Seller's Agent in 2025
Noah Bailey
Keller Williams Realty Atlantic Partners St Augustine
(904) 540-2902
22 in this area
896 Total Sales
177 Surfside Ave Saint Augustine, FL 32084
Vilano Beach Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,603
Sq Ft
50,094
Sq Ft
Highlights
- Property fronts an intracoastal waterway
- 1.15 Acre Lot
- 1-Story Property
- Ketterlinus Elementary School Rated A
About This Home
As of September 2025Historic Waterfront Retreat with Development Potential. Welcome to 177 Surfside Ave, a historic beach cottage on multiple waterfront lots along a tidal creek connecting to the Intracoastal Waterway. Once home to Pulitzer Prize-winning author Sinclair Lewis, this early 1900s retreat features a coquina fireplace and a separate 1/1 guest house, currently a vacation rental. Zoned CHT (Commercial Highway Tourist), the property offers versatile development potential, allowing for residential, vacation rentals, boutique lodging, or mixed-use projects (pending approval). Build additional homes or expand upon this unique slice of Old Florida charm. Just steps from the beach and Vilano Beach Town Center, this property blends privacy, accessibility, and investment opportunity in one of St. Augustine's most desirable locations. Listing agent must be present for all showings. No lockbox. Buyer needs to confirm zoning & historical status if intend any other us Conveniently located, this property is SOLD COMP ONLY
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Realty Atlantic Partners St Augustine Listed on: 03/10/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,064
Year Built
- Built in 1916
Lot Details
- 1.15 Acre Lot
- Property fronts an intracoastal waterway
- Property is zoned CHT
Interior Spaces
- 1,603 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 146820-0000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 10, 2025
Closed on
Sep 19, 2025
Sold by
Jones Randall E and Jones Terilyn Dawn
Bought by
Yamber Courtney
Seller's Agent
Noah Bailey
Keller Williams Realty Atlantic Partners St Augustine
Buyer's Agent
Carole Bayer
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty (PV)
List Price
$1,379,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$179,000
-12.98%
Views
29
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$34,959
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.96%
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,196,778
Interest Rate
6.58%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$31,737
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 11, 2013
Closed on
Jul 18, 2013
Sold by
Schindler Yvette V
Bought by
Jones Randall E and Jones Terilyn Dawn
Seller's Agent
PAULINE CAKE
DAVIDSON REALTY, INC.
Buyer's Agent
PAULINE CAKE
DAVIDSON REALTY, INC.
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$180,000
-40%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.03%
Original Mortgage
$249,850
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 2005
Sold by
Schindler Howard W
Bought by
Schindler Yvette V
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,200,000 | Ponte Vedra Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $270,000 | Island Title Of St Augustine | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $249,850 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2025 09/19/25 | Sold | $1,200,000 | -13.0% | $749 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/29/2025 06/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/10/2025 03/10/25 | For Sale | $1,379,000 | +410.7% | $860 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/17/2023 12/17/23 | Off Market | $270,000 | -- | -- | |
| 07/18/2013 07/18/13 | Sold | $270,000 | -40.0% | $210 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/05/2013 04/05/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/11/2013 03/11/13 | For Sale | $450,000 | -- | $350 / Sq Ft |
Source: St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS®
Tax History
| 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 | $3,469 | $299,437 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $3,469 | $326,050 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $3,469 | $314,645 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $3,292 | $296,479 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,851 | $236,615 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $2,840 | $233,348 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $2,889 | $228,102 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $2,854 | $223,849 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,842 | $219,245 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,841 | $221,178 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Noah Bailey
-
Carole Bayer
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Carole Bayer
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty (PV)
(904) 860-5000
1 in this area
67 Total Sales
-
P
Seller's Agent in 2013
PAULINE CAKE
DAVIDSON REALTY, INC.
-
W
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2013
WALLACE CAKE
DAVIDSON REALTY, INC.
Map
Source: St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 256867
APN: 146820-0000
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