
162 S US HIGHWAY 17, EAST PALATKA, FL, 32131
Active354 days on marketListed Oct 24, 2025MLS #FC313645
About this home
162 S US HIGHWAY 17
MOTIVATED SELLER – CASH OFFERS WITH A QUICK CLOSE ENCOURAGED! Prime commercial development opportunity along highly visible US Highway 17 in East Palatka. This approximately 0.50-acre C-2 zoned parcel is strategically positioned at the entrance to Eastgate Square, offering outstanding exposure and access in an established commercial corridor. The property benefits from the traffic and draw of neighboring businesses, with Hitchcock’s Supermarket anchoring Eastgate Square and McDonald’s directly across US-17. Taco Bell, Popeyes, Family Dollar and other national and local businesses are also nearby, creating a strong commercial environment for a new business or investment. C-2 zoning provides flexibility for a variety of potential commercial uses, including retail, professional office, service-oriented businesses, café or other commercial concepts, subject to applicable development and permitting requirements. An existing easement agreement with Eastgate Square provides for ingress and egress as well as access related to the water well, sewer, retention/drainage and certain shared improvements, with applicable prorated maintenance obligations. See easement agreement for complete terms. With approximately 166 feet by 122 feet, prominent positioning along the US-17 corridor, established surrounding businesses and excellent visibility, this property offers an opportunity to secure a well-located commercial site in East Palatka. Seller is motivated and especially interested in cash offers that can accommodate a quick closing. Bring an offer!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
0.49 ac
Lot size
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$1,978 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
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Estimated payment
$1,978/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Where it sits
Inside East Palatka
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EAST PALATKA 32131 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
4,596
Median age
45.6
Median income
$66,580
Median home value
$222,300
Avg household
2.31
Households w/ children
425
For the school run
Putnam County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The East Palatka market
$530K → $315K
East Palatka median sold, yr/yr
92.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, East Palatka, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 29% below the EAST PALATKA 32131 median. See the full East Palatka market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 162 S US HIGHWAY 17
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$200,000
103 BEECH STREET
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,265 sqft · $158/sqft · 49 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Shawn Lewis
Realtor · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 162 S US HIGHWAY 17 — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Straight answers
162 S US HIGHWAY 17 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 162 S US HIGHWAY 17?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,978/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 162 S US HIGHWAY 17?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $2,081. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in East Palatka?+
At $259,900, this home is listed about 51% below the East Palatka median of $534,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 162 S US HIGHWAY 17?+
Browning-Pearce Elementary School (elementary), Palatka Junior - Senior High School (high) — Putnam County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
Listing courtesy of GREAT EXPECTATIONS REALTY · Jena Dennis. MLS #FC313645.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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