St. Johns County Property Search, Parcel Map, Homestead & 2026 Tax Record Help
The St. Johns County Property Appraiser is the official source for property valuation, parcel ownership information, exemptions, portability, appraisal mapping and property-record data in St. Johns County, Florida.
Use this guide if you need to search a St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra Beach, Nocatee, Julington Creek, Fruit Cove, Hastings or other St. Johns County property by owner, address, parcel number or map.
You will also find the current 2026 assessment snapshot, homestead rules, TRIM and Value Adjustment Board deadlines, Tax Collector payment schedule, deed-record routing and office contact information.
Property Appraiser, Tax Collector, Clerk or VAB — Who Handles Your Task?
St. Johns County property information is divided between several offices. The Property Appraiser determines values and exemptions, but it does not collect your tax bill or maintain the complete deed record.
| Your Task | Correct Office | Best Starting Point |
|---|---|---|
| Search owner, address or parcel | St. Johns County Property Appraiser | Official Property Search |
| Check market or assessed value | Property Appraiser | Open the parcel record and confirm the assessment year. |
| Review parcel location or GIS layers | St. Johns County GIS / Property Appraiser | Open iMap |
| Apply for homestead or portability | Property Appraiser | Official Exemption Application |
| Pay property tax | St. Johns County Tax Collector | Real Estate Taxes |
| Find deed, mortgage or lien | St. Johns County Clerk | Official Records Search |
| File an assessment or exemption appeal | Value Adjustment Board | Official VAB Information |
Official St. Johns County Property Appraiser Links to Use First
Property Search
Search owner, property address, parcel number or legal information in the county-linked property database.
Search Property RecordsAfter opening this link
- Select owner, address, parcel or legal search.
- Enter the information you already have.
- Open the matching parcel.
- Confirm the address and parcel number before relying on the values.
St. Johns County iMap
Use iMap for parcel location, aerial imagery, zoning, future land use and other geographic layers.
Open Official iMapAfter opening this link
- Allow the map layers to load.
- Search by address or parcel number.
- Choose the relevant map layers.
- Use the map for research, not as a certified survey.
Homestead & Portability
Apply through the Property Appraiser’s secure exemption process and review residency requirements.
Open Exemption ApplicationAfter opening this link
- Confirm the Property Appraiser already shows you as owner.
- Check the January 1 residency requirement.
- Prepare the requested identification and residency details.
- Print or save your application receipt after filing.
Property Tax Estimator
Estimate future taxes using current property data, exemptions and potential purchase price.
Open Tax Estimator GuideAfter opening this link
- Search the property record first.
- Open the tax-estimator option from the record.
- Replace current market value with a realistic purchase price when appropriate.
- Add only exemptions and portability that may actually apply.
2026 TRIM Notice
Review proposed values, exemptions, millage information and the property-specific appeal deadline.
Open TRIM InformationAfter opening this link
- Search for the property or business account.
- Open the 2026 TRIM notice from the record.
- Compare value and exemptions carefully.
- Act before the VAB deadline if something is disputed.
Property Tax Payment
Use the Tax Collector for actual tax statements, payment status, discounts and delinquent taxes.
Open Real Estate TaxesAfter opening this link
- Open the tax-search or payment option.
- Locate the correct property account.
- Review the current amount and discount.
- Use the Tax Collector’s payment route when ready to pay.
How to Search St. Johns County Property by Owner, Address or Parcel
The county-linked property search supports owner, location address, parcel number and legal-information searches. Start with the most precise identifier you have.
Open the official county-linked search
Start through the St. Johns County Property Appraiser system instead of a copied property directory.
Start Property SearchUse parcel number when available
A parcel ID is generally the cleanest way to match a specific property. Address is usually the next most practical option.
Confirm the property before using the data
Check the owner, site address, parcel number, legal description and subdivision before relying on the record.
Review values, exemptions and sales
Do not stop at the owner name. Review just value, assessed value, taxable value, exemption status, land data, building information and available sales.
