St. Johns County Homes for Sale

Northeast Florida · county seat St. Augustine · 292,243 residents

St. Johns County is the premium county of Northeast Florida and home to the #1-rated public school district in the state.

2,324 homes for saleMedian $491KBalanced Market274 neighborhoods
Live Market Pulse
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Balanced Market
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LiveMarket PulseApril 2026
$491K
Median Value
-3.1%
1-Yr Price
59days
Avg DOM
21.4%
Price Cuts
Balanced
Seller Leverage
$271/sf
Median $/Sqft
2,324
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
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"St. Johns County is the premium county of Northeast Florida and home to the #1-rated public school district in the state. Anchored by historic St. Augustine, the Ponte Vedra Beach golf-and-ocean corridor, and the explosive Nocatee and SilverLeaf master plans along the World Golf Village spine, it commands the region's highest prices — and its fastest population growth. Buyers pay a premium here for schools, new construction, and a beach-adjacent lifestyle. For buyers that means real negotiating room; for sellers, sharp pricing and a willingness to offer a concession. The county median is a starting point — the number that matters is the one for a specific home in a specific St. Johns County neighborhood, which is what we price against live comps."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

St. Johns County snapshot (April 2026): typical home value $491K ($271/sqft), median rent $2,120, about 2,324 active listings, a median 59 days on market, and 21.4% of listings cutting price — a balanced market. Values are -3.1% over the past year and +5.6% over five years.

St. Johns blends a fast-growing healthcare and professional-services base with two unusual anchors: the PGA Tour, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach alongside THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass, and a heavy commuter relationship with Duval's Jacksonville job market. Flagler Health+ / UF Health St. Johns is a major local employer, the county school district is itself one of the largest employers, and tourism around St. Augustine — the oldest city in the U.S. — runs year-round. Many residents earn Duval-Southside paychecks while living for the schools and beaches.

Entry
under $343K

Condos, townhomes, and starter homes — the lowest-cost way into St. Johns County and its school zones.

Core
$343K–$638K

The heart of the market: established single-family homes and newer planned-community product.

Top
$638K+

Luxury, waterfront, acreage, and custom homes — the county's strongest-resale tier.

Rolled-up counts and medians from Realtor.com, April 2026. Price bands are typical ranges for orientation, not an appraisal.

St. Johns County Market Scorecard

Balanced Market

St. Johns County is a balanced market: about 2,324 active listings, a median list price of $540,000, 21.4% of them cutting price, and homes going under contract in about 59 days.

$491K
Typical value
868
New / mo
$271
$/sqft
59
Days on mkt
21.4%
Cut price
$2,120
Median rent
Typical home value · last 13 months $491K

Go deeper: county scorecard · all 67 counties · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Typical value & rent: Zillow Research. Listings & days on market: Realtor.com, April 2026. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Should You Buy, Sell, or Invest Here?

6/10
Buyer

You are buying the region's best schools and newest housing, but at the top of the regional price range — expect more competition on well-priced Nocatee and Ponte Vedra inventory than anywhere else in Northeast Florida.

4/10
Seller

Among the strongest seller positions in the region thanks to school demand and in-migration, though buyers are increasingly rate-sensitive at these price points.

3/10
Investor

Appreciation and tenant quality are excellent, but high entry prices compress yields — St. Johns is an appreciation-and-stability play, not a cash-flow one.

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Schools in St. Johns County

St. Johns County School District has been rated the #1 district in Florida for years running, and it is the single biggest reason families pay a premium to live here. Unlike most counties, the strength is district-wide rather than concentrated in a few magnets, so nearly every zoned school is strong — which is precisely why address and school zone drive value so heavily.

  • Ponte Vedra High School
  • Nease High School
  • Bartram Trail High School
  • Creekside High School
  • Tocoi Creek High School
  • Alice B. Landrum Middle School

Because the whole district performs, the differences come down to specific zones, new-school openings (a new K-8 opens in 2026 to relieve Nocatee/SilverLeaf growth), and boundary changes — always confirm the current assignment for a specific address. See school-zone guides →

Taxes, Insurance & Cost to Own

A median-priced St. Johns County home costs about $3,419/month all-in (mortgage, tax, and insurance, 10% down) against median household income of $106,169. Florida's homestead exemption removes up to $50,000 of assessed value, and Save Our Homes caps annual assessed-value increases at 3% while you keep the homestead.

