Find your new St. Johns County home for less than $300,000!

With summertime moving season fast approaching, it is time to get busy finding your next home! Whether you are seeking more square footage, a space in which to retire or downsize, access to good schools, or you just want a slower pace, St. Johns County is the ideal place to lay down roots.

Residents love the county’s natural beauty, great school district and easy commute to Jacksonville and historic St. Augustine. But did you know there are plenty of affordable homes available as well?

That’s right! Here are several great St. Johns County home options below $300,000, all located in the county’s most sought-after zip codes.

345 North Shore Circle #1235, St. Augustine, FL 32092(MLS #982060)

3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, 1,921 sq. ft.

This roomy condo in The Residences at World Golf Village includes granite countertops, five-burner gas stove and double ovens, huge closets and a wide-open floor plan with vaulted ceilings. All the external convenience features are there, including elevator, car port and storage unit, as well as swimming pool and clubhouse access.

Wow factor: The third floor view overlooking the 8th green of the Slammer & Squire is unparalleled!

Jacksonville commute: less than 20 minutes

Listing price: $272,880

Contact: Realtor Lynn Whitleyat (904) 463-1600 or lwhitley@davidsonrealtyinc.com

1224 Coghill Circle, St. Augustine, FL 32092(MLS #979558)

3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, 2,005 sq. ft.

Located in The Cascades, a 55+ active adult community, this home is warm and inviting from the start thanks to its beautiful glass front door. Other notable features include 42” kitchen cabinets, bullnose granite countertops, electric fireplace, hardwood floors throughout the living area and glassed-in lanai overlooking natural preserves. Neighborhood amenities are also plentiful!

Wow factor: All landscaping, outdoor watering and security are included in one monthly fee—and the wooded view is spectacular!

Jacksonville commute: less than 25 minutes

Listing Price: $295,000

Contact:Realtor Margherite Myersat (803) 413-3181 or mmyers@davidsonrealtyinc.com

569 Cabernet Place, St. Augustine, FL 32084(MLS #986483)

3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms,  1,599 sq. ft.

This Tuscany Village townhome is an end unit built in 2008 with a spacious yard that backs up to a lake and wooded preserves. It boasts a family friendly layout with bedrooms upstairs and open floor plan downstairs. A one-car attached garage is included. Neighborhood amenities include a swimming pool and clubhouse, and the St. Augustine Outlets are right down the road.

Wow factor: The tranquil backyard is unbeatable, yet you’re within five minutes from I95.

Jacksonville commute: less than 35 minutes

Listing Price: $188,900

Contact: Realtor Liz Pappacenoat (904) 347-1805 or EPappaceno@DavidsonRealtyInc.com

1351 Castle Pines Circle, St. Augustine, FL 32092(MLS #991281)

3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, 1,993 sq. ft.

This cottage home in The Cascades has a distinctive indoor-outdoor feel. Double sliding glass doors in the open living area, pared with plenty of windows, invite you to enjoy the gorgeous view of wooded preserves from almost anywhere in the house! All the details are covered from the paver driveway to the granite countertops and tile backsplash in the kitchen. The neighborhood is ideal for low maintenance living; all landscaping, outdoor watering and security are included in one monthly fee.

Wow factor: Amenities galore make this a great place to live—bocce ball, tennis court, two pools, fitness center, card rooms and a library!

Jacksonville commute: less than 25 minutes

Listing Price: $274,900

Contact:Realtor Margherite Myersat (803) 413-3181 or mmyers@davidsonrealtyinc.com

135 Legendary Drive #209, St. Augustine, FL 32092(MLS #981846)

2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, 1,136 sq. ft.

Located in The Legends at World Golf Village, this second floor end unit condo offers first floor private entry. Buyers can look forward to a large kitchen with granite countertops, vaulted ceilings, crown molding and all new appliances (all have been replaced within the last two years – even the washer and dryer). Perhaps best of all, the screened-in private lanai overlooks peaceful wooded preserves. The Legends is gated and boasts two pools (one heated!), fitness center, tennis court and putting green.

Wow factor: Between the gated community and private linai, this is sure to be your peaceful retreat!

Jacksonville commute: within 20 minutes

Listing price: $158,000

Contact: Realtor Bonnie Weinsteinat (570) 690-4432 or bweinstein@davidsonrealtyinc.com

40 Alcira Court, St. Augustine, FL 32086(MLS #982883)

2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, 920 sq. ft.

Located in the Conquistador community at St. Augustine Shores, this condo boasts the ideal location right on the Matanzas River. While a bit further from Jacksonville, it is perfect for anyone seeking the St. Augustine resort lifestyle. The cozy interior is great for a small family, couple or single person, and the maintenance-free exterior saves you from yardwork and repairs. Conquistador also has a great residential community that shares a swimming pool and tennis courts.

Wow factor: Waterfront living without waterfront prices in a great location!

Jacksonville commute: within 40 minutes

Listing price:$137,900

Contact: Realtor Terri Apodacaat (904) 599-3339 or tapodaca@davidsonrealtyinc.com