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536 ST CLAUDE Place, St. Johns, FL 32259 (MLS# 2113274)

536 ST CLAUDE Place, St. Johns, FL 32259

$580,000

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Beautiful 5 bed / 3.5 bath waterfront home!

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 2,698 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,405 Status: Closed

Current Price: $580,000 List Date: 10/14/2025 Last Modified: 1/30/2026

Overview

Description

Beautiful lake-to-preserve view home in the desirable 24 hr guard gated community of St Johns Forest! This spacious 5 bed, 3.5 bath home offers 2,698 sq ft of elegant living space featuring formal living and dining areas, a family room with gas fireplace, and a bonus room with half bath. The gourmet kitchen includes staggered wood cabinets, granite countertops, breakfast bar, stainless appliances, and under-cabinet lighting. The primary suite boasts a coffered ceiling, bay window, walk-in closet, and luxurious bath with garden tub, separate shower, and dual vanities. Enjoy wood floors, new carpet (2023), fresh paint, and an extended 3 car garage. Relax on the covered patio overlooking serene water views. New roof (2022) & AC (2023). St. Johns Forest offers resort-style living with a grand clubhouse, sparkling pool, 24-hour fitness center, and plenty of ways to stay active — including basketball, tennis, a roller hockey rink, playground, and multipurpose sports field with soccer goals

Supplements: HOA fees conveniently include Comcast high-speed internet and on-site professional management, with a full-time community manager available Monday through Friday. Ideal NW St Johns location near I-95, St Vincents & Baptist Health centers, retail shopping, multiple dining options, recreation and highly rated St Johns schools.

Listing Details MLS# 2113274

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: Yes
Bathrooms Total: 4
Living Area: 2698
Living Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 2005
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No
Homestead YN: No
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Lot Size Dimensions: 56x120x67x120
Association YN: Yes
Association Fee: 771
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Name: St Johns Forest POA
Association Phone: 904-824-3460
CDD Fee YN: Yes
CDD Fee Amount: 1165.26
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 3
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Waterfront YN: Yes
Furnished: Unfurnished
Stories: 2
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: North
Directions: From 1-95, Exit CR 210, West on 210 for appr 1/2 mile, Right on St. Johns Forest Entrance, thru guard gate, Right on St. Claude Pl, Home is on the right.
Public Remarks: Beautiful lake-to-preserve view home in the desirable 24 hr guard gated community of St Johns Forest! This spacious 5 bed, 3.5 bath home offers 2,698 sq ft of elegant living space featuring formal living and dining areas, a family room with gas fireplace, and a bonus room with half bath. The gourmet kitchen includes staggered wood cabinets, granite countertops, breakfast bar, stainless appliances, and under-cabinet lighting. The primary suite boasts a coffered ceiling, bay window, walk-in closet, and luxurious bath with garden tub, separate shower, and dual vanities. Enjoy wood floors, new carpet (2023), fresh paint, and an extended 3 car garage. Relax on the covered patio overlooking serene water views. New roof (2022) & AC (2023). St. Johns Forest offers resort-style living with a grand clubhouse, sparkling pool, 24-hour fitness center, and plenty of ways to stay active — including basketball, tennis, a roller hockey rink, playground, and multipurpose sports field with soccer goals
List Price/SqFt: 224.98
Sold Price/SqFt: 214.97

Property Features

Architectural Style: Traditional Levels: One and One Half Rental Restrictions: 1 Year Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Microwave; Refrigerator Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Bar; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Primary Downstairs; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s) Flooring: Carpet; Tile; Wood Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup; In Unit; Lower Level; Sink; Washer Hookup Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Natural Gas Available; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Electric Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Security Features: Gated with Guard Construction Materials: Frame; Stone Veneer; Stucco Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Patio Roof: Shingle Parking Features: Attached; Garage View: Pond; Protected Preserve Waterfront Features: Pond Fencing: Back Yard; Wrought Iron Current Use: Residential; Single Family Association Amenities: Basketball Court; Cable TV; Children's Pool; Clubhouse; Community Pool; Fitness Center; Gated; Management - Full Time; Management - On Site; Playground; Tennis Court(s) Association Fee Includes: Cable TV Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan Contingency Reason: Financing; Inspection Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bonus Room; Dining Room; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Other Room

Contract Information

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2025-10-14

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number: 536
Street Name: ST CLAUDE
Street Suffix: Place
County: St. Johns
State: FL
Postal Code: 32259
MLS Area Major: 301-Julington Creek/Switzerland
Subdivision Name: St Johns Forest

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-01-30T19:28:22Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2025-12-15T20:27:20Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-12-30
Close Date: 2026-01-30
Close Price: 580000

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total: Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible: No

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 3 Level: Main
Bedroom 4 Level: Main
Bonus Room Level: Upper
Dining Room Level: Main
Living Room Level: Main
Primary Bedroom Level: Main

Room Information

Room Name	Level	Length	Width	Remarks
Living Room	Main	13.81	12.89
Dining Room	Main	13.81	12.36
Primary Bedroom	Main	14.05	19.40
Bedroom 2	Main	12.50	11.50
Bedroom 3	Main	14.46	11.19
Bedroom 4	Main	10.50	11.00
Bonus Room	Upper	14.00	11.00
Other		5.53	13.62	Bonus closet space

Documents

St Claude - floorplan ›

St Claude - Features ›

St Claude CDD ›

St Claude HOA ›

St Claude Flood ›

St Claude Property Disclosure ›

St Claude - Closing / Title info ›

Listing Office: KELLER WILLIAMS ST JOHNS

Last Updated: January - 30 - 2026

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.