Typical property-tax millage13.469 mills (~1.35% before exemptions)
Avg. homeowners insurance$1,378/yr (Citizens county avg)
Homestead exemptionUp to $50,000 + 3% Save Our Homes cap
Est. all-in monthly (PITI)$3,419/mo on a $491K home
Income to buy median home$136,744/yr (est.)

At about $1,378 a year on average, St. Johns is among the more reasonable insurance markets in Florida, though coastal and older homes still run well above the average. Wind-mitigation features earn insurance credits; flood insurance is priced separately by address. Run your own numbers with the true cost calculator.

New Construction in St. Johns County

Builders pulled 4,735 residential permits last year (-15.1% YoY) — 3,554 single-family and 1,181 multifamily, about 16.2 per 1,000 residents. Active master-planned communities include Nocatee (the top-selling master plan in the U.S.); SilverLeaf (third fastest-growing in the U.S.); World Golf Village; RiverTown; Beachwalk (Crystal Lagoon); Shearwater; Beacon Lake; Trailmark. Builders compete on rate buydowns and closing-cost credits; buyer representation matters even on a new build. See active builders →

Population & Migration

St. Johns County has about 292,243 residents. On a net domestic basis it gained roughly 10,642 people and a net +$835.94M in adjusted gross income in the latest IRS filing year (county-to-county moves within the U.S.; this does not count international migration or births). Domestic arrivals are led by NY, CA, NJ, GA. Migration is the demand engine behind prices: when more income flows in than out, it supports both rents and values.

12-Month Forecast

Expect St. Johns to stay among the most resilient markets in Northeast Florida over the next 12 months. School demand and in-migration keep a firm floor under prices, but affordability at the top of the regional range and rate sensitivity will keep appreciation modest and lengthen days on market on anything mispriced. New-construction volume in Nocatee and SilverLeaf gives buyers real leverage on builder inventory.

St. AugustineHistoric county seat — the oldest city in the U.S., walkable downtown, riverfront and beach access.
Ponte Vedra BeachPremium oceanfront-and-golf corridor; the county's most expensive addresses and PGA Tour HQ.
NocateeTop-selling master-planned community in the U.S.; newer family housing, top schools, huge amenities.
St. Augustine BeachLaid-back barrier-island beach town south of the inlet.
World Golf Village / SilverLeafFast-growing I-95 spine with SilverLeaf, RiverTown nearby, golf resorts, and new retail.

Economy & Major Employers

St. Johns blends a fast-growing healthcare and professional-services base with two unusual anchors: the PGA Tour, headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach alongside THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass, and a heavy commuter relationship with Duval's Jacksonville job market. Flagler Health+ / UF Health St. Johns is a major local employer, the county school district is itself one of the largest employers, and tourism around St. Augustine — the oldest city in the U.S. — runs year-round. Many residents earn Duval-Southside paychecks while living for the schools and beaches.

  • St. Johns County School District
  • Flagler Health+ / UF Health St. Johns
  • PGA Tour (Ponte Vedra Beach HQ)
  • St. Johns County government
  • Northrop Grumman
  • VyStar Credit Union
  • Publix
  • Walmart
  • World Golf Village / hospitality

The PGA Tour is headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, home of THE PLAYERS Championship at TPC Sawgrass.

A deep, diversified employer base is what underpins housing demand through national cycles. Talk to a local St. Johns County agent →

Master-plannedNocatee (the top-selling master plan in the U.S.), SilverLeaf (third fastest-growing in the U.S.), World Golf Village, RiverTown, Beachwalk (Crystal Lagoon), Shearwater, Beacon Lake, Trailmark
GolfSawgrass Players Club / TPC Sawgrass (Ponte Vedra), Marsh Landing Country Club, King & Bear and Slammer & Squire (World Golf Village)
WaterfrontPonte Vedra Beach oceanfront, Marsh Landing (Intracoastal, gated with marina), Beachwalk (14-acre Crystal Lagoon), St. Augustine riverfront
LuxuryPonte Vedra Beach, Marsh Landing, Sawgrass Players Club, The Plantation at Ponte Vedra
55+ / active adultDel Webb Nocatee, Del Webb Ponte Vedra, Cascades at World Golf Village

