#2067604, NOAH BAILEY, Listing Office: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS ST. AUGUSTINE
177 Surfside Ave Saint Augustine, FL 32084
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About 177 Surfside Ave
Historic 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 within walking and biking distance of the Vilano Beach Town Center, which offers Publix Grocery/Pharmacy, shopping, restaurants, and the Vilano Pier and Dock. Come and experience the same peaceful lifestyle enjoyed by one of America's most celebrated authors, with the added charm of a cozy, historic beach cottage and abundant natural beauty. Private Remarks: Listing agent must be present during showings. No lockbox. Sellers are licensed Realtors.
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- MLS Number: 2074920
- MLS Name: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
- Office Name: COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY
- Office Phone: (904) 269-7117
- Office Email: CatherineDrawdy@cbvfl.com
- Listing Agent: Carole Linda Bayer
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $314,645 | $3,469 |
2022 | $296,479 | $3,291 |
2020 | $233,348 | $2,850 |
2018 | $223,849 | $2,854 |
2017 | $219,245 | $2,841 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
St. Augustine Public Montessori School (Sapms)
Public Charter KG-6
1.5 mi
•7A Williams St
8
Ketterlinus Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.1 mi
•67 Orange St
5
John A. Crookshank Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.5 mi
•1455 N Whitney St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $74,634. Residents of Saint Augustine, FL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 177 Surfside Ave
This home is located at 177 Surfside Ave in Saint Augustine, FL and zip code 32084. This 1,603 square foot home, which was built in 1916, sits on a 1.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 20, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,379,000.