$1,185,000

Timeless elegance meets quality construction on an executive, private lot in gated golf & tennis community PALENCIA. This stunning, well-maintained custom POOL home with spa and outdoor kitchen is nestled on a serene preserve. Outstanding features make arriving at 218 Sophia Terrace special, as the home has a circular driveway… Read More with extra parking and a three-car garage. A porch awaits, perfect for cozy chairs, and then you step into a two-story grand foyer. New wide-plank hardwood flooring is throughout most of the downstairs. When you walk through the solid-wood double doors, you are greeted with a view of the formal dining and living room and straight ahead, the pool/spa/grilling area/large yard is visible. It's a true outdoor oasis! The kitchen is spacious with seating for 8 at the counter plus a quaint breakfast nook with a double-sided fireplace. Stainless appliances and a gas cooktop make cooking a delight. Multiple sliding glass doors brighten this area, where a built-in bookcase feature wall brings drama and function to the great room. This nearly 4,000 sf home has 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, but a dedicated study on the main floor could be a FIFTH bedroom as it has a closet, windows and it has a door to the front porch as well. The master bedroom is elegant, with high, tray ceilings, hardwood floors, a large bathroom with tile shower and jacuzzi tub. Also downstairs is a guest suite/bath combo in the back of the home, allowing for privacy. Upstairs, there are two bedrooms, a Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a large bonus room with pocket doors. Each room has oversized, walk-in closets. Upgrades include: New HVAC systems, new hardwood flooring, new carpet, a completely resurfaced pool with stacked stone accents, painted pool deck, epoxy garage coating, tankless water heater, water softener and reverse osmosis drinking water system, roof 7 years old. All of this, within the luxury community of Palencia full of amenities and its scenic walking trails, gym with classes, heated lap pool, tennis & pickle ball courts, championship golf club, and top-rated Elementary School, as well as convenience to historic downtown St Augustine. Neighborhood entrance has coffee shops, a Publix, salons, UPS, and restaurants. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exceptional home in one of St. Augustine's most sought-after communities. Read Less

This data up-to-date as of Dec 7, 2025. Listing courtesy of EXP REALTY LLC.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Dec 7, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

3,994

Lot Size

0.46 Acres

Year Built

2003

MLS Number

2119900

30 Days Snapshot Of 32095

$481k

-2%

(avg) sold price

-19%

homes sold

145

+26%

(avg) days on market

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Building

Built in 2003, Building area total: 3,994, Living area: 3,994, Architectural style: "Traditional", Association amenities: "Pool", "Basketball Court", "Children's Pool", "Clubhouse", "Dog Park", "Fitness Center", "Gated", "Golf Course", "Jogging Path", "Park", "Pickleball", "Playground", "Sauna", "Tennis Court(s)"

Cooling

"Central Air"

Exterior Features

"Outdoor Kitchen"

Floors

"Carpet", "Tile", "Wood"

Garage

3 spaces

Heating

"Central"

Home Owner's Association

Association fee: $125

Interior Features

"Breakfast Bar", "Breakfast Nook", "Eat-in Kitchen", "Guest Suite", "Jack and Jill Bath", "Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower"

Lot

0.46 acres, 20,038 square feet, Area: 0.46

Parking

"Circular Driveway", "Garage Door Opener"

Pool

"In Ground", "Heated", "Screen Enclosure"

Roof

"Shingle"

Taxes

Tax annual amount: $11,173, Tax year: 2025

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