Lifestyle in St. Johns County

St. Johns packs in 41 miles of Atlantic coastline, the cobblestone history of St. Augustine (founded 1565), and the golf gravity of TPC Sawgrass and the PGA Tour. Ponte Vedra Beach offers oceanfront living minutes from championship golf; St. Augustine pairs a walkable historic district with beaches and the Matanzas River; and the Nocatee/Crystal Lagoon corridor delivers resort-style amenities for families. It is the lifestyle county of the First Coast — and priced accordingly.

Risks to Weigh

The headline risks are price and water. St. Augustine and the barrier islands flooded in Hurricanes Matthew (2016) and Irma (2017), so storm surge and flood-zone status are central to true cost near the coast and the rivers. Affordability is stretched — this is the most expensive county in the region — and rapid growth in the Nocatee/SilverLeaf corridor is straining roads and schools even as the district adds capacity. Insurance, as everywhere in coastal Florida, is rising.

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Recent Developments in St. Johns County

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

  1. June 2026
    Development

    St. Augustine permits first buildings at Airport Commons mixed-use project

    St. Augustine issued building permits on June 17 and 18 for the first two structures of Airport Commons, a mixed-use development with the commercial buildings carrying a combined cost of about $4.5 million. The roughly 74,500-square-foot project is planned to combine commercial and retail space with enclosed storage units for vehicles, boats and equipment.

    What it may mean for the marketPermitting on the initial buildings moves the project from planning toward construction and may add commercial and storage inventory in the St. Augustine market, though the broader site will fill in over a longer horizon.

    Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
  2. June 2026
    Development

    County reviews redevelopment of former Adventure Landing site in St. Augustine

    St. Johns County is reviewing a commercial application to redevelop the former Adventure Landing property in St. Augustine, according to a June 12 report. The site plan calls for demolishing the former park and replacing it with five outparcels, with shared access, a revised parking layout, utilities and upgraded stormwater management.

    What it may mean for the marketReuse of a long-standing recreation site for commercial outparcels could reshape this stretch of the corridor and may add retail or service space if the plan advances through review.

    Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
  3. June 2026
    Civic

    St. Johns County and chamber launch Young Professionals Program for workforce retention

    St. Johns County's economic development department and the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce announced a Young Professionals Program offering networking and educational opportunities for people ages 21 to 40, aimed at workforce development and talent retention. The county noted that most of its property tax revenue comes from residential housing and said it wants to support a growing local business sector. The program's first event is set for July 14 in Nocatee, with registration open.

    What it may mean for the marketEfforts to retain local talent and broaden the commercial base can support the long-term economic foundation underpinning housing demand. A deeper local employment market may, over time, reduce reliance on commuting to Jacksonville for work.

    Source: Jacksonville Today
  4. April 2026
    Infrastructure

    County marks completion of CR 210 roadway improvement program

    St. Johns County announced completion of its County Road 210 improvement program between I-95 and U.S. 1, celebrated with an April 24 ribbon cutting. The roughly $18.7 million effort widened a 0.7 mile stretch from two lanes to six, added sidewalks, curbing and drainage upgrades, and installed a new traffic signal at Badger Park Drive.

    What it may mean for the marketDelivered capacity on the county's busiest east-west growth corridor may shorten peak-hour travel times for the northern St. Johns communities, and corridors with completed road programs have historically drawn steady buyer attention.

    Source: News4Jax
  5. April 2026
    Development

    Workforce housing debate sharpens over World Golf Village area townhome proposal

    St. Johns County commissioners weighed whether to rehear a previously denied rezoning for the Enclave at World Golf Village, a townhome proposal on about 18.5 acres at 3740 Pacetti Road. After an October 2025 mediation, the applicants presented a scaled-back plan that could return for new public hearings if the board approves, in a case that has become a focal point of the county's growing workforce housing debate.

