488 Bell Branch Ln Saint Johns, FL 32259
Estimated payment $3,534/month
Total Views
430
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,524
Sq Ft
$214
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Golf Course Community
- Clubhouse
- Julington Creek Elementary School Rated A
- Open Floorplan
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
Welcome to this beautifully maintained home in the highly sought-after Julington Creek Plantation, one of St. Johns County's premier master-planned communities. Offering a flexible layout, the home includes a formal living or flex space along with a dedicated dining room, ideal for entertaining. The open-concept design connects the kitchen and family room, which features a cozy fireplace and a bright breakfast nook. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, a large center island, and wood flooring that extends throughout the first floor. The spacious primary suite showcases a tray ceiling, a spa-like en-suite bathroom with dual vanities, a garden tub, and a large walk-in closet. With a split floor plan, the home offers four bedrooms and three full baths, including a private upstairs retreat where the fourth bedroom doubles as a bonus room with its own full bath, making it perfect for guests or a home office. A large screened patio overlooks the fenced backyard and preserve, providing a serene outdoor living space. Updates include a newer HVAC system (2020).
Julington Creek Plantation is renowned for its resort-style amenities, including multiple pools, tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, a fitness center, clubhouse, golf course, playgrounds, and miles of walking and jogging trails. The community is designed for active living and offers something for everyone. Families are drawn to the area not only for its amenities but also for its location within the top-rated St. Johns County School District, consistently ranked among the best in Florida for academic performance, college preparation, and teacher quality. With its blend of elegance, functionality, and community lifestyle, this home presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Northeast Florida's most desirable neighborhoods.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,929
Year Built
- Built in 2000
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
HOA Fees
- $38 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Interior Spaces
- 2,524 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Screened Porch
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
Additional Features
- Patio
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 2493400750
Community Details
Overview
- Julington Creek Plan Subdivision
Amenities
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Golf Course Community
- Tennis Courts
- Community Basketball Court
- Community Playground
- Community Spa
- Children's Pool
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $6,463 | $468,874 | $110,000 | $358,874 |
| 2024 | $6,463 | $435,712 | $98,000 | $337,712 |
| 2023 | $6,463 | $448,019 | $98,000 | $350,019 |
| 2022 | $6,190 | $438,438 | $95,200 | $343,238 |
| 2021 | $5,154 | $309,338 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $4,749 | $278,900 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $4,797 | $269,454 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $4,585 | $254,709 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $4,542 | $248,902 | $40,000 | $208,902 |
| 2016 | $4,638 | $248,402 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $4,623 | $241,169 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $231,672 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2025 09/04/25 | For Sale | $539,900 | 0.0% | $214 / Sq Ft |
| 12/17/2023 12/17/23 | Off Market | $2,395 | -- | -- |
| 12/17/2023 12/17/23 | Off Market | $2,100 | -- | -- |
| 12/17/2023 12/17/23 | Off Market | $2,095 | -- | -- |
| 12/17/2023 12/17/23 | Off Market | $265,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/24/2020 06/24/20 | For Rent | $2,395 | 0.0% | -- |
| 06/23/2020 06/23/20 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/23/2020 06/23/20 | Rented | $2,395 | +14.0% | -- |
| 03/30/2016 03/30/16 | Rented | $2,100 | 0.0% | -- |
| 03/15/2016 03/15/16 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/14/2016 03/14/16 | For Rent | $2,100 | +0.2% | -- |
| 07/30/2013 07/30/13 | Rented | $2,095 | 0.0% | -- |
| 07/26/2013 07/26/13 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/26/2013 07/26/13 | For Rent | $2,095 | 0.0% | -- |
| 05/29/2013 05/29/13 | Sold | $265,000 | -2.6% | $105 / Sq Ft |
| 04/18/2013 04/18/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2013 04/03/13 | For Sale | $272,000 | -- | $108 / Sq Ft |
Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $505,200 | None Listed On Document | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $100 | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Os National Llc | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $265,000 | Title America | |
| Warranty Deed | $225,000 | Land Title America | |
| Corporate Deed | $202,400 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $428,721,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $438,204,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $264,314 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $213,750 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in Saint Johns, FL
Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
MLS Number: 2107264
APN: 249340-0750
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