Welcome to this beautifully maintained pool home in the heart of Julington Creek Plantation. With a thoughtful layout and inviting outdoor spaces, this home offers comfort, flexibility, and plenty of room to grow. Step inside to soaring ceilings, a formal dining room, and a dedicated office that's currently used as a professional recording studio—perfect for remote work, creative projects, or your next hobby space. The spacious primary suite includes two walk-in closets and a recently renovated spa-like bath with a stunning freestanding tub. Upstairs, you'll find a private fourth bedroom with a full bath—ideal for a teenager, in-law, or guest who wants their own space. Downstairs, there's a fun little surprise: a fifth room that's small but full of potential. Whether you need a cozy home office, a kids' reading nook, a mini playroom, storage spot, or compact home gym, this bonus room can do it all. The backyard is a true retreat, complete with a sparkling pool and a brand-new fence offering added privacy and peace of mind.
Located in a top-rated school district with access to Julington Creek's sought-after amenities, this home truly has something for everyone.
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$595,000
253 BELL BRANCH Lane, St. Johns, FL 32259
4beds
2,603sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$593,200 Zestimate®
$229/sqft
$3,547 Estimated rent
Home value
$593,200
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Listed by:
ERICA L JOLLES PA 904-652-5978,
ROUND TABLE REALTY 904-469-7653
Bought with:
UNITED REAL ESTATE GALLERY
Source: realMLS,MLS#: 2095579
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, His and Hers Closets, Jack and Jill Bath, Open Floorplan, Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower, Split Bedrooms, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,603 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
- Pool features: In Ground, Electric Heat, Salt Water
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 2493401570
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Not Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Julington Creek Plan
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Pool, Basketball Court, Children's Pool, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf Course, Jogging Path, Park, Pickleball, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $480 annually
Location
- Region: Saint Johns
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $229/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $502,900
- Annual tax amount: $7,242
- Date on market: 6/27/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2025 | Sold | $595,000-0.8%$229/sqft |
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| 7/29/2025 | Price change | $599,999-2.4%$231/sqft |
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| 7/16/2025 | Price change | $614,900-1.6%$236/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $624,999+2.5%$240/sqft |
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| 7/14/2023 | Sold | $610,000-1.6%$234/sqft |
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| 6/11/2023 | Pending sale | $620,000$238/sqft |
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| 6/8/2023 | Price change | $620,000-0.8%$238/sqft |
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| 5/30/2023 | Price change | $625,000-2.3%$240/sqft |
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| 5/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $640,000-1.5%$246/sqft |
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| 2/22/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/31/2023 | Price change | $650,000-2.3%$250/sqft |
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| 1/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $665,000+95.6%$255/sqft |
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| 7/27/2018 | Sold | $340,000-1.4%$131/sqft |
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| 7/26/2018 | Pending sale | $344,990$133/sqft |
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| 6/26/2018 | Price change | $344,990-1.4%$133/sqft |
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| 6/12/2018 | Price change | $349,990-1.1%$134/sqft |
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| 6/8/2018 | Price change | $353,8000%$136/sqft |
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| 6/3/2018 | Price change | $353,9000%$136/sqft |
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| 5/30/2018 | Price change | $354,0000%$136/sqft |
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| 5/21/2018 | Price change | $354,1000%$136/sqft |
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| 5/14/2018 | Price change | $354,2000%$136/sqft |
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| 5/11/2018 | Price change | $354,3000%$136/sqft |
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| 5/8/2018 | Price change | $354,4000%$136/sqft |
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| 5/4/2018 | Price change | $354,5000%$136/sqft |
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| 4/30/2018 | Price change | $354,6000%$136/sqft |
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| 4/23/2018 | Price change | $354,7000%$136/sqft |
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| 4/18/2018 | Listed for sale | $354,800+34.9%$136/sqft |
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| 2/17/2004 | Sold | $263,000$101/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,038 +11% | $500,411 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $7,242 +51.2% | $486,308 +55.2% |
| 2023 | $4,790 +2.2% | $313,264 +3% |
| 2022 | $4,686 +6.3% | $304,140 +3% |
| 2021 | $4,408 +0.3% | $295,282 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $4,396 -1.5% | $291,205 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $4,465 | $284,658 +4.6% |
| 2018 | $4,465 +31% | $272,238 +30.4% |
| 2017 | $3,408 | $208,767 -0.9% |
| 2016 | $3,408 +0.6% | $210,607 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $3,387 -1.7% | $209,144 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $3,446 | $207,483 +4.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $198,463 -4% |
| 2012 | -- | $206,696 -2.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $212,683 -5.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $224,543 -4.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $235,043 -8% |
| 2008 | -- | $255,602 +2.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $248,566 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $242,503 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $235,440 +3.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $227,270 +14.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $198,191 +2.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $193,546 +9.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $176,305 +3% |
| 2000 | -- | $171,170 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fruit Cove
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Julington Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 10/10Fruit Cove Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Creekside High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Julington Creek
- High: Creekside
Source: realMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Florida
- Saint Johns County
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- 32259
- Fruit Cove
- 253 BELL BRANCH Lane
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