Seller's Agent in 2025
CAROLINE KAPKE
REALTY ONE GROUP ELEVATE
(910) 890-7045
37 Total Sales
509 Battersea Dr Saint Augustine, FL 32095
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,001
Sq Ft
0.26
Acres
Highlights
- Contemporary Architecture
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Tennis Courts
- Palencia Elementary School Rated A
- Community Pool
- Covered Patio or Porch
About This Home
As of November 2025Next to a golf course community, steps from the pool, playground, pickleball and tennis courts, this no-CDD, highly sought-after Kensington community wants you! An immaculate Kensington home features 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, walking distance to top-rated St. Johns County Schools. You'll find 10-foot ceilings throughout, and a dramatic cathedral ceiling in the living room, offering wood-look tile and beautiful architectural details. Every bedroom includes a custom California closet. The kitchen features granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a massive walk-in pantry. There's a formal dining room with wainscoting that adds charm and character, a built-in office nook, and a spacious upstairs bonus room with a half bath, easily serving as an office. The roof was replaced in 2021. The HVAC and water heater were new in 2024. No CDD fees; you're in a neighborhood with top-rated St. Johns County schools - this one checks all the boxes. Do you want to enroll your kids in top-rated schools? Do you want to play pickleball, golf, or tennis? This is the community for you. An oversized 3-car garage, a six-zone irrigation system on a deep well, and recent upgrades like a new roof (2021) and brand-new HVAC and water heater (2024) make this home as functional as it is beautiful. Inside, you'll find wood-look tile, custom California Closets in every bedroom, and thoughtful touches throughout - from the spacious upstairs bonus room to the built-in office nook and massive walk-in pantry. Located in the highly sought-after, no-CDD community of Kensington, you're just steps from the neighborhood pool, playground, tennis courts, pickleball, basketball court, and clubhouse. Zoned for A-rated Palencia Elementary, Pacetti Bay Middle, and Nease High School, and just minutes from Publix, boutiques, restaurants, and coffee shops - plus a quick drive to downtown St. Augustine and Vilano Beach. Top-rated schools, a laid-back community, and convenience at every turn - this location delivers.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
REALTY ONE GROUP ELEVATE License #3481702 Listed on: 07/24/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,126
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 0.26 Acre Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
HOA Fees
- $75 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3,001 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Gas Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Palencia Elementary School
- Pacetti Bay Middle School
- Allen D. Nease High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0717621660
Community Details
Overview
- Kensington Subdivision
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Basketball Court
- Community Playground
- Community Pool
- Jogging Path
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 24, 2025
Closed on
Nov 10, 2025
Sold by
Osmond Christopher and Osmond Leslie
Bought by
Ni Fa Keng and Sun Meng Xia
Seller's Agent
CAROLINE KAPKE
REALTY ONE GROUP ELEVATE
Buyer's Agent
Shuyao Yang
HUSKY REALTY INC
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$655,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,900
-6.42%
Views
64
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.02%
Original Mortgage
$425,600
Outstanding Balance
$425,600
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$229,380
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 29, 2022
Closed on
Aug 1, 2022
Sold by
Thomas Ruffes Adam and Thomas Eleanor
Bought by
Osmond Christine and Osmond Leslie
Seller's Agent
ELEANOR RUFFES
eXp REALTY LLC
Buyer's Agent
CAROLINE KAPKE
FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC
List Price
$668,847
Sold Price
$668,847
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.64%
Original Mortgage
$635,405
Interest Rate
5.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 31, 2016
Closed on
Mar 10, 2017
Sold by
Gosselin John and Gosselin Sheri
Bought by
Ruffes Adam Thomas and Ruffes Eleanor
Seller's Agent
JUDITH LASSITER
WATSON REALTY CORP
Buyer's Agent
ELEANOR RUFFES
FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC
List Price
$374,000
Sold Price
$335,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$38,100
-10.19%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.60%
Original Mortgage
$268,720
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 2009
Sold by
Countrywide Home Loans Inc
Bought by
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and Franklin Bank Ssb
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$234,000
Interest Rate
5.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 16, 2009
Sold by
Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
Bought by
Gosselin John and Gosselin Sheri
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$234,000
Interest Rate
5.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 8, 2008
Sold by
Lappe Glenn R and Lappe Melissa G
Bought by
Countrywide Home Loans Inc and Franklin Bank Ssb
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 2006
Sold by
Lennar Homes Inc
Bought by
Lappe Glenn R and Lappe Melissa G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$389,750
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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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 | $655,000 | Associated Attorney Title & Cl | |
| Warranty Deed | $668,847 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $335,900 | Watson Title Services Of Nor | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $260,000 | Buyers Title Inc | |
| Corporate Deed | $260,000 | Buyers Title Inc | |
| Trustee Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Corporate Deed | $487,300 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $425,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $635,405 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $268,720 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $234,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $389,750 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 11/10/25 | Sold | $655,000 | -4.4% | $218 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/23/2025 09/23/25 | Price Changed | $685,000 | -2.1% | $228 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/24/2025 07/24/25 | For Sale | $699,900 | +108.4% | $233 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/17/2023 12/17/23 | Off Market | $335,900 | -- | -- | |
| 12/17/2023 12/17/23 | Off Market | $668,847 | -- | -- | |
| 08/01/2022 08/01/22 | Sold | $668,847 | 0.0% | $223 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/26/2022 07/26/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/29/2022 06/29/22 | For Sale | $668,847 | +99.1% | $223 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/10/2017 03/10/17 | Sold | $335,900 | -10.2% | $112 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/10/2017 03/10/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/31/2016 05/31/16 | For Sale | $374,000 | -- | $125 / Sq Ft |
Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $6,061 | $516,763 | $120,000 | $396,763 |
| 2024 | $6,061 | $507,648 | $115,000 | $392,648 |
| 2023 | $6,061 | $496,832 | $115,000 | $381,832 |
| 2022 | $3,622 | $303,883 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,600 | $295,032 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,587 | $290,959 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $3,655 | $284,417 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,615 | $279,114 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $2,229 | $178,030 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $2,227 | $179,599 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $2,260 | $178,351 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $2,266 | $176,935 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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CAROLINE KAPKE
-
Shuyao Yang
S
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Shuyao Yang
HUSKY REALTY INC
(308) 999-9463
11 Total Sales
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E
Seller's Agent in 2022
ELEANOR RUFFES
eXp REALTY LLC
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J
Seller's Agent in 2017
JUDITH LASSITER
WATSON REALTY CORP
Map
Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
MLS Number: 2100239
APN: 071762-1660
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