Summerchase Homes for Sale in St. Johns, FL

Established resale homes · St. Johns · ZIP 32259

A compact, established resale street in the Julington Creek Plantation area of St. Johns, built for buyers who want an entry point into a well-known school corridor without new-construction pricing.

Established resaleSt. Johns, St. Johns County3 to 4 bedrooms
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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
A single-street, small-footprint community. Inventory here turns over infrequently, so verify current availability directly against the live shard before assuming a home is on the market.
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Jon's Current Read

"Summerchase is a small, single-street resale pocket inside the broader Julington Creek Plantation footprint of St. Johns County. The homes are modest in size relative to newer construction nearby, which is exactly the appeal for buyers priced out of larger JCP villages who still want the same school-district address. Because it is a thin, low-turnover market, do not read too much into any single closing, and confirm every dues and amenity-access detail directly rather than assuming it matches the larger JCP master association."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Summerchase is a small, established resale street of single-family homes in the St. Johns area of St. Johns County, within the broader footprint associated with the Julington Creek Plantation area. Homes here run roughly 1,150 to 1,650 square feet with 3 to 4 bedrooms, generally dating to 1990s construction; confirm exact build years against the parcel record.

Because this is a small, established pocket rather than an actively marketed subdivision, resale activity is thin and homes do not turn over often. That makes each closing more idiosyncratic than in a larger community, and it means a buyer's real leverage is patience and a careful comparison against nearby, better-documented streets rather than assuming a standardized price curve.

The location sits inside the well-known Julington Creek Plantation corridor of southern St. Johns County, close to Race Track Road and within a reasonable drive of both Jacksonville and St. Augustine. Confirm whether this street carries its own sub-association dues, any access to shared JCP-area amenities, and the current zoned schools by the specific address before you rely on any of it.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a smaller, lower-priced entry point into the St. Johns County school corridor
  • Commuters willing to trade home size for an established, centrally located street
  • Buyers comfortable doing extra diligence on a thin, low-turnover resale market

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a large, actively marketed community with a full amenity package and clear HOA documentation
  • Buyers who need a large floor plan; homes here run smaller than newer St. Johns County construction
  • Buyers who want a deep pool of recent comparable sales to lean on

How St. Johns is performing right now

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Live market metrics for Summerchase update as realMLS listings and sales post. Figures shown reflect current recorded activity; confirm specifics by address.

Live from realMLS, as of July 9, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current St. Johns listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Summerchase 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.

Downtown Jacksonville25 to 30 min · approximate
St. Augustine historic district20 to 25 min · approximate
Race Track Road corridor5 to 10 min · approximate
I-95 access10 to 15 min · approximate

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

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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
St. Johns (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
  • St. Johns 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

St. Johns is served by St. Johns 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

Creekside High School (St. Johns County School District, verify by address)

Middle

Fruit Cove Middle School (verify by address)

Elementary

Julington Creek Elementary School (verify by address)

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

The takeaway

St. Johns County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in Florida, with the southern county corridor near Race Track Road remaining a draw for buyers seeking established, centrally located streets like this one.

Recent Developments in Summerchase

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

Net OutlookBullishSteady demand for lower-priced resale entry points in a high-demand school district, tempered by rising insurance and carrying costs across the region.

St. Johns County population growth

2020 to 2026
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: County

St. Johns County has consistently ranked among Florida's fastest-growing counties this decade, which has supported steady demand for established homes in well-known school corridors.

Florida homeowners insurance costs

2024 to 2026
BearishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Region

Statewide homeowners insurance premiums have remained elevated, which adds to carrying costs on older housing stock. Get a bindable quote for the specific home before you commit.

Thin resale market conditions

2026
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

This is a small, single-street pocket with infrequent turnover, so market conditions here should be read against the live shard rather than assumed from broader county trends.

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

    1

    Pull the current parcel record from the St. Johns County Property Appraiser to confirm build year, lot size, and any CDD status.

    2

    Confirm whether this street carries its own HOA or sub-association, the current dues, and what they cover.

    3

    Verify the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high school for the specific address with the St. Johns County School District.

