St. Johns County · 32259

Moving to St. Johns: The Complete Guide

Thousands of families relocate to the St. Johns area every year — for the schools, the water, the value, and yes, the sunshine. Here's what we tell every one of them.

One of Florida's fastest-growing suburbs, anchored by top-ranked St. Johns County schools and master-planned communities like Durbin Crossing and SilverLeaf. St. Johns is located in St. Johns County, Northeast Florida.

Area

St. Johns

County

St. Johns County

ZIP codes

32259

Cost of living & housing

For housing costs, compare current listings and obtain a property-specific tax and insurance estimate. Florida has no state income tax; ask the county property appraiser about homestead eligibility.

Commutes, schools & daily life

About 30 minutes to downtown Jacksonville and 25 to the beaches via 9B. St. Johns County is consistently ranked the #1 school district in Florida.

Local highlights in St. Johns: #1-ranked FL school district; Master-planned amenities; Durbin Park shopping. And a local secret: The 12,000-home SilverLeaf development is one of the largest master-planned communities in the Southeast.

How we help long-distance movers

Video tours of every serious candidate, honest neighborhood assessments (including the drawbacks), school-zone maps, and coordination with your lender and movers. Many of our relocation clients buy before ever setting foot in Florida.

A closer look at St. Johns

One of Florida's fastest-growing suburbs, anchored by top-ranked St. Johns County schools and master-planned communities like Durbin Crossing and SilverLeaf.

About 30 minutes to downtown Jacksonville and 25 to the beaches via 9B. St. Johns County is consistently ranked the #1 school district in Florida.

The 12,000-home SilverLeaf development is one of the largest master-planned communities in the Southeast.

St. Johns Mortgage Calculator

Illustrative fixed-rate payment only, not a current lender quote or pre-approval. The starting $400,000 price and 6.5% rate are examples, not local market figures. Adjust all assumptions for your property.

$400,000
10% ($40,000)
6.50%
30 years

Estimated monthly payment

$2,992

Principal & interest$2,275
Property taxes (1.1%)$367
Insurance$200
PMI (under 20% down)$150

Fixed-rate illustration: property tax assumes 1.1% of the entered price annually, insurance starts at $2,400/year, and PMI assumes 0.5% of loan balance annually below 20% down. Actual taxes, insurance, PMI and loan terms vary; closing costs, flood insurance and utilities are not included. Ask a lender for a current quote and obtain property-specific tax and insurance figures.

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Frequently asked questions

What salary do I need to live in St. Johns?

It depends on your housing choice, household budget, and financing. Compare current listings and get lender estimates for homes you're considering.

Can you help before we visit?

Absolutely — video tours, area FaceTimes, school research, and a full relocation plan. Education first works great over Zoom.

How do I get started with a St. Johns real estate expert?

Just reach out — call Tammy (904-708-0468) or Brooke (904-252-7390), or use the form on this page. We'll talk through your goals with zero pressure. Education first, pressure never.

Plan your move to St. Johns

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