NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $458,468

7 Beds
9 Baths
4,624 Sq Ft
$99/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 15, 2025

Last sale price $399,000 $86 Per Sq Ft

Est. 15% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,196 / mo

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Victorian Architecture
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of August 2025

Nestled on 2 acres in the heart of San Mateo, Florida, Historic Victorian ''Painted Lady'' at 150 Central Avenue-formerly known as Fern Court Bed and Breakfast- offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of local history. Built in the early 20th century by Henry B. Bailey (a railroad magnate and citrus broker), this stately home helped shape the very foundation of San Mateo. Bailey's influence persuaded Henry Flagler to extend the Florida East Coast Railway through the area, marking Fern Court as both a residence and a legacy. The home was once a vibrant social hub and entertained many traveling into the area on the San Mateo Express. In 1905, it even welcomed Mrs. Theodore Roosevelt for a stay. Though time has weathered parts of the home, much of its historic character remains beautifully intact. With 4624 square feet including 7 Bedrooms, and 9 baths and a hidden room- it hosts a unique opportunity to breathe new life into the halls and to own a piece of Florida's Gilded Age.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amira Higginbotham

IHEART REALTY INC License #3602378 Listed on: 06/05/2025

IHEART REALTY INC

Co-Listed By

Christopher Fields

IHEART REALTY INC License #BK 3087305

Last Buyer's Agent

AMIRA HIGGINBOTHAM

WATSON REALTY CORP License #3602378

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,506

Year Built

  • Built in 1889

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Corner Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Few Trees
  • Zoning described as Agricultural

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,624 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • 4 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Views of Woods
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessibility Features
  • Accessible Approach with Ramp

Outdoor Features

  • Wrap Around Porch
  • Screened Patio

Farming

  • Agricultural

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 281027000003110000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,506

Year Built

Built in 1889

Lot Details

2 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1889
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.0
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Subdivision Name: Metes & Bounds
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • General Property Information Accessibility Features YN2: Yes
  • General Property Information Accessory Dwelling Unit YN: No
  • General Property Information:Pool Private YN: No
  • General Property Information Homestead YN: No
  • Fencing:Fencing: Wood
  • SourceMLSURL: https://sourcemls.org/api/v1/eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJTb3VyY2VTeXN0ZW1JRCI6Ik0wMDAwMDE0MSIsIkxpc3RpbmdJRCI6IjIwOTE2MDQiLCJTdGFuZGFyZFN0YXR1cyI6IkNsb3NlZCIsIk1vZGlmaWNhdGlvblRpbWVzdGFtcCI6IjIwMjYtMDUtMDdUMTU6MTE6NDcuMDAwWiIsIkxpY2Vuc2VlSUQiOiJvYXV0aDJfMjczNzciLCJMaWNlbnNlZU5hbWUiOiJUZW4tWCJ9.ew35B_bmvg_r58mf4vxrSbWUiS54PmQ_EmSJy4SdRP4/badge
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Other
  • Major Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 4
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Living Area: 4624.0

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Lot Features: Agricultural, Cleared, Corner Lot, Few Trees
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch, Wrap Around

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:Parking Features: Detached, Garage, RV Access/Parking

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Heating:Heating: Central

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Current Use: Residential
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 87120.0
  • Parcel #: 281027000003110000
  • Zoning Description: Agricultural

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7506.1
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 5, 2025
Closed on
Aug 13, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Amira Higginbotham
IHEART REALTY INC
Buyer's Agent
Amira Higginbotham
IHEART REALTY INC
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$399,000
Views
200
Current Estimated Value
$458,468

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$59,468
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.90%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 29, 2016
Closed on
Sep 2, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
CHRIS FIELDS
WATSON REALTY CORP
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Fields
WATSON REALTY CORP
List Price
$229,900
Sold Price
$219,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-4.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.93%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 25, 2014
Closed on
Oct 31, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Margaret Zahner
COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC
Buyer's Agent
LINDA NIPPER
COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$280,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-3.41%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-12.44%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$399,000 Guaranty Title
$219,000 Guaranty Title Co Of Palatka
$280,000 Guaranty Title Company
$405,000 Watson & Osborne Title Servi
$340,000 Gullett Title Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $300,000
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/15/2025 08/15/25 Sold $399,000 0.0% $86 / Sq Ft
06/05/2025 06/05/25 For Sale $399,000 +82.2% $86 / Sq Ft
12/17/2023 12/17/23 Off Market $219,000 -- --
12/17/2023 12/17/23 Off Market $280,000 -- --
09/06/2016 09/06/16 Sold $219,000 -4.7% $47 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/18/2016 08/18/16 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2016 07/29/16 For Sale $229,900 -17.9% $50 / Sq Ft
10/31/2014 10/31/14 Sold $280,000 -3.4% $61 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/17/2014 09/17/14 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2014 06/25/14 For Sale $289,900 -- $63 / Sq Ft
Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $8,128 $474,080 $36,000 $438,080
2024 $7,506 $498,390 $36,000 $462,390
2023 $6,944 $462,370 $24,000 $438,370
2022 $5,997 $386,270 $16,000 $370,270
2021 $5,378 $310,900 $0 $0
2020 $5,316 $303,160 $0 $0
2019 $4,921 $273,270 $259,080 $14,190
2018 $4,835 $263,320 $251,890 $11,430
2017 $4,643 $244,720 $233,290 $11,430
2016 $3,511 $224,560 $0 $0
2015 $3,517 $223,008 $0 $0
2014 $3,094 $196,751 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)

MLS Number: 2091604

realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)

APN: 28-10-27-0000-0311-0000

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