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260 PELTON Place, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2103265)

260 PELTON Place, St. Johns, FL 32259

$584,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,214 Status: Closed

Current Price: $584,000 List Date: 8/11/2025 Last Modified: 5/26/2026

Overview

Description

LOT 238 - Bright and thoughtfully designed, the Bridge floorplan offers 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and desirable upgrades for elevated everyday living. A private study replaces the flex room, ideal for working from home. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with an extended covered lanai and 12' sliding glass door. The kitchen includes an island and breakfast bar, flowing into the open family and dining areas. The deluxe owner's suite features a spa shower and spacious walk-in closet, filled with natural light. Located in WATERSONG, a gated 55+ neighborhood in RiverTown, this master-planned community offers scenic parks, lake views, and nature preserves along the St. Johns River. Resort-style amenities encourage fitness, socializing, and fun--whether it's food truck Fridays, wine nights, trivia, bunco, fitness classes, or nature walks. With miles of trails, a Paw Park, and endless activities, there's always something to enjoy in this vibrant, active adult community.

Listing Details MLS# 2103265

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 2
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 3
Living Area: 2214
Living Area Source: Plans
Year Built: 2025
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 211
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 2883
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: Yes
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-10-29
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Stories: Yes
Senior Community YN: Yes
Direction Faces: Northwest
Directions: From I-95, Exit 329 for CR 210 toward Green Cove Springs, West onto CR 210, continue straight onto Greenbriar Rd, turn left on Longleaf Pine Pkwy. Turn right on Keystone Corners Blvd. Turn left on Mistflower Drive. Turn left on Pelton Place, then left on Hedgerow Street - Sales Center parking will be immediately on your right.
Public Remarks: LOT 238 - Bright and thoughtfully designed, the Bridge floorplan offers 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and desirable upgrades for elevated everyday living. A private study replaces the flex room, ideal for working from home. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with an extended covered lanai and 12' sliding glass door. The kitchen includes an island and breakfast bar, flowing into the open family and dining areas. The deluxe owner's suite features a spa shower and spacious walk-in closet, filled with natural light. Located in WATERSONG, a gated 55+ neighborhood in RiverTown, this master-planned community offers scenic parks, lake views, and nature preserves along the St. Johns River. Resort-style amenities encourage fitness, socializing, and fun--whether it's food truck Fridays, wine nights, trivia, bunco, fitness classes, or nature walks. With miles of trails, a Paw Park, and endless activities, there's always something to enjoy in this vibrant, active adult community.
List Price/SqFt: 263.78
Sold Price/SqFt: 263.78

Property Features

Levels: One Property Condition: Under Construction Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Freezer; Gas Cooktop; Ice Maker; Microwave; Plumbed For Ice Maker; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater; Washer Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Open Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Smart Thermostat; Walk-In Closet(s) Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; Gas Dryer Hookup; Washer Hookup Utilities: Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Smart Home Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector; Programmable Thermostat; Smoke Detector Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Security Gate; Smoke Detector(s) Construction Materials: Frame Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage; Garage Door Opener Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front; Sprinklers In Rear; Wooded View: Protected Preserve; Trees/Woods Current Use: Residential Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Dog Park; Fitness Center; Gated; Jogging Path; Management - On Site; Park; Pickleball; Playground; Spa/Hot Tub; Tennis Court(s) Community Features: Gated; Restaurant; Sidewalks; Street Lights Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan; Other

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2025-08-11

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 260
Street Name: PELTON
Street Suffix: Place
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 302-Orangedale Area
Subdivision Name: Watersong At Rivertown

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-05-26T14:23:09Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-04-10T17:09:05Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-04-23
Close Date: 2026-05-22
Close Price: 584000

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

More Information

Listing Office: MATTAMY REAL ESTATE SERVICES

Last Updated: May - 26 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.