Direct Intracoastal Front Luxury Living meets ultimate peace of mind at 973 N Griffin Shores Dr. Nestled within a serene nature preserve, this private sanctuary is designed for holistic wellness, seamlessly blending natural tranquility with effortless, modern functionality. Wake up to pristine waterfront views, recharge in your private sauna, or unwind in the heated and cooled pool after a day on the water. Built for the modern boater, your backyard offers immediate access to deep-water navigation via a private dock, floating dock, and brand-new boat lift. Entertaining is effortless across expansive living spaces, from the second-story balcony with an outdoor bar to the automated outdoor haven featuring a motorized pergola, built-in heaters, sunshades, fire pit, and private putting green—all capped by a crow's nest rooftop deck for panoramic sunset views. Inside, an elevator, custom wine room, and three finished garage bays (providing five vehicle spaces, including two climate-controlled bays on the south end) complement a state-of-the-art smart home footprint. Fully equipped for seamless lock-and-leave convenience, you can monitor, secure, and manage climate settings from anywhere, ensuring complete freedom and security whether you're relaxing at home or traveling abroad. Designed as a private sanctuary for body and mind, this 0.81-acre gated waterfront retreat blends resort-style wellness with total peace of mind. Floor-to-ceiling new Andersen hurricane-impact windows frame serene Intracoastal views, flooding the primary suite and main living areas with natural light while electric shades provide effortless sun control. Step outside to your personal natural haven, where deep-water access offers world-class boating and fishing at all tides, and frequent sightings of dolphins, herons, and egrets create an immersive, restorative setting. A dedicated lower-level guest wing with a wet bar and bonus room allows visitors to unwind in comfort, while the surrounding neighborhood features private gated security, scenic nature trails, and bridge walkovers perfect for daily runs or sunset walks. Experience the ultimate high-wellness Florida lifestyle—schedule your private showing today.
For sale
$3,790,000
973 N Griffin Shores Dr, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
4beds
4,231sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
0.81 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$896/sqft
$173/mo HOA
What's special
Floating dockBrand-new boat liftPrivate putting greenHeated and cooled poolBuilt-in heatersPrivate saunaState-of-the-art smart home footprint
- 129 days
- 540
- 27
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kitty Cole 302-542-0726,
Exp Realty,
Susan Cole 404-934-8121,
Exp Realty
Source: St Augustine St Johns County BOR,MLS#: 261843
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub/Shower Separate
Dining room
- Features: Formal
Appliances
- Included: Range, Water Softener
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,062
- Total interior livable area: 4,231 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: 5 Car Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 5
Features
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: 2nd Story
- Exterior features: Auto Sprinkler, Irrigation System/Well, Dock
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Intracoastal Front, Intracoastal, Seawall, Navigable Water
Lot
- Size: 0.81 Acres
- Dimensions: 111x269x111x352
- Features: Preserve, Conservation Backyard, Irregular Lot, 1/2 to 1 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 1759311910
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Community Dock, Secure Community
- Security: Security Gate
- Subdivision: Ocean Palms
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: HOA(Community Maintained, Management)
- HOA fee: $173 monthly
Location
- Region: Saint Augustine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $896/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,283,235
- Annual tax amount: $22,667
- Price range: $3.8M - $3.8M
- Date on market: 4/23/2026
- Lease term: 6 Months
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,790,000+40.4%$896/sqft |
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| 9/23/2022 | Sold | $2,700,000-10%$638/sqft |
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| 9/3/2022 | Pending sale | $3,000,000$709/sqft |
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| 8/29/2022 | Contingent | $3,000,000$709/sqft |
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| 7/27/2022 | Price change | $3,000,000-2.9%$709/sqft |
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| 6/14/2022 | Price change | $3,089,000-3.1%$730/sqft |
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| 5/27/2022 | Price change | $3,189,000-3%$754/sqft |
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| 5/6/2022 | Listed for sale | $3,289,000+105.6%$777/sqft |
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| 2/25/2016 | Sold | $1,600,000-8.5%$378/sqft |
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| 9/15/2015 | Price change | $1,749,000-2.6%$413/sqft |
Source: Watson Realty Corp. #763384 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2015 | Price change | $1,795,000-1.6%$424/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker #726119 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,825,000+301.1%$431/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Premier Properties #0000000 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2003 | Sold | $455,000+46%$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2001 | Sold | $311,600$74/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,946 +10.8% | $1,784,555 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $21,610 +1.8% | $1,734,261 +3% |
| 2023 | $21,225 +31.7% | $1,683,749 +32.1% |
| 2022 | $16,118 +0.3% | $1,274,554 +3% |
| 2021 | $16,071 +0.2% | $1,237,431 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $16,031 -2.3% | $1,220,346 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $16,407 | $1,192,909 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $16,407 +1% | $1,170,666 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $16,246 | $1,146,588 -4.6% |
| 2016 | $16,246 +6.3% | $1,201,886 +11.9% |
| 2015 | $15,277 -2% | $1,074,397 +2.8% |
| 2014 | $15,587 | $1,044,911 +2% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,024,380 -0.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,034,082 -0.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $1,043,782 -5% |
| 2010 | -- | $1,098,485 +5.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,040,606 +11% |
| 2008 | -- | $937,107 -7.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,009,287 +2.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $984,670 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $955,990 |
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Neighborhood: Butler Beach
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: W. D. Hartley
- Middle: Gamble Rogers
- High: Pedro Menendez
Source: St Augustine St Johns County BOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






