281 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
OFF MARKET

$685,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 3,022 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

281 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080

Butler Beach
Est. Refi. Payment $4,553/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 18, 2023 for $840,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$686K
Since last month
Decreased$20K (-2.9%)
Since last year
Increased$86K (+14.4%)
Since last sale
Decreased$157K (-18.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +35% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$683K
September 2026$703K
August 2026$678K
July 2026$676K
June 2026$651K
May 2026$583K
April 2026$562K
March 2026$558K
February 2026$616K
January 2026$583K
2025
2024
2023

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
6334 Salado Rd, Saint Augustine, FL
0.28
Lot/Land
$475,000
04/30/26
-
-
261 Villa Verda Rd, Saint Augustine, FL
0.17
Lot/Land
$305,000
04/30/26
-
-
6000 COSTANERO Road, Saint Augustine, FL
0.53
Lot/Land
$848,500
12/02/25
-
-
301 S La Crescenta Dr, Saint Augustine, FL
0.48
Lot/Land
$1,100,000
08/06/26
-
-
231 PUEBLA ROAD LOT 135, Saint Augustine, FL
0.25
Lot/Land
$282,000
11/17/25
-
-
205 N La Crescenta Dr, Saint Augustine, FL
0.46
Lot/Land
$1,250,000
11/08/25
-
-
6730 Veronica Ct, Saint Augustine, FL
1.83
Lot/Land
$330,000
12/09/25
6
4
3,456
224 Pizarro Rd, Saint Augustine, FL
0.53
Lot/Land
$396,000
05/15/26
-
-
237 BASQUE ROAD LOT 111, Saint Augustine, FL
0.56
Lot/Land
$279,300
11/17/25
-
-
5605 S A1a St, Saint Augustine, FL
0.92
Lot/Land
$800,000
09/23/26
-
-

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
279 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.01
$294,800
3
2
960
Off Market
283 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.02
$514,700
2
2
1,203
Off Market
271 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
271 Desoto Rd #273, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
6301 Gomez Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.03
$355,300
3
2
1,296
Off Market
273 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.04
-
-
-
684
Off Market
271 & 273 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.04
-
-
-
-
Off Market
287 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.04
$498,900
3
2
1,630
Off Market
276 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.05
$788,200
3
3
1,600
Off Market
6300 Salado Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.05
-
-
-
636
Off Market
6364 Putnam St, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.05
$700,000
3
3
1,849
Recently Sold
6300 Gomez Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.05
$955,600
5
3.5
5,500
Off Market
6303 Gomez Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.05
$877,300
3
2
-
Off Market
289 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.06
$605,900
2
2
1,917
Off Market
272 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.06
$533,600
2
2
1,559
Off Market
6368 Putnam St, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.06
$482,900
3
2
1,901
Off Market
6302 Salado Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.06
$374,000
3
2
1,479
Off Market
6360 Putnam St, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.07
$1,478,400
4
4
2,995
Off Market
6372 Putnam St, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.07
$637,200
3
3
2,164
Off Market
6302 Gomez Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
0.07
$444,000
2
2
960
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Lot/Land
Built in 1973
0.25 acre lot
3,022 sqft
$227/sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Historical downtownBuild your dream home
SPECTACULAR INTRACOASTAL WATERFRONT VIEWS FROM THIS BEAUTIFULLY SHADED, OAK TREED LOT WITH PLUSH ST. AUGUSTINE GRASS THROUGHOUT. THIS HIGHLY ELEVATED 1/4 ACRE PROPERTY ( 9 FT. ABOVE HIGH LEVEL WATER MARK ) IS HOMESITE READY WITH PRE-EXISTING UTILITIES. NEW WATER LINES AND WATER METER. PRE-EXISTING ELECTRICAL DROP POLE, SEPTIC TANK AND DRAINFIELD. THIS PROPERTY BORDERS 3.5 ACRES OF BEAUTIFUL WOODED INTRACOASTAL WATERFRONT PROPERTY THAT CAN NEVER BE SPLIT UP AND SECTIONED OFF FOR DEVELOPMENT. NICE VIEW OF CANAL ACROSS STREET. 10 FT. WIDE CONCRETE DRIVEWAY WITH RV HOOK-UPS RUNS DOWN ONE SIDE OF PROPERTY WITH CONCRETE WALKWAY MIDWAY ACROSS PROPERTY. Treasure Beach Community homeowners have exclusive use of the deeded private walkway for ocean/beach access. This community is private and quiet (no thru traffic). It is far from the noise and traffic of the city, but close to schools, shopping and most of your daily needs ( less than a 5 minute drive away ). The beach is just a short walk or bike ride using one of the many nearby beach access areas. There are three deep water boat ramps located throughout this neighborhood on the intracoastal waterway (less than 1/2 mi. away) for all your toys that need water access. Save $7,000 - $10,000 in impact fees when building your new home.!!! All utilities are still on site and usable from the previous home that was recently removed. All hookups for your RV or camper have been pre-installed and ready for immediate use. Septic tank has recently been pumped out and inspected (including drain field). Have not been used since service. ABSOLUTELY SPECTACULAR PROPERTY. DO NOT MISS OUT ON ONE OF THE VERY LAST BEAUTIFUL LOTS STILL AVAILABLE IN TREASURE BEACH !
281 Desoto Rd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080 is a 2 bedroom, 3,022 sqft lot/land in Butler Beach, built in 1973. It last sold for $840,000 on May 18, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $685,600.

