$610,000
1863 HIGHLAND Drive, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Forest Hills
- Price
- $610,000
- Beds / Baths
- 3 / 2
- Living area
- 1,504 sqft
- Year built
- 1955
- Type
- Residential
- Lot
- 0.49 ac
- Garage
- 1
- HOA
- None
- CDD
- No
- Flood zone
- Unknown
- County
- Nassau
- Days on market
- 14
- Elementary
- Southside
- Middle
- Fernandina Beach
- High school
- Fernandina Beach
Set beneath a breathtaking canopy of majestic live oaks on a distinguished street on Amelia Island, 1863 Highland Drive captures the relaxed elegance and timeless charm, offering a rare combination of privacy, space, and an enviable coastal lifestyle. Constructed of enduring brick and thoughtfully designed for comfortable everyday living design, the home welcomes you with abundant natural light, beautiful hardwood floors, and a gracious single-story floor plan that feels both warm and inviting. Set well back from the quiet street and neighboring homes, the residence enjoys an exceptional sense of privacy, while expansive views through the home to the backyard create an immediate feeling of openness upon entering. A wide central hallway leads to three generously sized bedrooms, each featuring double closets for ample storage. Designed with both comfort and peace of mind in mind, significant recent improvements include a new roof and HVAC system installed in 2023, allowing the next owner to enjoy low-maintenance living. An enclosed porch overlooking the spacious backyard provides the perfect setting for morning coffee, afternoon reading, or gathering with family and friends while enjoying the tranquil surroundings. Whether enjoyed as it is today or thoughtfully reimagined to reflect your own style, this property presents an extraordinary opportunity in a location where homes rarely become available. Just minutes from the beach, Egan's Creek Greenway, Fort Clinch State Park, and Historic Downtown Fernandina Beach, you'll experience the exceptional coastal lifestyle that has earned Amelia Island Global Traveler Magazine's #1 Best Island in the U.S. honors for three consecutive years.
What to check on this one
- Verify roof installation date and warranty documentation from 2023 work
- Confirm HVAC system age, model, and maintenance records since 2023 install
- Obtain flood zone designation and elevation certificate for property
- Request 4-point inspection and wind-mitigation report (1955 construction)
- Verify plumbing material type—polybutylene or cast iron common in 1955 homes
Flagged from the listing itself — not an inspection, and no substitute for one. Bring these to the showing.
What this home really costs per month
Loan $488,000 at 6.75% · 30 yr
Not a loan quote. Rate, insurance, and tax are stated assumptions — a lender and an insurance agent give real numbers. Homestead exemption lowers taxes after you file.
Listing courtesy of CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE FIRST COAST. Data via realMLS (Northeast Florida MLS), updated Jul 30, 2026, 3:30 PM.
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