This 1970's beach cottage holds a unique opportunity for the savvy investor. The rare location directly at the end of a beach access street allows for a direct corridor to the ocean. If multiple stories were built, the possibility of an ocean view is very feasible. The home itself has potential and with some improvements the open concept floor plan has much to offer. The land is where the real value is. The location , landscaping and size of the lot would make an amazing home site for a new build or add on to the existing home to create your dream beach side paradise. Tons of potential!! The existing home has tile floors, fireplace, large back porch, and ac was recently replaced. Professional photos coming soon.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
9,100 sq ftLot Size
$642Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by AMBRA WAYNE• FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC
Bought with KATHLEEN MCGUINNESS• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS SOUTHSIDE
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #172270
Sep 29, 2017
Sold
$400,000
$284/sq ft
Sep 28, 2017
Delisted
—
Jul 23, 2017
Listed
$425,000
$301/sq ft
+13
This 1970's beach cottage holds a unique opportunity for the savvy investor. The rare location directly at the end of a beach access street allows for a direct corridor to the ocean. If multiple stories were built, the possibility of an ocean view is very feasible. The home itself has potential and with some improvements the open concept floor plan has much to offer. The land is where the real value is.
The location , landscaping and size of the lot would make an amazing home site for a new build or add on to the existing home to create your dream beach side paradise. Tons of potential!! The existing home has tile floors, fireplace, large back porch, and ac was recently replaced. Professional photos coming soon.
realMLS #893048
Sep 29, 2017
Sold
$400,000
$284/sq ft
Sep 19, 2017
Pending
—
Aug 19, 2017
Contingent
—
Jul 30, 2017
Relisted
—
Jul 27, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jul 22, 2017
Listed
$425,000
$301/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 26, 1997
Sold
$148,000
$105/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,674 (+6.7%)
2024
$5,315 (+2.8%)
2023
$5,168 (+7.9%)
2022
$4,790 (+2.7%)
2021
$4,664 (+1.0%)
2020
$4,620 (+1.1%)
2019
$4,569 (−0.4%)
$235,000 + $63,025
$298,025
2018
$4,586 (+66.7%)
$235,000 + $61,546
$296,546
2017
$2,751 (+0.7%)
2016
$2,733 (−1.5%)
2015
$2,775 (−0.1%)
2014
$2,779
Tax history for 1878 Seminole Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,674 (+6.7%)
2024
$5,315 (+2.8%)
2023
$5,168 (+7.9%)
2022
$4,790 (+2.7%)
2021
$4,664 (+1.0%)
2020
$4,620 (+1.1%)
2019
$4,569 (−0.4%)
$235,000 + $63,025
$298,025
2018
$4,586 (+66.7%)
$235,000 + $61,546
$296,546
2017
$2,751 (+0.7%)
2016
$2,733 (−1.5%)
2015
$2,775 (−0.1%)
2014
$2,779
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
91 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,683 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1978
Sq. Ft.
1,758
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Duval County
APN
1720200522R
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
May 4, 2025 • Final
Mechanical residential gas
Install gas piping for one outlet.
Gas
Apr 19, 2025 • Final
Residential addition
Enclose the front and rear porches and install a fireplace.
Addition
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Exterior
Pool Features
Private YN: No
Pool Features: None
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Current Use: Residential
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling
Heating: Central
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: One Time
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,758
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,683 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1978
County: Duval County
APN: 1720200522R
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Atlantic Beach Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
Mayport Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
7/10
Duncan U. Fletcher High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 69-77% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Atlantic Beach, FL • 32233
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 5.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$861,000 – $1.04M
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