OFF_MARKETRisky Deal6 days on market

209 N CHECKERBERRY Way

209 N CHECKERBERRY Way, St. Johns, FL 32259, Saint Johns, FL 32259
$799,000
Zestimate®:$793,700

Listing Price

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209 N CHECKERBERRY Way, St. Johns, FL 32259
Loc: Saint Johns, FL
Days Listed
6
Tax Assessed
$694k
Zestimate®
$794k
Market Rate
Lot Size
0.28 acres
Rent Estimate
$3,996/mo
Est. Cash Flow base
Type
single family

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4.9
Safety Score
A+
Schools

Nearby Schools

Educational options and performance ratings in the area.

9

Julington Creek Elementary School

PK-5
1.5 mi away
10

Fruit Cove Middle School

6-8
1.6 mi away
9

Creekside High School

8-12
2.3 mi away

Property Overview

A stunning investment opportunity in a prime location. This property features modern amenities, spacious living areas, and strong rental potential.

Features & Amenities

Open Floor PlanHardwood FloorsModern KitchenStainless Steel AppliancesCentral Heat/AirLarge BackyardParkingNear Transit

Haven AI Verdict

Recommendation
Risky
Confidence Score: 4.2/10
Exercise caution due to potential market volatility.
Cap Rate
3.85%
Total ROI
8.9%
Cash Flow
$-1,474/mo
DSCR
0.64
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This property in Saint Johns, FL, represents a challenging acquisition for conservative income-focused investors. While the 4% appreciation rate is healthy and the 5-bedroom configuration is desirable for the local family-heavy demographic, the 3.85% gross rental yield is critically low. In the current interest rate environment, this asset would likely produce significant negative cash flow if financed with standard 20-25% down payments. High Florida insurance premiums and St. Johns County property taxes further compress the Net Operating Income, resulting in a cap rate that likely trails risk-free Treasury yields. This is an appreciation-dependent play with high carry costs.

Strengths
  • Located in a high-demand, top-rated school district
  • Large square footage (3,674 sqft) appeals to stable long-term family tenants
  • Consistent 4% projected appreciation offers a hedge against inflation
  • Modern construction typically requires lower immediate CapEx
Considerations
  • Gross rental yield of 3.85% is well below the 1% rule or typical investor benchmarks
  • High probability of monthly negative cash flow after debt service and expenses
  • Rising homeowners insurance costs in the Florida market
  • Low Cap Rate makes the property sensitive to any market cooling or vacancy
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10-Year Price Projection

Price & Tax History

Price History

DateEventPricePrice/sqft
2026-04-27Sold$790,000$215
2026-02-26Listed for sale$799,000$217
2023-01-20Sold$765,000$208
2022-12-23Pending sale$775,000$211
2022-11-25Listed for sale$775,000$211
2022-11-07Listing removed$0
2022-10-11Price change$775,000$211
2022-08-29Price change$790,000$215
2022-08-02Listed for sale$830,000$226
2019-08-01Sold$485,000$132
2019-07-24Pending sale$499,000$136
2019-04-29Price change$499,000$136
2019-04-10Price change$535,000$146
2019-03-14Listed for sale$549,900$150
2013-05-17Sold$380,000$103
2013-03-19Price change$394,900$107
2013-03-09Price change$396,900$108
2013-02-22Price change$400,000$109
2013-01-10Price change$394,900$107
2012-11-18Price change$399,000$109
2012-08-22Price change$417,900$114
2012-06-29Price change$424,900$116
2012-06-08Price change$427,900$116
2012-05-28Price change$439,900$120
2012-05-13Price change$444,900$121
2012-03-21Price change$449,900$122
2011-11-23Listed for sale$459,900$125
2001-09-07Sold$333,700$91

Tax History

YearProperty TaxTax Assessment
2025$8,468.68$532,373
2024$7,631.79$517,369
2023$6,384.35$438,852
2022$6,246.7$426,070
2021$5,966.09$413,660
2020$5,950.24$407,949
2019$5,401.3$356,761
2018$5,401.3$350,109
2017$5,267.73$342,908
2016$5,267.73$345,931
2015$5,249.79$343,526
2014$5,346.23$327,632
2013$0$319,212
2012$0$328,715
2011$0$319,141
2010$0$314,425
2009$0$306,159
2008$0$306,159
2007$0$296,945
2006$0$289,702
2005$0$281,264
2004$0$273,072
2003$0$267,980
2002$0$259,930
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Property Specs

Beds
5
Baths
4
Sq Ft
3,674
Institutional Underwriting Ledger

Investment Numbers & Operating Model

Standardized cash flow underwriting modeled with state tax schedules, regional insurance hazard risk, and disciplined operating reserves.

Data Sources:MLS List Price: $799,000Rent Basis: Observed Comp Model ($3,996/mo)State Tax Benchmark: 0.98% (FL)Hazard Reserve: $400/mo
Haven ScoreRisky
0/ 10

Multi-factor yield grade

Cap Rate (Unleveraged)
3.17%

NOI: $25,321/yr

Cash-on-Cash Yield
-13.3%

On $183,770 invested

DSCR Ratio
0.51x

Negative debt coverage

5-Yr Leveraged ROI
+27.7%

Equity + cumulative cash

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Monthly Cash Flow Breakdown

Monthly Operating Deductions
Property Taxes (0.98% of basis)-$567/mo
Homeowner / Hazard Insurance-$400/mo
Vacancy Reserve (5% of rent)-$200/mo
Repairs & Maintenance (10% of rent)-$400/mo
Property Management (8% of rent)-$320/mo
Total Pure Operating Expenses-$1,886/mo
Net Investor Cash Flow
Gross Scheduled Rent+$3,996/mo
Less: Operating Expenses-$1,886/mo
Net Operating Income (NOI)+$2,110/mo
Less: Debt Service (30yr @ 6.75%)-$4,146/mo
Net Cash Flow
$-2,036/mo
$-24,429/year
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