns, 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 11 miles northeast of Shearwater St Augustine St Johns, 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 9 miles west of Shearwater St Augustine 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 northeast of Shearwater St Augustine 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 northeast of Shearwater St Augustine 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
| Community market stats | realMLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 14, 2026 |
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-07-12 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2016 (1,748 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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