St Johns County, Florida

It's consistently one of Florida's most desirable counties, anchored by the beaches of Ponte Vedra, the history of St Augustine, and a strong school reputation. The area balances coastal recreation with growing residential communities in St Johns, giving buyers everything from walkable historic districts to brand-new subdivisions.

The median list price is $425,000 and homes average about $309 per square foot, which sits above many Florida markets but below the priciest coastal enclaves. Prices range widely, from $137,900 up to $6.99 million, so there's room for both first-time buyers and luxury shoppers — you can browse by price to find your range.

The median list price is $425,000 for a typical home around 1,716 square feet, while sold homes over the past year had a median of $394,000. Most inventory is single-family homes — 138 of them active — with condos and townhomes filling out the rest.

It's steady and active, with 219 homes listed and a median 35 days on market. Sellers are getting about 97% of asking on average across 968 sales in the last year, so pricing is realistic but competitive — checking just reduced listings can turn up opportunities.

The median HOA runs about $144 per month, though it varies widely depending on whether a community offers gated access, golf or amenities. Median property tax comes in around $4,530 per year, and median rent sits at $2,975 per month for those weighing renting versus buying.