Listing Courtesy of: NORTHEAST FLORIDA / Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty / Carole Bayer / Watson Realty Corp / John Bayer
177 Surfside Avenue St Augustine, FL 32084
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$1,379,000
Description
MLS #:
2074920
2074920
Lot Size
1.15 acres
1.15 acres
Type
Single-Family Home
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1916
1916
Style
Cottage, Historic
Cottage, Historic
Views
Creek/Stream, Intracoastal, River, Trees/Woods, Water
Creek/Stream, Intracoastal, River, Trees/Woods, Water
County
St. Johns County
St. Johns County
Listed By
Carole Bayer, Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty
John Bayer, Watson Realty Corp
John Bayer, Watson Realty Corp
Source
NORTHEAST FLORIDA
Last checked Mar 12 2025 at 10:00 AM GMT+0000
NORTHEAST FLORIDA
Last checked Mar 12 2025 at 10:00 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Eat-In Kitchen
- His and Hers Closets
- Kitchen Island
- Split Bedrooms
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Appliance: Dishwasher
- Appliance: Dryer
- Appliance: Gas Range
- Appliance: Refrigerator
- Appliance: Washer
Subdivision
- Surfside
Lot Information
- Corner Lot
- Irregular Lot
- Many Trees
- Split Possible
- Wooded
Heating and Cooling
- Central
- Electric
- Central Air
Flooring
- Wood
Exterior Features
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Utility Information
- Utilities: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Parking
- Off Street
- Other
Stories
- 1
Living Area
- 1,603 sqft
Location
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Welcome to 177 Surfside Ave, a historic beach cottage on multiple waterfront lots along a tidal creek connecting to the Intracoastal Waterway. Once home to Pulitzer Prize-winning author Sinclair Lewis, this early 1900s retreat features a coquina fireplace and a separate 1/1 guest house, currently a vacation rental.
Zoned CHT (Commercial Highway Tourist), the property offers versatile development potential, allowing for residential, vacation rentals, boutique lodging, or mixed-use projects (pending approval). Build additional homes or expand upon this unique slice of Old Florida charm.
Just steps from the beach and Vilano Beach Town Center, this property blends privacy, accessibility, and investment opportunity in one of St. Augustine's most desirable locations.
Listing agent must be present for all showings. No lockbox. Property is owned by licensed realtors. Conveniently located, this property is within walking and biking distance of the Vilano Beach Town Center, which offers Publix Grocery/Pharmacy, shopping, restaurants, and the Vilano Pier and Dock.
Come and experience the same peaceful lifestyle enjoyed by one of America's most celebrated authors, with the added charm of a cozy, historic beach cottage and abundant natural beauty.
Private Remarks: Listing agent must be present during showings. No lockbox.