553 S Bridge Creek Dr Saint Johns, FL 32259
4
Beds
4
Baths
3,376
Sq Ft
0.73
Acres
Highlights
- Screened Pool
- Views of Preserve
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Hickory Creek Elementary School Rated A
- Wooded Lot
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
As of July 2025Back up accepted. Solar panels on grid (2022) & a five-year-old roof add energy efficiency. Nestled on a cul-de-sac w/no CDD fees, stunning brick home inhabits luxury & elegance at every turn. A circle driveway leads to a 3-car garage, while manicured landscaping & spacious backyard back (20 ft beyond fence) to protected preserve. Enjoy the heated, screened pool & spa, large patio, & screened gazebo. Inside, crown molding, vaulted ceilings, plantation shutters, & arched entryways create timeless elegance while a central vac system adds convenience. The foyer opens to a sitting room & formal dining room w/accent walls & arched window. A private office w/French doors can serve as a 5th bedroom. The open-concept family room & breakfast nook share views of the gas fireplace & large windows overlooking the preserve and pool. The kitchen is complete with a drop-in electric stove, built-in oven & microwave, stone backsplash and solid surface counte The primary ensuite downstairs features a reading nook, private patio access, dual closets, separate vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms downstairs share a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. Upstairs, a massive bedroom with a full bath offers flexibility as a guest suite, game room, or theater. Plantation shutters are also a plus!!! Schedule your tour today and experience all that this beautiful Bartram Plantation home has to offer!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY License #0650331 Listed on: 04/03/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,567
Year Built
- Built in 2004
Lot Details
- 0.73 Acre Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Back Yard Fenced
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Wooded Lot
HOA Fees
- $100 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Circular Driveway
Property Views
- Views of Preserve
- Views of Trees
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,376 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Double Sided Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Screened Porch
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Dual Closets
- Walk-In Closet
- Jack-and-Jill Bathroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall
Pool
- Screened Pool
- Spa
- Saltwater Pool
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Hickory Creek Elementary School
- Switzerland Point Middle School
- Bartram Trail High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Hot Water Heating System
- Electric Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0011711430
Community Details
Overview
- Bartram Plantation Subdivision
Recreation
- Community Playground
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 3, 2025
Closed on
Jul 23, 2025
Sold by
Johnson Jayme and Balogh Jeffrey J
Bought by
Howell Living Trust and Howell
Seller's Agent
DENA CALIVAS P.A
COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Margaret wonsick
MURPHY REALTY
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$940,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$35,000
-3.59%
Views
101
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.53%
Original Mortgage
$752,000
Outstanding Balance
$751,270
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$196,953
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 27, 2023
Closed on
Aug 24, 2023
Sold by
Hahn Robert Dean and Salama Alnoman
Bought by
Johnson Jayme and Balogh Jeffrey J
Seller's Agent
KATHLEEN HAHN
PREMIER HOMES REALTY INC
Buyer's Agent
DENA CALIVAS P.A
COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY
List Price
$1,150,000
Sold Price
$920,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$230,000
-20%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.13%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 4, 2021
Closed on
Jul 12, 2021
Sold by
Wilson Danny Earl and Wilson Katherine Susan
Bought by
Hahn Robert Dean and Hahn Salama Alnoman
Seller's Agent
Joy Doyle
HOVER GIRL PROPERTIES
Buyer's Agent
KATHLEEN HAHN
PREMIER HOMES REALTY INC
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$815,000
Premium/Discount to List
$16,000
2%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.88%
Original Mortgage
$710,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 29, 2021
Sold by
Wilson Danny Earl and Wilson Katherine Susan
Bought by
Wilson Danny Earl and Wilson Katherine Susan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2003
Sold by
Switzerland Partnership
Bought by
North Fl Builders/W Howard White Inc
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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 | $940,000 | Closing Bear | |
| Warranty Deed | $920,000 | Atlantic Coast Title & Escrow | |
| Warranty Deed | $920,000 | Atlantic Coast Title & Escrow | |
| Warranty Deed | $815,000 | Atlantic Coast T&E | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $85,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $752,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $129,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $710,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $214,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $109,062 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $298,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | Sold | $940,000 | -1.1% | $278 / Sq Ft |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | Price Changed | $950,000 | -2.6% | $281 / Sq Ft |
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | For Sale | $975,000 | +6.0% | $289 / Sq Ft |
| 12/17/2023 12/17/23 | Off Market | $920,000 | -- | -- |
| 12/17/2023 12/17/23 | Off Market | $815,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/24/2023 08/24/23 | Sold | $920,000 | -20.0% | $273 / Sq Ft |
| 08/04/2023 08/04/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/27/2023 07/27/23 | For Sale | $1,150,000 | +41.1% | $341 / Sq Ft |
| 07/12/2021 07/12/21 | Sold | $815,000 | +2.0% | $241 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2021 06/11/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/05/2021 06/05/21 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | $237 / 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 | $254 | $476,566 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $254 | $463,135 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $254 | $739,332 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $236 | $717,798 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $5,316 | $425,484 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $5,300 | $419,609 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $5,410 | $410,175 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $5,358 | $402,527 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $5,343 | $394,248 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $5,348 | $397,723 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $5,430 | $388,230 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $5,453 | $383,591 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
DENA CALIVAS P.A
Seller's Agent in 2025
DENA CALIVAS P.A
COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY
(904) 759-3990
34 Total Sales
-
Margaret wonsick
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Margaret wonsick
MURPHY REALTY
(727) 460-4543
16 Total Sales
-
KATHLEEN HAHN
Seller's Agent in 2023
KATHLEEN HAHN
PREMIER HOMES REALTY INC
9 Total Sales
-
Joy Doyle
Seller's Agent in 2021
Joy Doyle
HOVER GIRL PROPERTIES
(904) 881-7775
125 Total Sales
-
LARA YEHL
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
LARA YEHL
HOVER GIRL PROPERTIES
(904) 248-0332
137 Total Sales
Map
Source: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
MLS Number: 2079437
APN: 001171-1430
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