178 AVENIDA MENENDEZ, St. Augustine, FL 32084 (MLS# 2118296)

178 AVENIDA MENENDEZ, St. Augustine, FL 32084

$2,490,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 3,999 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 3,485 Status: Active
Current Price: $2,490,000 List Date: 11/17/2025 Last Modified: 3/05/2026

Overview

Description

178 Avenida Menendez - An Iconic Flagler-Era Residence with Panoramic Bayfront Views Exquisitely restored and meticulously maintained. The Bodley/Bennett residence is a rare Flagler-era treasure, originally built in 1910 and thoughtfully renovated between 2010 and 2012. Perched along the Matanzas River, this historic legal home commands sweeping, panoramic vistas of the St. Augustine Bayfront and the legendary Bridge of Lions, offering a lifestyle defined by elegance, heritage, and unmatched waterfront charm. Boasting 6 bedrooms and 5 full baths, this residence seamlessly blends historic character with modern comforts. Yellow pine flooring, 8'' hardwood baseboards, original five-panel doors, and grand staircases evoke timeless craftsmanship while updated systems and finishes ensure contemporary luxury. Optional 1 year home warranty provided by Fidelity National Home Warranty.

Supplements: The First-Floor Residence is an ideal suite for generational living or distinguished guests, featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a spacious living room with a period gas fireplace, and a formal dining room. The chef-inspired kitchen includes a Jenn-Air gas range, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and espresso-finished cabinetry accent ...

Listing Details MLS# 2118296

General Property Information

Bedrooms Total
6
Bathrooms Full
5
Bathrooms Total
5
Living Area
3999
Living Area Source
Measured
Year Built
1912
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N
No
Homestead YN
No
Lot Size Acres
0.08
Association YN
No
CDD Fee YN
No
Accessibility Features YN
No
New Construction YN
No
Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Carport YN
No
Pool Private YN
No
Water Body Access YN
No
Waterfront YN
Yes
Furnished
Unfurnished
Stories
3
Entry Level
Yes
Senior Community YN
No
Directions
From Bridge of Lions Head South (left) on Avenida Menendez to National Guard HQ. Home Will Be On Your Right.
Public Remarks
178 Avenida Menendez - An Iconic Flagler-Era Residence with Panoramic Bayfront Views Exquisitely restored and meticulously maintained. The Bodley/Bennett residence is a rare Flagler-era treasure, originally built in 1910 and thoughtfully renovated between 2010 and 2012. Perched along the Matanzas River, this historic legal home commands sweeping, panoramic vistas of the St. Augustine Bayfront and the legendary Bridge of Lions, offering a lifestyle defined by elegance, heritage, and unmatched waterfront charm. Boasting 6 bedrooms and 5 full baths, this residence seamlessly blends historic character with modern comforts. Yellow pine flooring, 8'' hardwood baseboards, original five-panel doors, and grand staircases evoke timeless craftsmanship while updated systems and finishes ensure contemporary luxury. Optional 1 year home warranty provided by Fidelity National Home Warranty.
List Price/SqFt
622.66
Bathrooms Half
0

Property Features

Architectural Style: Historic Levels: Three Or More Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled Rental Restrictions: 1 Month Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Gas Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Tankless Water Heater; Washer; Water Softener Owned Fireplace Features: Gas Interior Features: Breakfast Nook; Built-in Features; Ceiling Fan(s); Entrance Foyer; In-Law Floorplan; Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub; Split Bedrooms Flooring: Wood Laundry Features: In Unit Utilities: Cable Connected; Electricity Connected; Sewer Connected; Water Connected; Propane Cooling: Central Air; Electric Heating: Central; Electric; Heat Pump Water Source: Public Sewer: Public Sewer Construction Materials: Frame; Wood Siding Parking Features: Garage; Garage Door Opener; On Street View: Intracoastal; River Waterfront Features: Intracoastal Current Use: Single Family Possession: Close Of Escrow Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; VA Loan

Contract Information

Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Property Attached YN
No
Listing Contract Date
2025-11-17

Location Tax and Legal

Street Number
178
Street Name
AVENIDA MENENDEZ
County
St. Johns
State
FL
Postal Code
32084
MLS Area Major
322-Downtown St Augustine
Subdivision Name
City Of St Augustine

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2025-11-17T19:17:27Z
Major Change Type
New Listing

Fireplace Features

Fireplaces Total
Yes
Gas
Yes

More Information

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible
No

Location, Tax, and Legal

Country
US
Parcel Number
1985900000
Tax Annual Amount
18393.07
Tax Year
2024
Tax Legal Description
CITY OF ST AUG LOT 14 BLK 22 OR4989/75
Zoning Description
Single Family
Elementary School
Ketterlinus
Middle School
Sebastian
High School
St. Augustine

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Gas Range
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Tankless Water Heater
Yes
Washer
Yes
Water Softener Owned
Yes

Construction Materials

Frame
Yes
Wood Siding
Yes

Cooling

Central Air
Yes
Electric
Yes

Current Use

Single Family
Yes

Flooring

Wood
Yes

Heating

Central
Yes
Electric
Yes
Heat Pump
Yes

Laundry Features

In Unit
Yes

Levels

Three Or More
Yes

Listing Terms

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes
VA Loan
Yes

Parking Features

Garage
Yes
Garage Door Opener
Yes
On Street
Yes

Possession

Close Of Escrow
Yes

Sewer

Public Sewer
Yes

Utilities

Cable Connected
Yes
Electricity Connected
Yes
Sewer Connected
Yes
Water Connected
Yes
Propane
Yes

View

Intracoastal
Yes
River
Yes

Water Source

Public
Yes

Architectural Style

Historic
Yes

Waterfront Features

Intracoastal
Yes

Interior Features

Breakfast Nook
Yes
Built-in Features
Yes
Ceiling Fan(s)
Yes
Entrance Foyer
Yes
In-Law Floorplan
Yes
Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub
Yes
Split Bedrooms
Yes

Property Condition

Updated/Remodeled
Yes

Rental Restrictions

1 Month
Yes
Listing Office: KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY ATLANTIC PARTNERS ST. AUGUSTINE
Source MLS Verified
Last Updated: March - 05 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.