Welcome to Isle of Palencia! Beautiful marsh-front home features a perfect open floor plan with 4 bedrms, flex space, formal dining rm, and breakfast nook. The kitchen with an island breakfast bar, granite countertops, white shaker cabinetry, SS appliances, convection microwave tower and gas cooktop. Ample storage and walk-in closets in every bedroom. The sun-filled living room showcases designer details such as 8' doors, tray ceilings, crown molding, wood plank tile floors, and plantation shutters throughout. Additional highlights include a walk-in laundry room, mudroom, and a covered lanai with breathtaking pond views. Step outside to the lanai that boasts a newly installed Pergola X with fully retractable Fenetex screen sides and roof, enclosing the extended outdoor living space. Situated on a spacious corner lot, fully fenced with room for a pool, this home is the ultimate retreat. The carefully redesigned landscaping, featuring low-maintenance native plants, adds a beautifully finished look. Showcase your green thumb with a raised bed conveniently located outside the pergola. A coastal exterior, paver driveway, and low maintenance complete the picture. The property's CDD bond has been paid off, resulting in substantial annual savings. Behind the gates of Palencia, enjoy access to world-class amenities including a championship golf course, gym, pools, tennis and pickleball courts, athletic fields, and a 30-acre park system with trails. Take in the breathtaking views from the Tolamato boardwalk along the Intracoastal. Don't miss this rare opportunity to call this magnificent home your own!
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #210307
Feb 19, 2021
Sold
$565,000
$223/sq ft
Jan 20, 2021
Pending
—
Jan 17, 2021
Listed
$575,000
$227/sq ft
+33
Tucked away on a stunning marsh-front street in Isle of Palencia this nearly new lakefront home offers an ideal open floor plan with endless upgrades throughout. Built by Emerald homes not an inch of space was wasted in this well thought out floor plan. Complete with 4 full bedrooms & a study you'll find ample storage space throughout & walk-in closets in every bedroom. The stunning kitchen boasts an island breakfast bar, granite countertops, white shaker cabinetry, Electrolux stainless
appliances complete with a convection microwave & oven tower & a gas cooktop with drawer bank beneath. An eat-in dining nook overlooks the lake & sliding doors open off of the living & dining spaces to a covered lanai. Enjoy a separate formal dining room & a spacious open living room filled with natural light. You'll find designer details like 8' doors, tray ceilings, crown molding, smooth walls, wood plank tile floors & plantation shutters throughout. There's a walk-in laundry room with upper cabinetry, utility sink & hanging space plus a separate mudroom & a cabana bath. Situated on a spacious lakefront, corner lot there's plenty of room for a pool & the yard is fully fenced & ready for pets. Outside finds a coastal exterior complete with a paver driveway, low maintenance Hardie siding w/ board and batten & metal roof accents. The 3 car garage provides additional space for any of your storage needs. What makes this home even more rare is that the Cdd bond for this specific property has already been paid off adding up to substantial savings each year. Located behind the gates of Palencia you're surrounded by shops and restaurants with the added conveniences of a grocery store, a Starbucks, a post office, dry cleaners & schools within the community. The Palencia Club is available for membership offering social, dining, and golf experiences including the championship Arthur Hills golf course.
realMLS #1090712
Feb 19, 2021
Sold
$565,000
$223/sq ft
Jan 20, 2021
Pending
—
Jan 17, 2021
Listed
$575,000
$227/sq ft
+33
Tucked away on a stunning marsh-front street in Isle of Palencia this nearly new lakefront home offers an ideal open floor plan with endless upgrades throughout. Built by Emerald homes not an inch of space was wasted in this well thought out floor plan. Complete with 4 full bedrooms & a study you'll find ample storage space throughout & walk-in closets in every bedroom. The stunning kitchen boasts an island breakfast bar, granite countertops, white shaker cabinetry, Electrolux stainless appliances complete with a convection microwave & oven tower & a gas cooktop with drawer bank beneath. An eat-in dining nook overlooks the lake & sliding doors open off of the living & dining spaces to a covered lanai. Enjoy a separate formal dining room & a spacious open living room filled with natural light. You'll find designer details like 8' doors, tray ceilings, crown molding, smooth walls, wood plank tile floors & plantation shutters throughout. There's a walk-in laundry room with upper cabinetry, utility sink & hanging space plus a separate mudroom & a cabana bath. Situated on a spacious lakefront, corner lot there's plenty of room for a pool & the yard is fully fenced & ready for pets. Outside finds a coastal exterior complete with a paver driveway, low maintenance Hardie siding w/ board and batten & metal roof accents. The 3 car garage provides additional space for any of your storage needs. What makes this home even more rare is that the Cdd bond for this specific property has already been paid off adding up to substantial savings each year. Located behind the gates of Palencia you're surrounded by shops and restaurants with the added conveniences of a grocery store, a Starbucks, a post office, dry cleaners & schools within the community. Offering world-class amenities & a championship Arthur Hills designed golf course. Residents enjoy a fitness center with on-site childcare, 3 community pools, lighted clay tennis courts, pickleball & basketball courts, baseball & soccer fields. A 30- acre park system with fitness trails winds throughout the community & the beautiful Tolamato boardwalk leads you out to the Intracoastal. This home is one you won't want to miss!
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #1
Jul 17, 2019
Price Changed
$449,500
$177/sq ft
Jun 24, 2019
Price Changed
$461,500
$182/sq ft
realMLS #988039
Aug 5, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jul 15, 2019
Price Changed
$449,500
$177/sq ft
Jun 12, 2019
Price Changed
$461,500
$182/sq ft
Apr 4, 2019
Listed
$465,000
$183/sq ft
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #163928
Jun 22, 2017
Sold
$435,435
$172/sq ft
Feb 28, 2017
Delisted
—
Jun 18, 2016
Listed
$447,990
$177/sq ft
realMLS #833718
Jun 22, 2017
Sold
$435,435
$172/sq ft
Mar 8, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 20, 2017
Price Changed
$447,990
$177/sq ft
Jun 18, 2016
Listed
$459,990
$181/sq ft
Jun 18, 2016
Price Changed
$449,990
$177/sq ft
Jun 18, 2016
Price Changed
$454,990
$179/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,008 (+9.2%)
2024
$6,415 (−40.6%)
2023
$10,802 (+1.7%)
2022
$10,618 (+13.6%)
$145,600 + $443,917
$589,517
2021
$9,348 (+10.4%)
2020
$8,467 (−1.0%)
$100,000 + $301,644
$401,644
2019
$8,549 (+12.5%)
$100,000 + $301,687
$401,687
2018
$7,601 (+36.1%)
$100,000 + $301,687
$401,687
2016
$5,585
$123,000
Tax history for 234 Rio Del Norte Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,008 (+9.2%)
2024
$6,415 (−40.6%)
2023
$10,802 (+1.7%)
2022
$10,618 (+13.6%)
$145,600 + $443,917
$589,517
2021
$9,348 (+10.4%)
2020
$8,467 (−1.0%)
$100,000 + $301,644
$401,644
2019
$8,549 (+12.5%)
$100,000 + $301,687
$401,687
2018
$7,601 (+36.1%)
$100,000 + $301,687
$401,687
2016
$5,585
$123,000
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.39 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Sq. Ft.
2,536
Year built
2016
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Johns County
APN
0721430430
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
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