CHRIS'S TAKE
Motivated Seller! Lovely Beach Living on Anastasia Island in sought after Ocean Trace Subdivision, a secure gated community. This 4bd/2.5ba 2 Story poured concrete home has a fully enclosed screen lanai with gas heated pool and spa overlooking a pond in a preserve like setting. As you walk through the front door there is a formal sitting room or office to the right and the laundry room and garage access to the left. Through the hallway is a powder room for guests and the stairs going to the second floor to one side and the kitchen to the other. the large open concept kitchen overlooks both a formal dining room and a spacious living room. The master suite is off the left side of the living room, and the large lanai doors open out to your fully screen enclosed pool and patio area. The first floor master suite also has doors that open onto the back lanai as well as double cosets and a en-suite bathroom with walk in shower, soaking tub, and double vanity. Upstairs you will find a spacious landing area that was used as a sitting area and a full bathroom centrally located. There is a smaller bedroom the the right and a larger bedroom to the left. Straight ahead is a 4th bedroom or bonus room depending on your specific needs. This home has so much space and so many options for extended families or families that work from home. Low HOA fees that include lawn care, no CDD fees, and a short walk to the beach make this neighborhood ideal. Additional features include: 120 Gallon In-ground tank from Amerigas, solar tube in upstairs bathroom, laundry chute from bonus room, ( 3 ) 8ft mounted mantles located in living room, bedroom, master bedroom, 50 gal water heater 2018, whole house Vacuum system, ( 2 ) front retaining / erosion walls-treated lumber with concrete base in 2016 and NE rear marine wall 2018, Re-roof 2021 w/ Tech Shield Under Roof Barrier and added gutters & downspouts, 2 Zone heating & air conditioning - 2 Ton 2017 Upstairs, 2 ½ Ton 2019 Downstairs, 2/3-Gal Instant water heater box under sink in kitchen, AT&T Fiberoptics, Z-Zone in house pest control, and so much more! This home is ready for it's new family!
Property Highlights & Specifications
Listing StatusACTIVE IDX LISTING
Price$749,000
Location / CountySt. Augustine, FL (32080)
Bedrooms / Baths4 Bed / 3 Bath
Living SqFt2,739 SqFt ($273/SqFt)
SubdivisionOcean Trace
Year Built2002
Property TypeResidential
MLS ID#1247474
Photo Count71 MLS Photos
Florida Reality Check: Storms, Taxes & Infrastructure
Every Florida buyer needs an honest due-diligence pass before making an offer. These are the practical checks to review for 500 OCEAN MIST Court, St. Augustine, FL 32080.
Flood Zone & Insurance
Verify the FEMA flood zone, elevation, roof age, 4-point items, and wind mitigation credits before relying on the listing price as the true monthly cost.
Roof, Structure & Systems
St. Johns County due diligence should include CDD/HOA review, insurance and flood checks, roof or builder warranty status, and commute assumptions.
Taxes, CDD & HOA
Florida property taxes can reset after purchase. Confirm homestead assumptions, association dues, CDD assessments, special assessments, and municipal boundaries.
Title, Survey & Escrow
Use a strong closing team to check title defects, liens, boundary issues, unpermitted work, probate issues, and wire-fraud procedures before closing.
St. Augustine Area Facts
Schools
St. Johns County school zones are a major buyer consideration, but they still need to be verified by exact property address.
Shopping & Errands
US-1, I-95, Nocatee, World Golf Village, beach-side corridors, and historic St. Augustine access shape errands, restaurants, and medical trips.
Commute Reality
This area can be lifestyle-heavy. Compare I-95, US-1, beach access, school traffic, and Jacksonville commute timing before you lock onto a neighborhood.
Local Fit
Review CDD or HOA costs, builder or community rules, tourism pressure where relevant, flood zone, insurance, and commute timing before deciding from photos.
Explore Nearby Schools, Dining, Shopping & Healthcare
Use the map as a starting point, then ask Chris to verify school zones, drive times, services, insurance, and offer strategy for this exact address.
School Zone VerificationConfirm the assigned elementary, middle, and high school by exact address before making an offer.
Daily ErrandsCompare groceries, pharmacy, dining, and medical access from this address, not just from the city label.
Insurance & Flood ReviewRequest flood-zone, roof, wind mitigation, and insurance quotes early, especially near water or older construction.
Commute TestDrive your real route at the real time of day before deciding the location works.
Mortgage & True Monthly Cost Breakdown
Estimate monthly principal, interest, Florida property taxes, and insurance. This is a planning estimate only.
Represented Guidance ByChris Moore | The Moore Group
Marine Corps veteran and Northeast Florida REALTOR. Chris helps buyers verify the listing facts, local fit, inspection risk, insurance, and true monthly cost before they move forward.
Call Chris: (904) 606-9163