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$7,113 Closing Credit¹
#250219, Jane Wolfe, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Premier Properties
$649,900 List price
703 Emmett St Palatka, FL 32177
$7,718
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
2,758 sqft
0.2 acres
$236 / sqft
House
Property details
About 703 Emmett St
This beautiful Circa 1923 Craftsman Style home retains many original features. Coffered ceilings in the living and dining rooms, hardwood floors and trim throughout, two sets of double French doors, original windows and all doors, fireplace with Craftsman style mantle, sun porch and sleeping porch. The house sits on a large corner lot next to a brick road and the front porch offers an amazing view of the majestic St Johns River. There is a two-car garage with a loft and a screen porch on the back. The house is walking and cycling distance to downtown, the riverfront park and Ravine Gardens State Park. Babe Ruth stayed at the house during his time teaching at Doan's Baseball School in 1940/1941 adding a unique history to the home. As the new owner you can honestly brag that Babe Ruth slept here!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingAttic Fan, Central Air, Electric, Multi Unit(s)
Size2,758 sqft
Lot size0.24 Acres
Year built1923
ParkingAdditional Parking, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street
MLS #2084364
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceGas
ViewRiver, Water
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Primary Bathroom - Tub with Shower
- Fireplace: Gas
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Additional Parking, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, On Street
- View: River, Water
- Exterior: Porch Front, Porch, Screened Porch
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Attic Fan, Central Air, Electric, Multi Unit(s)
- List Price: $649,900
- Price/SqFt: $235
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,520
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Corner Lot, Historic, Many Trees, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
- Directions: From State Highway 17/Reid Street turn onto N 3rd Street heading south. Continue on S 3rd Street which turns into River Street. Turn right onto Morris Street. The house is on the corner of Morris and Emmett Streets.
- Year Built: 1923
- Living Area: 2,758 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.24 Acres
- MLS Number: 2084364
- MLS Name: realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service)
- Office Name: DUCK REALTY INC
- Office Phone: (386) 325-1440
- Office Email: crduck@bellsouth.net
- Listing Agent: ROBERTA M CORREA
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $244,030 | $5,520 |
| 2022 | $236,930 | $5,053 |
| 2021 | $230,030 | $5,053 |
| 2020 | $226,860 | $4,869 |
| 2018 | $217,630 | $4,720 |
| 2017 | $213,160 | $4,667 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Moseley Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•1100 Husson Ave
5
James A. Long Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.8 mi
•1400 Old Jacksonville Rd
3
Browning - Pearce Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.0 mi
•100 Bear Blvd
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 $61,170. Most Palatka, FL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
39%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
48%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
46%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Pro Wrestling
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Kmart
Wal-Mart
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Sonic
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Oldsmobile
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies- Contemporary Inspirational
Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 703 Emmett St
The listing price of 703 Emmett St property is $649,900.
The property 703 Emmett St is a house located in Palatka, Florida, 32177.
Active Listing: 703 Emmett St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 703 Emmett St are: Moseley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), James A. Long Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Browning - Pearce Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Putnam Academy of Arts and Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gamble Rogers Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Pacetti Bay Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Putnam Edge High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Putnam Virtual Franchise (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Palatka High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $5,520 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 703 Emmett St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 703 Emmett St is 2,758 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 703 Emmett St is 1923.
This home is located at 703 Emmett St in Palatka, FL and zip code 32177. This 2,758 square foot home, which was built in 1923, sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $649,900.
In April 2025 more than 3 listings in Palatka, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 4 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 18 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Palatka, FL increased by 4.2% between March and April 2025. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 67 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $235,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.