    4

    Get a bindable homeowners insurance quote for the specific home before you make an offer.

    5

    Because turnover here is thin, compare against a few nearby, better-documented streets before anchoring on price.

    Best Buy
    A well-maintained, move-in-ready home priced in line with recent comparable closings on this and adjacent streets.
    Biggest Risk
    Thin, infrequent turnover makes it hard to validate pricing against a deep set of recent comps.
    Best Lot
    Prioritize lot condition and proximity to through traffic; verify any shared common areas.
    Smart Timing
    No strong seasonal signal identified for this specific street; watch the live shard for current activity.
    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

    Size range

    About 1,150 to 1,650 sq ft

    Bedrooms

    3 to 4

    Era

    1990s construction (verify exact build years by parcel)

    Costs & Fees

    HOA

    Likely yes given shared JCP-area amenities; confirm exact dues with the association

    CDD

    Not confirmed; check the parcel tax record with the St. Johns County Property Appraiser

    Property use

    Primary residences

    Amenities

    Marketed

    Access to Julington Creek Plantation area amenities (pools, sport complex, parks) reported nearby; confirm which are included for this street

    Status

    Confirm current access and any separate sub-association fees

    Location

    Town

    St. Johns, St. Johns County

    Jacksonville

    About 20 to 30 min

    St. Augustine

    About 20 to 25 min

    The takeaway

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

    The Entry

    At the lower end of recent activity, expect the smaller floor plans on this street, generally under about 1,300 square feet.

    Lowest entry
    The Core

    Mid-range recent activity generally reflects the larger plans on the street, up to roughly 1,650 square feet.

    Most inventory
    The Top

    Above typical recent activity, expect a larger lot, updated interior, or a homesite with fewer nearby drawbacks; verify against the live shard.

    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 lower end of recent activity, expect the smaller floor plans on this street, generally under about 1,300 square feet.
    The Core
    Mid-range recent activity generally reflects the larger plans on the street, up to roughly 1,650 square feet.
    The Top
    Above typical recent activity, expect a larger lot, updated interior, or a homesite with fewer nearby drawbacks; verify against the live shard.

    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 conditionEstablished resale, varies by home
    Comp availabilityThin, low-turnover street
    HOA/CDD clarityNot confirmed, verify directly
    School-district valueWell-known St. Johns corridor
    Location accessNear Race Track Road corridor

    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 St. Johns

    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.

    This is a small street, not a marketed community, so the real work is verifying the details rather than trusting a generic listing description.

    Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
    6.0C · Buy Score
    Resale Strength5.8/10
    Renovation Risk5.5/10
    Location Efficiency6.8/10
    Long-Term Defensibility6.0/10
    Carrying Cost Advantage6.0/10

    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 St. Johns 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
    • This is a small, single-street pocket with a limited number of homes.
    • Lot condition and proximity to through traffic matter more here than in a larger community.
    • Confirm any shared common areas or retention ponds before you buy.
    • Thin turnover means fewer comps to validate a homesite's value.
    • Verify lot size and boundaries against the county parcel map, not the listing description.

    Because this is a small, single-street community rather than a large master-planned subdivision, there is limited data on lot-by-lot value differences. The practical advice is to verify lot size, boundaries, and any shared common areas directly against the St. Johns County parcel map, and to weigh proximity to through traffic and adjacent land use, since a thin resale market gives you fewer recent comps to lean on.

    St. Johns in 15 seconds.

    Best forBuyers who want a smaller, lower-priced entry point into the St. Johns County school corridor.
    Biggest advantageEstablished location inside the well-known Julington Creek Plantation area at a smaller-home price point.
    Biggest riskThin resale turnover makes it harder to validate pricing against recent comparable sales.
    Sweet spotA well-maintained, move-in-ready home priced against actual nearby closings.
    Avoid ifYou need a larger floor plan or a deep pool of recent comps to lean on.

    HOA, CDD & Fees

    15-Second Take
    • HOA status not confirmed; verify directly before you buy.
    • CDD status not confirmed; check the parcel's tax record.
    • No golf or club amenities identified for this street.
    • Confirm any shared amenity access separately from the larger JCP master association.
    • Budget for Florida homeowners insurance as a real, rising cost.