Save the parcel number
Keep it when moving to GIS, TRIM, Tax Collector, Official Records or VAB research so you do not accidentally switch properties.
| Search Type | Best For | Practical Check |
|---|---|---|
| Owner name | Finding parcels tied to a person, trust or business | Confirm the property address because common names can return several records. |
| Address | Homeowner, buyer and neighborhood research | Try fewer street words if the full address does not match. |
| Parcel number | Most precise parcel lookup | Copy the parcel format from an official notice or property record. |
| Legal information | Subdivision, lot or recorded-description research | Cross-check the result with the parcel address and map. |
| iMap | Vacant land, acreage, waterfront and location research | Do not treat mapped parcel lines as a legal survey. |
St. Johns County iMap, Aerial Imagery & Parcel Location Research
St. Johns County GIS can search addresses, parcel numbers, streets, parks, schools and other locations. Available layers include zoning, future land use, evacuation zones, school attendance areas, ZIP codes and current or historical aerial imagery.
Useful Reasons to Use iMap
- Confirm the general parcel location
- Review neighboring parcels
- View available aerial imagery
- Check mapped zoning and future land use
- Research vacant or waterfront property
- Understand multi-parcel sites
Do Not Use iMap as Final Proof Of
- Exact surveyed boundaries
- Legal easement rights
- Title ownership
- Final development approval
- Permit eligibility
- A lender’s flood determination
After opening this link
- Launch the iMap application.
- Search the parcel or address.
- Turn on only the layers relevant to your question.
- Use official zoning, planning, survey or recorded-document sources for legal conclusions.
St. Johns County 2026 Property Values & Preliminary Assessment Snapshot
The Property Appraiser’s 2026 preliminary Florida Department of Revenue submission provides useful countywide context. Individual property values still must be checked on the actual parcel record.
| 2026 Property Category | Market Value | Taxable Value | Parcels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homesteaded residential | $55.3B | $33.2B | 98,009 |
| Non-homesteaded residential | $20.9B | $19.7B | 54,360 |
| Commercial property | $14.2B | $8.0B | 12,844 |
The preliminary fact sheet also reports 2,745 senior exemptions and 10,655 veteran exemptions for 2026.
Just / Market Value
The Property Appraiser’s estimate of property value for assessment purposes before applicable assessment limitations and exemptions.
Assessed Value
The value after applicable assessment limitations or classifications, such as Save Our Homes, are considered.
Taxable Value
The value remaining after exemptions applicable to the taxing authority are deducted.
After opening this link
- Confirm you are viewing the 2026 preliminary DOR submission.
- Review market, assessed and taxable value separately.
- Use the county totals only for broader context.
- Return to property search for a parcel-specific assessment.
St. Johns County Homestead Exemption, 2026 Amount & Filing Rules
For 2026, the St. Johns County Property Appraiser states that the total Florida homestead exemption can be $51,411 for a homeowner eligible for the full benefit.
The first $25,000 applies to property taxes including school taxes. The inflation-adjusted additional $26,411 applies to qualifying assessed value between $50,000 and $75,000 and does not apply to school taxes.
Before filing homestead
- The property must be your qualifying permanent residence as of January 1 of the application year.
- Confirm that the Property Appraiser record reflects you as the current owner.
- Allow time after closing for the county to process an ownership change.
- Prepare the identification and residency information requested by the official application.
- If the property is held in trust, additional trust documentation may be required.
- If applying for portability, owners from the prior homestead who also own the new homestead may need to complete the application together.
After opening this link
- Review the current-year homestead rules.
- Confirm January 1 residency and ownership requirements.
- Prepare the requested documentation.
- Review portability if you previously owned a Florida homestead.
- Use the secure official application to file.
Additional exemptions
Separate benefits may be available for qualifying seniors, widowed owners, blind or disabled residents, veterans, surviving spouses, first responders and certain institutional or property-use categories.
Agricultural Classification, Tangible Personal Property & County Data
Agricultural Classification
Only land primarily used for a bona fide agricultural purpose qualifies for agricultural classification. Classification is separate from zoning.
Use the current agricultural application and supporting documentation when seeking classification.
Tangible Personal Property
Businesses with reportable tangible assets may need to file a DR-405. The normal filing deadline is April 1.
The office also provides an extension-request process and online filing from the TPP record card.
Free Property Data Downloads
The Property Appraiser provides downloadable CAMA data, historical files, GIS geodatabase and GIS shapefile resources.
This can be useful for advanced research that goes beyond one parcel.
After opening this link
- Choose the form or dataset relevant to your task.
- Check whether the item can be completed online.
- Use the department email listed beside forms when required.
- Confirm the current filing deadline before submitting.
2026 St. Johns County TRIM Notice & Value Adjustment Board Deadline
The St. Johns County Property Appraiser states that 2026 TRIM notices were mailed and made available online on August 17, 2026.
