Stunning & Rare High Bluff River Front Front Property with Expansive Views of the St Johns River. Recent Waterfront Upgrades include Seawall, Dock, Boathouse,and Floating Dock, Black Vinyl Chain link fencing & gates encompasses entire property, lot has been Cleared and Beautifully maintained Oak trees are remaining for a picturesque setting.Property includes 3/2 bedroom Cottage ,hardwood floors,tongue & groove ceilings,large enclosed 384 sq-ft porch with fireplace has been incorporated intoadditional living area. separate laundry room, Carport, Large detached storage Barn/Shop 23x24, Metal roof on home recently installed. What a wonderful opportunity for a weekend getaway or to build your new Stately Home on this rare property. Bring all the boats and toys to enjoy life on the river. Property is located just 1.5+/- miles from US 17 which makes a quick commute to town or work. A must see property!
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
1.62 acresLot Size
$299Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by CARL THOMPSON• FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #190044
May 15, 2020
Sold
$292,500
$158/sq ft
May 1, 2020
Delisted
—
Mar 28, 2020
Contingent
—
Mar 17, 2020
Price Changed
$314,900
$170/sq ft
Jan 7, 2020
Price Changed
$324,900
$176/sq ft
Sep 15, 2019
Listed
$349,900
$189/sq ft
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Stunning & Rare High Bluff River Front Front Property with Expansive Views of the St Johns River. Recent Waterfront Upgrades include Seawall, Dock, Boathouse, and Floating Dock, Black Vinyl Chain link fencing & gates encompasses entire property, lot has been Cleared and Beautifully maintained Oak trees are remaining for a picturesque setting. Property includes 3/2 bedroom Cottage , hardwood floors, tongue & groove ceilings, large enclosed 384 sq-ft porch with fireplace has been incorporated into
additional living area. separate laundry room, Carport, Large detached storage Barn/Shop 23x24, Metal roof on home recently installed. What a wonderful opportunity for a weekend getaway or to build your new Stately Home on this rare property. Bring all the boats and toys to enjoy life on the river. Property is located just 1.5+/- miles from US 17 which makes a quick commute to town or work. A must see property!
realMLS #1015692
May 15, 2020
Sold
$292,500
$158/sq ft
Mar 28, 2020
Pending
—
Mar 17, 2020
Price Changed
$314,900
$170/sq ft
Jan 7, 2020
Price Changed
$324,900
$176/sq ft
Sep 15, 2019
Listed
$349,900
$189/sq ft
realMLS #584030
Nov 5, 2012
Sold
$155,000
$84/sq ft
Jun 11, 2011
Listed
$180,000
$97/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$312 (+19.1%)
2024
$262 (−92.3%)
2023
$3,382 (+5.5%)
2022
$3,204 (+2.5%)
2021
$3,126 (−34.0%)
2020
$4,740 (+1.4%)
$162,400 + $104,550
$266,950
2019
$4,674 (+1.9%)
$162,400 + $96,150
$258,550
2018
$4,588 (+5.3%)
2017
$4,355 (+12.5%)
$150,800 + $82,480
$233,280
2016
$3,870 (−1.1%)
$127,600 + $77,540
$205,140
2015
$3,911 (+8.9%)
$127,600 + $77,983
$205,583
2014
$3,593
Tax history for 263 W River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$312 (+19.1%)
2024
$262 (−92.3%)
2023
$3,382 (+5.5%)
2022
$3,204 (+2.5%)
2021
$3,126 (−34.0%)
2020
$4,740 (+1.4%)
$162,400 + $104,550
$266,950
2019
$4,674 (+1.9%)
$162,400 + $96,150
$258,550
2018
$4,588 (+5.3%)
2017
$4,355 (+12.5%)
$150,800 + $82,480
$233,280
2016
$3,870 (−1.1%)
$127,600 + $77,540
$205,140
2015
$3,911 (+8.9%)
$127,600 + $77,983
$205,583
2014
$3,593
*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
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
70,500
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
1,848
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Putnam County
APN
18-09-27-0700-0000-0450
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Waterfront
Last updated by owner on Nov 30, 2025.
RE
Residential Estate District
The purpose of the residential estate zoning district is to establish a larger lot residential use district to implement the residential use policies of the agriculture and rural residential land use classification shown on the Putnam County Future Land Use Map.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 1.5
Interior
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Room Information 2
Room Length: 12.5
First
Room Width: 13
Room Information 3
Room Length: 12
Room Width: 9.5
Room Information 4
Room Length: 10.5
Bedroom 2
Room Width: 8
Room Information 5
Room Length: 21
Living Room
Room Width: 13
Room Information 6
Room Length: 13
Kitchen
Room Width: 9
Room Information 7
Room Length: 30
Other
Room Width: 11
Exterior
Pool Features
Private YN: No
No
Pool Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock
Fencing: Fenced, Chain Link, Full, Vinyl
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Property Information
Waterfront Features: Navigable Water, River Front
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Boat House, Shed(s)
Current Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Other
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Waterfront
Financial
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Cooling
Heating: Central
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: One Time
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,848
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.62 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Putnam County
APN: 18-09-27-0700-0000-0450
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Waterfront
Home facts updated by owner on Nov 30, 2025
Around this home
Schools
James A. Long Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.7mi
6/10
Palatka High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$526,000 – $636,000
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