$469,900
209 RIVER Drive, East Palatka, FL 32131, East Palatka, FL 32131
River Groves
- Price
- $469,900
- Beds / Baths
- 3 / 3
- Living area
- 2,024 sqft
- Year built
- 1965
- Type
- Residential
- Lot
- 0.43 ac
- Garage
- 0
- HOA
- None
- CDD
- No
- Flood zone
- Unknown
- County
- Putnam
- Days on market
- 5
$232/sqft asking, vs a $172/sqft median across 43 closed sales in 32131 over the last 12 months — 35% above the area's closed prices. Condition and lot vary; that's what a showing is for.
River views set the tone at 209 River Drive, a beautifully renovated East Palatka home where flexible living spaces, thoughtful upgrades, and a resort-style backyard come together effortlessly. This concrete-block home offers three bedrooms, three full bathrooms, an office, and a spacious flex room, providing plenty of room to live, work, gather, and unwind. Two of the bedrooms are private en-suites with walk-in closets, and one includes a separate exterior entrance, making it especially well-suited for guests, extended family, or use as a private mother-in-law suite. Inside, natural light pours through the impact-resistant windows while beautiful crown molding, wainscoting, plantation shutters, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and recessed lighting create a polished and cohesive look throughout the home. The remodeled kitchen serves as the heart of the space with a large island, quartz countertops, and plenty of room for everyday meals or entertaining. From there, the home flows into the shaded sunroom, where paver flooring creates a seamless connection to the outdoor living areas and invites you to slow down and enjoy the surrounding river views. Outside, lush landscaping and St. Augustine sod enhances both the front and back yards, while pavers continue from the carport to the rear of the home, wrapping around the saltwater pool and leading to the firepit area. The fenced backyard offers everything needed to enjoy Florida living, including an in-ground pool with a newer liner and pump, gas pool heater, outdoor shower, tied-in gas grill, and multiple spaces for relaxing or gathering with friends and family. A powered storage shed with a lean-to and its own metal roof, also installed in March 2026, adds even more useful space. The beauty of this home is matched by the work completed behind the scenes. Renovations and improvements include remodeled bathrooms, updated plumbing, ductwork, and electrical panel in 2023; a metal roof installed in March 2026; and a newer septic system and drainfield installed in 2022. A whole-home Generac generator installed in 2020, an on-demand gas water heater, stackable gas washer and dryer, water softener, irrigation system, and UV-C lamps in the HVAC system add comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind. With its captivating river views, two private en-suites, flexible living areas, extensive renovations, and backyard designed for year-round enjoyment, 209 River Drive is more than a beautifully updated home; it is a place created for making memories. Offered under $500,000, this is your opportunity to enjoy the river views without the riverfront price!
What to check on this one
- Verify flood zone designation and obtain elevation certificate for St. Johns River proximity.
- Request roof inspection report; home is 61 years old — confirm age and insurer approval.
- Confirm plumbing material; 1965 build may have cast-iron or polybutylene — get service history.
- Have 4-point inspection completed before commitment; Putnam County older-home standard.
- Get pool maintenance records, equipment age, and current chemical/safety certification.
- Verify in-law suite complies with Putnam County zoning and rental restrictions.
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 $375,920 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 MAXREV, LLC. Data via realMLS (Northeast Florida MLS), updated Aug 27, 2026, 9:13 PM.
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