St Johns Forest
Homes for Sale in St. Johns, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Market Heat
St Johns Forest is a low-volume market: 9 active listings and 23 closings in the current window mean each sale carries more weight in the numbers, and pricing here tracks condition and lot specifics more than broad trend lines. The median sits at $685,000, with price per square foot at $215.98, and that combination points to a market where finished square footage and updates command a real premium rather than a market moving on momentum alone.
Median days on market is 38, and months of supply is 4.7, both consistent with the balanced tag on this community right now. Prices are down 2.1% year over year, though the community is still up 114% since 2012, so the recent softening reads as a pause within a much longer run rather than a reversal. A market heat score of 37 tells sellers to price to the comp, not to the headline, and tells buyers there is room to negotiate on terms without needing to chase a shrinking window.
St Johns Forest right now
🟡 Balanced market. 3.1 months of supply and 22% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of realMLS records, as of August 23, 2026. Confidence: Very High (9 active and pending listings, 27 closed sales in 12 months).
🟡 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($685K) is up 2.2% from the prior 12 months ($670K) and up 136% since 2012. With about 29 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 August 23. Confidence: High (27 and 15 sales in the two windows).
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Updated August 23, 2026 · Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
The 60-Second Overview
St Johns Forest market snapshot (as of August 23, 2026): the median sale price is about $685K ($226 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 32 days on market for closed sales, and 3.1 months of supply, a balanced market. The trailing-12-month median is up 2% from the prior 12 months and up 136% since 2012, computed from record-level realMLS closed sales (27 closings in the current window).
With only 9 homes active and 23 closings in the current window, St Johns Forest trades in small numbers, so a single well-priced or overpriced listing can shift the read on the community faster than in higher-volume areas nearby.
The setting & the homes.
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Who St Johns Forest is best for.
Best for
- Buyers comfortable pricing off a $685,000 median in a thin-inventory market
- Buyers with a 38-day-plus timeline who don't need to move in under a week
- Sellers willing to price to the $215.98 per-square-foot comp rather than to last year's peak
Probably not for
- Buyers who need a large active pool of comparable homes to choose among
- Sellers expecting the prior year's pricing after the 2.1% year-over-year dip
- Anyone who needs a fast, high-turnover market with dozens of monthly closings
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending August 23 of each year, from record-level realMLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($685K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($670K) IS the +2.2% one-year change.
Windows contain 15 to 74 sales each (27 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.
St. Johns Forest Market Scorecard
St. Johns Forest is currently a balanced market. About 5.7 months of supply, a median asking price of $649,900, and homes go under contract in about 23 days.
Typical home value in the 32259 ZIP is $544,710, about 24.2% below the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).
Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.
Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Housing distress & ownership in St Johns Forest, 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. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period August 2026 through August 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Homes For Sale Right Now in St Johns Forest
Live MLS inventory for St Johns Forest. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.
Active · 39 daysTop listing
Active · 25 days
Active · 172 days
Active · 66 days
Active · 32 days
Active · 86 days
Active · 96 days
Pending · 44 days
Pending · 53 daysActive and pending St Johns Forest listings as of 2026-08-23, priced high to low. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Tap any home to ask about it.
St Johns Forest on the map.
Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers and tap a home for the details.
Listing locations from realMLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.
Life at St Johns Forest
- Clubhouse · 5,200-square-foot clubhouse available for use by residents.
- Swimming pool · Community pool with fountains and a two-story, 17-foot tower slide.
- Fitness center · On-site fitness center maintained by the association.
- Tennis courts · Two tennis courts within the community.
- Basketball courts · Basketball courts maintained by the association.
- Roller hockey rink · Roller hockey rink located within the community.
- Sports field and playground · A sports field and playground are part of the community's recreational facilities.
- Gated entrance with guardhouse · Gated entrance with a guardhouse operating a guest registration system for visitor access.
- Sidewalks and ponds · Community includes tree-lined roads, sidewalks, ponds, and preserve areas.
Sources: St. Johns Forest Homeowners Association. Amenity access and membership terms vary and can change; verify current details with the community.
How far is everything?
Everyday stops around St Johns Forest are close: the nearest dining is about 2 minutes away.
- The Windy City On Wheels · Dining2 min
- Publix · Groceries4 min
- The Forum at Greenbriar · Shopping4 min
- Foxtail Coffee Co. & Kelly's Ice Cream Silver Leaf · Coffee4 min
- Touchton Surgery Center · Health5 min
- Goldfish Swim School · Parks6 min
Approximate drive times via Mapbox Search + Directions, 2026-07-03. Verify for a specific address.
Schools
- St. Johns County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Liberty Pines Academy (St. Johns)FLDOE grade A · Public K-8
- Bartram Trail High School (St. Johns)FLDOE grade A · Public 9-12
Grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades for 2025-26. Assignments are reported as of the 2025-26 year and can change; always confirm with St. Johns County Public Schools for a specific address.
Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any St Johns Forest address.
Recent Developments in St Johns Forest
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting St Johns Forest, 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 6 miles east of St Johns Forest, 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 site is about 7 miles east of St Johns Forest.
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 8 miles east of St Johns Forest, 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 12 miles west of St Johns Forest.
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 2 miles northeast of St Johns Forest.
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 2 miles northeast of St Johns Forest.
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 St Johns Forest buying strategy.
If we were buying in St Johns Forest 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 St Johns Forest.
A balanced market with a thin bench
The market_band here is balanced, and 4.7 months of supply backs that up: not tight enough to hand sellers the leverage, not loose enough to hand it to buyers. At a median of $685,000 and $215.98 per square foot, the math rewards homes that are priced against actual recent closings rather than against what a similar-looking listing asked for.
Median time on market of 38 days is a reasonable runway for both sides. It's long enough that a buyer who does their diligence isn't going to lose a home to a bidding war, and short enough that a correctly priced seller isn't left carrying a listing for months. The year-over-year dip of 2.1% is worth naming plainly to sellers expecting last year's number, while the 114% climb since 2012 is the more useful reference point for anyone thinking in years rather than months.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in St Johns Forest. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Momentum Buy Score.
Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the factors that decide how a home in St Johns Forest buys, holds, and resells. Momentum Research; not an appraisal.
Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 4 factors (7.4). Basis: Long-Term Appreciation +136% since 2012; Recent Direction +2.2% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 3.1 months of supply; Pricing Power 96.3% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.
Why work with Momentum here
With only 9 active listings and 23 recent closings to draw on, generic pricing tools run thin fast in St Johns Forest. Momentum builds the comp set by hand from the realmls feed as of 2026-07-11, which matters when the difference between two closings can swing a per-square-foot number meaningfully.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
- No CDD
- 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.
St. Johns Forest is a gated community of 532 single-family homes on 435 acres in St. Johns County, managed by the St. Johns Forest Homeowners Association; day-to-day management is handled by Freedom Community Management. The community is also subject to a Community Development District (CDD), St. Johns Forest CDD, established March 6, 2003, which maintains community-wide infrastructure.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | realMLS, refreshed twice daily (last: August 23, 2026) |
| Community market stats | realMLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 23, 2026 |
| Under-contract shares | realMLS records, as of 2026-08-18 |
| Schools | 2025-26 district assignments + FLDOE school grades; verify with the district |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2004 (823 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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