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$1,835,000
● House - Off Market

70 WATER Street

St. Augustine, FL 32084
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths
square feet
3,053 Ft²
$10,882
Est. Monthly

About This Property

This home exudes charm and character .  It was designed by the famed architect , F.A. Hollingsworth and resides on one of the highest elevations on one of the most desired streets in , St Augustine.  The timeless architecture has been carefully restored and enhanced with the finest materials and craftsmanship from exterior to interior.   Step into the foyer where the original stairs , banisters , and hardwood floors have been refinished. Original floors & trim remain throughout.  The floorplan flows with formal dining , large chef's kitchen with gas and oversized quartz island , walk-in pantry and an abundance of cabinets . The formal living room is light filled and cozy with  hand painted tiles covering the original wood burning fireplace .  A den with built in bookshelves off the living room is the perfect place for a home office. An enclosed sunroom with new vinyl windows ,custom Bamboo blinds , stone work fireplace and split system AC overlook the large backyard and pool area . The original staircase leads to three generous-sized bedrooms and two full baths. A sitting area is adjacent to the Primary with a door leading to the outside second story porch refreshed with no maintenance Trex(TM)  decking.  This porch is a great vantage point to view, the Matanzas River.  Large windows in the primary take in the light and water views.  Storage is ample with a walk-in closet and a custom European wardrobe.

The original carriage house still stands preserved and freshly painted with a new roof.  The use is up to the new owner with ,220 AMP and plumbing available, it could easily be a guest house or an art studio.   A storage shed was constructed behind the carriage house, keeping with the architectural integrity of the main and carriage house.  Hardi(TM)  Board siding, two electrical outlets and an auto fan for heat control make this a versatile space.  

Privacy hedges hide the fence in Backyard and add to the beautiful outdoor entertaining area surrounding the pool and spa creating a peaceful haven.

You can Walk to, Castillo de San Marcos, view the landmark Cross at Our Lady Le Leche at sunset and be at the finest restaurants with a short walk. To be this close to all that Historic Downtown St Augustine offers, you will not believe the privacy and serenity that this location provides. Don't miss this perfectly reimagined and restored piece of history.

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Unit Size
3,053 Ft²
Days on Market
115 days
Land Size
0.26 acres
Price per sqft
$654
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,071
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1936

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Last updated: 2 months ago (Real MLS #2143052)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Aug 24, 2026 Sold
Sold
Jul 13, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Jun 8, 2026 Price Decreased $1,998,000
↓ $302K (13.1%)
Price Decreased
May 1, 2026 Listed by CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE FIRST COAST $2,300,000
Listed by CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE FIRST COAST
Feb 23, 2015 Sold
Sold
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
With View

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1936
  • Effective Year Built: 2005
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: 10
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 4
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 17
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 7
  • Roof Cover Type: 1
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 15
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 7
  • Garage Square Area: 247
  • Parking Space Count: 1
  • Patio Type: 69
  • Porch Type: 126
  • Pool Type: 8

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11,325
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 1,530
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 750
  • Total Building Area: 2,553
  • Gross Building Area: 2,553
  • Building Area: 2,553
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,553
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: ABBOTT TRACT
  • Land Acres: 0000000260
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 0100
  • State Land Use Code: 01
  • Legal Description 1: ABBOTT TRACT CITY LOT 16 & S28 FT OF LOT 17 BLK K OR3990/955

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: St. Johns County School District
  • Census Tract: 020200

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 162D
  • Parcel: 195740-0160
  • Block: K
  • Lot: 16,17
  • Meridian: SEC 07 TWN 07S RNG 30E
  • Municipality: CITY OF ST AUGUSTINE
  • Latitude: 29.9025
  • Longitude: -81.3131

    Address

  • Full Address: 70 Water St
  • Address - House Number: 70
  • Address - Street Name: Water
  • Address - Suffix Type: St
  • State: FL
  • City Name: Saint Augustine
  • Carrier Code: C022
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2889
  • Zip Code: 32084

Valuation

    Tax

  • Total Area: 2,711
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $1,131,913
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 452

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1413
  • Valuation Date: Apr 03, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 83
  • Final Value: 1,564,429
  • High Value: 1,785,627
  • Low Value: 1,343,231

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $948,517
  • Market Land Value: $389,130
  • Market Improvement Value: $559,387

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $629,995

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Feb 23, 2015
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Feb 23, 2015
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2015010566
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jul 29, 2011
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Jul 29, 2011
  • Previous Sale Amount: $575,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 70 Water Street built and last sold?
The property at 70 Water Street was built in 1936 and last sold on Feb 23, 2015 for $765,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 70 Water Street is $2,283,690.
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