Home Details for 281 Desoto Rd

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2ElevatorFloors: Concrete
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalExterior: Other, StuccoFoundation Type: Concrete
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Off Street, Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973Year Updated: 1996
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Lot Land

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 18, 2023
Source: N/A
Sold
$840,000
Jan 18, 2022
Source: N/A
Sold
$195,000
Nov 18, 2021
Source: St Augustine St Johns County BOR #218705
Contingent
$195,000
Nov 3, 2021
Source: St Augustine St Johns County BOR #218705
PriceChange
$195,000
Price decreased by 3%
Sep 16, 2021
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$200,000
Price decreased by 15%

Market trends in Saint Augustine

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$434K
$5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.6%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$227
$1MoM
Available listings
1697
39MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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What Locals Say about Butler Beach

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  • 77% say there's holiday spirit
  • 60% say neighbors are friendly
  • 53% say there are community events
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  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 85 % Say it's quiet

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 65 % Say there's wildlife

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 53 % Say there are community events

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 40 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Trulia User
    "I drive myself. My commute is about 20 minutes. No public transportation is available except Lyft/Uber. "
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  • Adela
    "Too soon to say. We haven’t lived here long enough. Our area where our home is located does have many neighborhood events "
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  • Skyates
    "I drive. It’s about 20-25 mins to downtown. Can feel hard to get around, but that’s Florida I guess. You have to have a car unfortunately."
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  • Joseph S.
    "Beautiful place, safe and clean. Friendly neighbors and beautiful beaches. What more can you ask for?"
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  • Annetteabraun
    "beautiful spot for a vacation, year after year. white sand beaches and great places to eat. i reccomend this neighborhood for anyone wanting to have a nice beach vacation. "
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  • Carolina M.
    "The beach, close to stores and restaurants and also the neighbors are really nice. Is a farmers market 10 min away on Wednesday, Saturday’s and Sundays. "
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  • Mbaccord01
    "Great area. Quiet. Would recommend. Close to beach. Great neighborhood. Salt air is nice. "
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  • Mbaccord01
    "Weekly meeting with friends. Great community watch. Everyone walks and speaks to others. Fresh clean. "
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  • Rachkorey
    "My neighborhood is a friendly beach community. Most people are retired, yet not everyone is. I would guess around 75% are, plus there are many who rent, mainly in the winter months"
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  • Rhonda M. H.
    "We have visited here for months at a time. The neighbors are terrific and the neighborhood is quiet. No travel-thru traffic, just a quiet little beach paradise that we love."
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  • Danielle D.
    "good neighborhood not many kids on our street quiet clean close to beach close to shopping close to intercoastal "
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  • Nikki M.
    "My neighborhood has great neighbors and provides a sense of community that many neighborhoods are lacking these days. "
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  • Dotsonkirn
    "The oldest city needs no Explanation. But at the beach, I have the benefit of the old city and the ocean and the intercoastal waterway. That is very unique."
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  • Charlie
    "Love the atmosphere at Ocean Village Club. Plenty to do. Either visiting the old historical areas of St. Augustine or just lolling on the beach. What a terrific place to live and work."
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  • Don D.
    "We live here for part of the year and will be moving here full time in the next 2 years. The area is well maintained by property owners. Walkability to restaurants, shopping and entertainment is the best we have found. We seldom need to leave the island for anything and when we do, we seldom have to drive more than 5-6 miles."
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Frequently asked questions about 281 Desoto Rd

  • What is 281 Desoto Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 Desoto Rd in Saint Augustine, FL is $685,600.
  • What is the price history for 281 Desoto Rd?
    281 Desoto Rd in Saint Augustine, FL last sold for $840,000 in May 2023.
  • Is Saint Augustine a buyer's or seller's market?
    Saint Augustine is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Saint Augustine?
    The median sale price in Saint Augustine is $434K. That is up $5K from the prior month.

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