    An HOA or sub-association is likely given the area's shared amenities, but a current dues amount is not published here. Confirm the exact figure and what it covers directly with the association or management company before you buy.

    Confirm in writing what, if any, shared amenities or common-area upkeep the dues cover for this specific street.

    No golf course or private country club is associated with this street.

    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 St. Johns, condition and view decide your number

    Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Julington Creek Plantation, 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 St. Johns home worth?

    Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in St. Johns 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.

    Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

    Median sale prices in Summerchase 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 St. Johns County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

    $2,612/mo
    St. Johns County typical true cost to own
    $115/mo
    St. Johns 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.

    Live market metrics for Summerchase are being compiled from realMLS activity and will appear here as listings and sales post. For current county-level figures, see the market data links below.

    Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Summerchase an established or new-construction community?
    It is an established resale street, generally dating to 1990s construction. Confirm the exact build year for any specific home against the parcel record.
    What do homes cost in Summerchase?
    Check the live realMLS data on this page for current activity. Because turnover here is thin, also compare against recent closings on nearby, better-documented streets in the area.
    How big are the homes?
    Homes generally run about 1,150 to 1,650 square feet with 3 to 4 bedrooms. Verify the exact size and layout for any specific home.
    Is there an HOA, and how much are the dues?
    HOA or sub-association status has not been confirmed here. Get the exact dues amount and what they cover in writing before you buy.
    Is there a CDD bond on the taxes?
    CDD status has not been confirmed. Check the specific parcel's tax record with the St. Johns County Property Appraiser.
    What amenities are available?
    No amenity package specific to this street has been confirmed. There are reports of shared amenities in the broader Julington Creek Plantation area, but confirm access for this specific address separately.
    What schools serve the community?
    It is in the St. Johns County School District. Zoned schools commonly reported for this area include Julington Creek Elementary, Fruit Cove Middle School, and Creekside High School, but verify by the specific address.
    How is the commute to Jacksonville and St. Augustine?
    Downtown Jacksonville is roughly a 25 to 30 minute approximate drive, and St. Augustine's historic district is roughly 20 to 25 minutes. These are approximate estimates.
    Why is the resale market here described as thin?
    This is a small, single-street pocket rather than a large marketed subdivision, so relatively few homes trade in a given year. Read pricing carefully against actual recent comps rather than broader county averages.
    What is the biggest risk of buying here?
    The thin resale market. With few recent comparable sales on this specific street, it is harder to validate pricing, so lean on a wider comp radius before you offer.
    How should I choose a lot here?
    Favor lots away from through traffic and verify any shared common areas or retention ponds against the county parcel map rather than the listing description.
    Should I get my own agent for a resale purchase here?
    Yes. Given the thin data available on this specific street, an agent who can build out a wider, accurate comp set is especially valuable.
    How current is the data on this page?
    The market figures come from live realMLS data and update regularly. Always confirm the exact price and availability directly before you make an offer.
    Who is the best real estate agent for Summerchase?
    The best agent for Summerchase is one who actively works St. Johns 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 Summerchase.
    How do I find a top St. Johns real estate agent who knows Summerchase?
    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 Summerchase and the wider St. Johns area.
    Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Summerchase?
    Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Summerchase purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
    You want a smaller, lower-priced entry point into the St. Johns County school corridor.Excellent fit
    You are comfortable doing extra diligence on HOA, CDD, and school-zoning details.Excellent fit
    You value an established location over a large amenity package.Excellent fit
    You are prepared to compare pricing against a wider radius of comps, not just this street.Excellent fit
    You need a larger floor plan than roughly 1,650 square feet.Probably not
    You want a large, actively marketed community with clear HOA documentation.Probably not
    You want to rely on a deep pool of recent comparable sales.Probably not
    You want a confirmed amenity package as part of the purchase.Probably not

    Get the inside read on St. Johns

    Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your St. Johns home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

    We respond personally, usually the same day.

    You are all set.

    A Momentum Realty St. Johns specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

    Median sale price in Summerchase, 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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