    What it may mean for the marketHow the board lands on this case may signal the county's broader appetite for attainable-price product, a factor that could shape what gets built across fast-growing western corridors.

    Source: St. Johns Citizen
  6. October 2025
    Infrastructure

    New segment of County Road 2209 opens west of I-95

    St. Johns County opened a roughly $41 million, four-lane divided segment of County Road 2209 connecting Silverleaf Parkway to International Golf Parkway. The segment is part of a planned 7.7 mile corridor intended to eventually run from CR 210 south to State Road 16, building out the county's long-planned north-south alternative to I-95.

    What it may mean for the marketEach completed CR 2209 segment may redistribute commute patterns across the county's western growth area and could broaden the practical search radius for buyers working in Jacksonville or St. Augustine.

    Source: Jacksonville Daily Record
  7. September 2025
    Schools

    District releases rezoning maps for two new K-8 campuses opening in 2026

    The St. Johns County School District released draft attendance rezoning maps tied to two new K-8 campuses opening in 2026, including one in SilverLeaf designed for about 1,500 students. The SilverLeaf campus would absorb more than 1,000 students from Wards Creek Elementary and Pacetti Bay Middle, with a board vote planned for November.

    What it may mean for the marketNew campus capacity historically relieves crowding at existing schools, though boundary changes may shift which campuses serve individual communities, a logistics point buyers tend to confirm by address.

    Source: St. Johns Citizen
  8. August 2025
    Infrastructure

    County breaks ground on $25 million SR 16 and International Golf Parkway project

    St. Johns County held an August 25 groundbreaking for the SR 16-IGP Improvements Project, which will widen State Road 16 from two lanes to four, add sidewalks between IGP and CR 2209, install new drainage and add a traffic signal. The county said the project, expected to take about 18 months, serves five schools within a few miles of the intersection.

    What it may mean for the marketImprovements at this junction may smooth school-run and commute traffic for the World Golf Village area, one of the county's most active home-building zones.

    Source: St. Johns County (sjcfl.us)
  9. June 2025
    Parks & Amenities

    County breaks ground on sports complex, community center and library off CR 16A

    St. Johns County broke ground on a new tournament-style sports complex, community center and public library off CR 16A near Shearwater. The work is part of a county parks initiative exceeding $100 million that includes fields, courts, playgrounds, a splash pad and other recreation facilities, with openings targeted for early 2027.

    What it may mean for the marketA nine-figure public recreation program could add amenity value beyond what private communities provide on their own and may support long-term demand across the surrounding growth corridors.

    Source: News4Jax

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.

