Elevated 1-Acre Oasis Just Minutes from the Beaches of St. Augustine Looking for space, privacy, and proximity to the beach? This 1-acre property, just 10 minutes from the beach, schools and shopping offers it all! The custom-built home is elevated 10.5 feet up off the ground and provides unparalleled peace of mind, breezes and nature views. The shaded ground level is perfect for parking, storage, outdoor lounging or added future living space. This home also has an elevator for accessibility including grocery trips, and use during inclement weather, etc. Discover the perfect blend of modern comfort and country tranquility in this immaculately maintained, move-in ready home. This partially wooded property offers the rare freedom of no Homeowners Association (HOA) fees. Inside the home, you will find a bright, open-concept floor plan (1,536 sq ft) featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The master bedroom is spacious, featuring a walk-in closet and French doors leading to the screened back porch. The master bathroom features a tiled, walk-in shower, and garden tub. The kitchen is a chef's delight, equipped with a gas range, tiled backsplash, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and soft-close cabinetry. The home has luxury vinyl plank flooring and tiled bathrooms. The home features 9 foot high ceilings and foam insulation on the sub-floor and attic ceiling for energy efficiency and a metal roof. The property also includes a 20’x 8’ shipping container, a 20’x 10’ Handi-house shed, and a 7’x 7’ Rubbermaid shed. The yard has plenty of space for gardening, a pool, and ample storage for RVs, boats and other toys. This lot features native landscaping, including fruiting trees and shrubs which provide natural beauty and privacy. This is a rare, high-and-dry opportunity. Don't wait for it to be gone! Home Includes: • Home 10.5 feet above ground • Elevator (750 lb capacity) • 9 Foot High Ceilings • Rinnai On-Demand Tankless Water Heater • Screened back porch (320 sq ft) • Outside shower • Large chef’s kitchen with island, quartz counter tops, Whirlpool stainless appliances and pantry • Hunter ceiling fans in living room and bedrooms • Pocket privacy door separating bedrooms from main living area • Utility sink in laundry room • Energy efficient windows with insulated top down/bottom up cellular shades • Energy efficient LED lighting in home and under home • Front porch (123 sq ft) with composite decking • Sun shade on front porch that can be easily changed • Homeowner Propane tank for range and water heater • Low flush toilets • Carbon block filter for filtered drinking water • Covered rear access stairs to screened back porch • Hardie fiber cement siding
Median sale price in this area is $573,416. (2% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
Full Baths: 2
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Finished Sq. Ft.: 1,536
Unfinished Sq. Ft.: —
Total Sq. Ft.: 1,536
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.03 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2019
Year Renovated: 2019
County: St. Johns County
APN: 1822800055
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 17, 2026
Sale and tax history for 5540 Datil Pepper Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
realMLS #2136650
Jun 12, 2026
Sold
$515,000
$335/sq ft
May 17, 2026
Pending
—
May 16, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 27, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 19, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 26, 2026
Listed
$540,000
$352/sq ft
+45
Elevated Coastal Living: 1-Acre Oasis with No HOA! Experience the ultimate Florida lifestyle in this custom-built, high-and-dry retreat just 10 minutes from St. Augustine's pristine beaches. Open Rural. Perched 10.5 feet above the ground, this modern home offers unparalleled peace of mind, sweeping nature views, and refreshing coastal breezes. Inside, the bright 3BR/2BA open-concept floor plan features 9-foot ceilings, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a chef's kitchen with quartz countertops and gas cooking. Accessibility is effortless thanks to a private elevator--perfect for groceries, luggage, or rainy days. Relax on your 320 sq. ft. screened back porch or enjoy the ''blank canvas'' ground level, ideal for boat storage, a workshop, or future living space. With a metal roof, foam insulation, and No hoa or cdd fees, this is sustainable country tranquility in a prime beachside location. The Highlights: Elevated Living: Built 10.5' up for views, breezes, and massive covered storage/parking below. Modern Comfort: Gourmet kitchen with soft-close cabinetry, quartz surfaces, and stainless Whirlpool appliances. Easy Access: Private elevator included! New Composite decking - front porch (2025) and Sunshades for front porch. The Land: The 1-acre lot features a crushed limestone driveway, native landscaping with fruiting trees, and an industrial-grade storage suite: a 20'x 8' shipping container, a 20'x 10' Handi-house, and a 7'x 7' Rubbermaid shed. Water Heating: Rinnai On-Demand Tankless system for endless hot water and energy conservation. Cooking/Gas: Homeowner-owned propane tank servicing the gas range and water heater. Water Quality: Carbon block filtration system for purified drinking water and low-flush toilets for water conservation. Storm Readiness: Seamless aluminum rain gutters with Bulldog SS screens and underground emitters to direct rainwater away from the foundation. Infrastructure: Fully underground utilities (electric, water, cable) to ensure aesthetic clarity. Efficiency: Low-cost ownership (Foam insulation + Metal roof + No HOA = low monthly overhead). Private Elevator and The "Secret" Space: 2,000+ sq. ft. of shaded, multi-purpose ground-level space."
Fizber.com #11564089
Feb 4, 2026
Listed
$585,000
$381/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 28, 2005
Sold
$90,000
$59/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 29, 2004
Sold
$79,900
$52/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,338 (+13.2%)
2024
$2,949 (+2.1%)
2023
$2,889 (+3.1%)
2022
$2,802 (+0.8%)
2021
$2,781 (−2.2%)
$66,950 + $165,842
$232,792
2020
$2,842 (+247.1%)
$66,950 + $168,067
$235,017
2019
$819 (+37.1%)
2018
$597 (+40.5%)
2016
$425 (−2.1%)
$28,840
2015
$434 (−4.8%)
$28,840
2014
$456
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.03 Acres
Year renovated
2019
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,536
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,536
Year built
2019
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Johns County
APN
1822800055
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 17, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 5540 Datil Pepper Rd
$564,544
$20K under list price of $585K
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