|
St. Augustine Florida Real EstateYes, St. Augustine is the oldest city in the country. Aptly so, it has been nicknamed the “ Ancient City.” And, if you spend much time here, you might also hear the city’s residents calling it the nation’s most charming city!
St. Augustine at a GlanceSt. Augustine is the county seat of St. Johns County, and as of 2004 the U.S. Census estimated its population at 12,157. Simply stroll down the old world streets of St. Augustine and you will feel the history! The street pattern and architecture reflect the city’s Spanish origins. Famed explorer Ponce de Leon came here searching for the Fountain of Youth. Whether he found a magical cure for aging or not is a matter of legend, but he certainly stumbled upon something special. Even if you choose to buy a home in Jacksonville or one of the other Northeast Florida communities, make sure you put St. Augustine on the top of your list of places to visit. For more information: City of St. Augustine Old City.com The St. Augustine Lighthouse Site
St. Augustine SchoolsIf you want to raise a family in St. Augustine, you’ll be happy to know that the St. Johns County School District has maintained an overall grade of A four years in a row, one of only 10 school districts in Florida. The district is also in the top 14% of the nation in “What Parents Want” in public schools. Expansion Management Magazine honored the St. Augustine area with a Blue Ribbon Award for Best-Educated Workforce, a well-deserved nod to the dedicated teachers who make up the school system here. For more information: St. Johns County School District
Neighborhoods of St. AugustineYou will find St. Augustine real estate in the following zip codes: 32080, 32084, 32085, 32086 and 32092. Here is a list of neighborhood associations that might prove useful:
For more information: St. Augustine ’s Neighborhood Council Info
What to Do For Fun in St. Augustine?From cultural activities to enjoying the outdoors, the St. Augustine community has it all. Golfers will enjoy the World Golf Village, which features the World Golf Hall of Fame and two golf courses designed by four of the greatest golf players ever. Creeks and rivers, sheltered bays, miles of marshland and the beautiful ocean all make St. Augustine an ideal place to call home. Those who enjoy the outdoors will find plenty to do around the year:
A Little History of St. AugustineIt’s difficult to provide just “a little history” when it comes to the oldest continuously occupied settlement of European origin in America. St. Augustine was founded in 1565. Forty-two years later the English colonized Jamestown, and fifty-five years later the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock. For more information: A Brief History of St. Augustine
Buying or Selling St Augustine Real Estate?If you are interested in finding out more about St. Augustine homes for sale – whether you’re looking for a condo, townhouse, single family home, second home or investment property – be sure to visit my Featured Homes section and search the Northeast Florida MLS! For more information:
|
From the delightful cobblestone streets of the historic district to the modern luxury of its golf resorts, St. Augustine has stood the test of time and continues to lure residents and visitors alike with an ease that only comes with age. 
