Waterfront home on one of the best canals with easy access to the intracoastal waterway or walk to the beach with community deeded beach access. Peaceful and casual living in this 2bedroom, 2 bath open split floorplan with cathedral ceilings and optional 3rd bedroom/office or den. Relax in front of the cozy fireplace or on the outdoor open deck which lends itself to entertaining around the pool, hot tub, firepit and covered dock plus floating dock for fishing and boating.
With a little TLC this will be your piece of paradise. Upgrades include newer metal roof, gas stove, heat on demand tankless water heater, water softener, pool and spa with stereo system and multi colored pool lights. Lush landscaping includes abundant banana and fruit trees. Enjoy this laid back waterfront property close to shops, restaurants and the historical downtown area.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
$494Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Janet Masters• Coldwell Banker Premier Properties (Matanzas)
Bought with Michael Krzeszewski• Buyers Source Realty, LLC
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #1
Apr 27, 2020
Price Changed
$529,000
$452/sq ft
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #190492
Feb 25, 2020
Pending
—
Feb 25, 2020
Sold
$328,500
$281/sq ft
Feb 3, 2020
Contingent
—
Dec 27, 2019
Price Changed
$365,000
$312/sq ft
Nov 1, 2019
Price Changed
$375,000
$321/sq ft
Oct 4, 2019
Listed
$385,000
$329/sq ft
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #138314
May 9, 2013
Sold
$299,925
$256/sq ft
Aug 14, 2012
Listed
$319,900
$273/sq ft
+19
Great canal front home with open deck over waterway and floating dock for the toys. .. Large covered patio across the back of home with Tiki Bar. Garage is a 2 door drive thru plus there is a 24x12 insulated out building with electric, phone and internet. There is also a separate shed. The home is a split plan, 3 bedroom 2 bath. Perfect property to experience the Florida Lifestyle. BEACH ACCESS ACROSS A1A Easy Show!
realMLS #532959
Aug 31, 2011
Listing Removed
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Apr 28, 2010
Listed
$392,500
$335/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 9, 2002
Sold
$185,000
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 15, 1997
Sold
$36,900
$32/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 1988
Sold
$26,000
$22/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,074 (+13.4%)
2024
$6,240 (+6.7%)
2023
$5,847 (+8.6%)
2022
$5,384 (+14.6%)
2021
$4,698 (−0.8%)
$135,000 + $153,120
$288,120
2020
$4,734 (+38.2%)
$125,000 + $162,457
$287,457
2019
$3,427 (+1.0%)
2018
$3,393 (+0.3%)
2016
$3,383 (−1.2%)
2015
$3,423 (−1.4%)
2014
$3,472
Tax history for 242 Ventura Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,074 (+13.4%)
2024
$6,240 (+6.7%)
2023
$5,847 (+8.6%)
2022
$5,384 (+14.6%)
2021
$4,698 (−0.8%)
$135,000 + $153,120
$288,120
2020
$4,734 (+38.2%)
$125,000 + $162,457
$287,457
2019
$3,427 (+1.0%)
2018
$3,393 (+0.3%)
2016
$3,383 (−1.2%)
2015
$3,423 (−1.4%)
2014
$3,472
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,712 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
1,170
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Johns County
APN
1829020630
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Nov 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
1 Car Garage, Guest Space
Interior
Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom Width: 14
Master Bedroom Length: 12
2nd Bedroom Width: 11
2nd Bedroom Length: 10
Bathroom Information
# of Baths: 2
Master Bath: Tub/Shower Combo
Interior Features
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Room Information
Den/Office Length: 9
Den/Office Width: 11
Dining Room Length: 13
Dining Room Width: 14
Kitchen Length: 8
Kitchen Width: 12
Living Room Length: 13
Utility Room Length: 8
Utility Room Width: 8
Exterior
Building Information
Construction: Frame, Stucco
Exterior Features
Bulkhead, Community Dock, Fireplace, Pool In-Ground, Pool Heated, Irrigation System/Well
Property information provided by St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® when last listed in 2019. This data may not match public records. Learn more.