St. Johns County Real Estate FAQ

What is the median home price in St. Johns County?
The typical St. Johns County home is worth about $491K as of April 2026 (Zillow ZHVI), -3.1% over the past year. The median list price is similar; individual neighborhoods range widely around that figure.
Is St. Johns County a buyer's or seller's market?
As of April 2026, St. Johns County is a balanced market. Homes are taking a median of 59 days to sell, and inventory has rebuilt from its lows, giving buyers more room to negotiate than in recent years.
Is St. Johns County expensive?
St. Johns County's price-to-income ratio is about 4.6×, which is around the typical Florida county. The bigger cost surprises for newcomers are property insurance and, in newer communities, CDD fees — not the sticker price.
What is the average rent in St. Johns County?
The median rent is about $2,120 a month (Zillow ZORI). Against the typical home value, that is a gross rental yield near 5.2%.
Are property taxes high in St. Johns County?
The typical millage is about 13.469 mills, or roughly 1.35% of taxable value before exemptions. Florida's $50,000 homestead exemption and the Save Our Homes 3% assessment cap meaningfully lower the bill for owner-occupants.
How much is homeowners insurance in St. Johns County?
The Citizens county-average premium is about $1,378 a year, but your actual cost depends heavily on the home's age, roof, construction, and flood zone. Wind-mitigation credits can lower it; flood insurance is priced separately by address.
Is St. Johns County a good place to invest in real estate?
Appreciation and tenant quality are excellent, but high entry prices compress yields — St. Johns is an appreciation-and-stability play, not a cash-flow one.
Is St. Johns County growing?
St. Johns County has about 292,243 residents and is still drawing net in-migration of people and income. Migration and jobs are the forces most likely to support prices through the rate cycle.
How long do homes take to sell in St. Johns County?
A median of about 59 days on market as of April 2026, longer than the 2021-2022 frenzy and a sign of today's more balanced conditions.
What are the best areas to live in St. Johns County?
The county seat, St. Augustine, anchors the market, and the right area depends on whether you prioritize schools, commute, the water, or new construction. Our neighborhood guides map each on price, schools, and lifestyle.
What is the price per square foot in St. Johns County?
Listings in St. Johns County are priced around the area's median per-square-foot rate as of April 2026; smaller, older, and inland homes run below it, while new construction and waterfront run above. Per-square-foot is most useful within a single neighborhood, not across the whole county.
How much income do I need to buy a home in St. Johns County?
As a rough rule, a buyer needs household income roughly in line with the county's price-to-income ratio of 4.6× the home price, keeping total housing costs near 30% of income. Median household income here is $106,169. A lender pre-approval gives you the exact figure for your situation.
Is now a good time to buy in St. Johns County?
It depends on your horizon. For buyers planning to stay several years, today's balanced market conditions — more inventory and routine price cuts — offer better terms than the 2021-2022 peak. For short-term flips, flat appreciation makes the math tight. The right answer is specific to the home and your timeline.
Do I need flood insurance in St. Johns County?
It depends on the address. Homes in FEMA high-risk flood zones (A or V) typically require flood insurance with a federally backed mortgage, and even outside those zones it can be worth carrying in low-lying or coastal parts of St. Johns County. Flood premiums are priced separately by address under FEMA Risk Rating 2.0, so always check the flood zone before you buy.
Is St. Johns County a good place to retire?
Florida's lack of a state income tax and the homestead/Save Our Homes protections make St. Johns County attractive for retirees on a fixed income, especially in its 55+ and lower-maintenance communities. Weigh that against insurance costs and proximity to healthcare when you choose a specific area.
How fast are home prices rising in St. Johns County?
Over the past year, the typical St. Johns County home value moved -3.1%. Over five years it is +5.6% and over ten years +5.8% — so the long-run trend is up even though near-term growth has cooled.
What is the cost of living in St. Johns County?
Housing, insurance, and property tax are the main local cost drivers; Florida charges no state income tax. A median-priced home runs about $3,419 a month all-in (mortgage, tax, and insurance), against median household income of $106,169 a year. Utilities, transportation, and healthcare track close to state averages.
What are the risks of buying in St. Johns County?
The main ones are hurricane and flood exposure (which drive insurance costs), rising premiums statewide, and — in fast-growing submarkets — overbuilding that can soften resale and rents. On older condos, ask about reserves and special assessments. None are dealbreakers, but all belong in your budget before you offer.
Is St. Johns County good for real estate investors?
St. Johns County's estimated cap rate is about 5.2% with a gross yield near 5.2%, so it leans toward appreciation over cash flow. Net migration and the local job base are the demand signals that matter most for landlords here.
What counties are near St. Johns County?
See the 'Explore more' section on this page for direct links to the neighboring county market reports, plus the full set of scorecards for all 67 Florida counties.
Has inventory in St. Johns County gone up?
Yes — active listings are -11.4% versus a year ago. That rebuild from pandemic-era lows is the single biggest reason buyers have more leverage now than they did in 2021-2022.
Does St. Johns County really have the best schools in Florida?
Yes — the St. Johns County School District has been rated the #1 district in Florida for years, and the strength is district-wide rather than limited to a few magnet schools. It is the primary reason homes here carry a premium over neighboring counties.
Is St. Johns County expensive?
It is the most expensive county in Northeast Florida. You pay for top schools, newer construction, and the Ponte Vedra beach-and-golf lifestyle. Neighboring Clay and Duval offer more home for the money if budget outweighs schools.
Nocatee or SilverLeaf — which is better?
Nocatee is the established, amenity-rich, top-selling master plan with mature retail and schools; SilverLeaf is newer, fast-growing, and often a bit more affordable as it builds out. Both sit in the top-rated district; the right call depends on price point, commute, and how finished you want the community to feel.

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