The St. Johns County Clerk lists September 11, 2026 as the 2026 petition filing deadline for VAB petitions during the regular filing window.
Before filing a petition
Review the parcel record and TRIM notice
Check owner information, land size, building characteristics, exemption status and values for factual problems.
Identify what you disagree with
A value disagreement is different from a denied homestead exemption, agricultural classification, portability decision or ownership issue.
Ask for an informal conference when helpful
Contact the Property Appraiser at 904-827-5500, but do not assume an informal review extends the VAB filing deadline.
Prepare relevant evidence
Comparable sales, photographs, property-data corrections, appraisal information and exemption documents can be useful depending on the dispute.
Meet the evidence-exchange timeline
The Clerk states that petitioner evidence should be provided to the Property Appraiser no later than 15 days before the hearing.
After opening this link
- Confirm the current filing deadline and petition category.
- Review the filing fee and available exemptions from the fee.
- Open the online petition process.
- Save your transaction information after filing.
- Follow the evidence and hearing instructions carefully.
St. Johns County Property Tax Records, Discounts & Payment Dates
The Property Appraiser determines value and exemptions. The St. Johns County Tax Collector issues and collects the property-tax bill.
| Payment Timing | Regular Discount / Status |
|---|---|
| November | 4% early-payment discount |
| December | 3% discount |
| January | 2% discount |
| February | 1% discount |
| March 31 | Gross taxes due in full |
| April 1 | Unpaid real-estate taxes become delinquent |
Installment payment option
Qualifying property owners can apply to prepay taxes through the statutory installment plan when estimated taxes exceed the applicable minimum. The Tax Collector states that the application must be made before May 1 for the year in which installment payments will be used.
Open St. Johns Real Estate TaxesAfter opening this link
- Open the online tax search.
- Locate the correct property account.
- Check the current balance and payment status.
- Review any available early-payment discount.
- Use the official payment service if you are ready to pay.
Where to Search St. Johns County Deeds, Mortgages, Liens & Recorded Documents
A Property Appraiser record is useful for appraisal and tax-roll ownership information, but legal document research should be completed through the St. Johns County Clerk’s Official Records system.
Property Appraiser Record
- Tax-roll owner
- Parcel number
- Site address
- Market and assessed value
- Exemptions
- Land and building information
Clerk Official Records
- Deeds
- Mortgages
- Liens
- Recorded plats
- Instrument-number searches
- Book and page searches
After opening this link
- Accept the Clerk’s official search disclaimer.
- Select name, document, parcel ID, instrument number or another search method.
- Search likely name variations where necessary.
- Verify the recorded date and document type.
St. Johns County Property Research Can Change by Location and Property Type
St. Augustine
Historic, coastal and urban parcels can require zoning, flood, historic-district or recorded-document research beyond the Property Appraiser card.
Ponte Vedra Beach
Waterfront, coastal and planned-community property can benefit from parcel-map, flood, HOA, deed and subdivision research before a purchase decision.
Nocatee
Newer development can make prior-owner tax bills misleading. Use the tax estimator with a realistic purchase price rather than simply copying the current bill.
Hastings & Rural Areas
Agricultural, acreage and rural properties may require closer review of land classification, parcel access, acreage and map context.
Julington Creek & Fruit Cove
Subdivision boundaries, tax districts and nearby county lines can matter when comparing property records and tax burdens.
Waterfront Property
Do not rely on the appraisal map alone for exact shoreline, boundary, easement, flood or development conclusions.
St. Johns County Property Appraiser Address, Phone, Departments & Hours
| Department / Office | Best For | Official Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Main Office | General appraisal and property-record questions | 4030 Lewis Speedway, Suite 203, St. Augustine, FL 32084 904-827-5500 |
| Customer Service | Homestead, portability and exemptions | 904-827-5500 customerservice@sjcpa.gov |
| Residential Valuation | Residential value questions | 904-827-5502 residential@sjcpa.gov |
| Commercial Valuation | Commercial property valuation | 904-827-5506 commercial@sjcpa.gov |
| Agriculture | Agricultural property and classification | 904-827-5504 agriculture@sjcpa.gov |
| GIS / Mapping | Mapping and property ownership questions | 904-827-5503 GIS@sjcpa.gov |
| Tangible Personal Property | TPP returns and TPP exemption questions | 904-827-5508 TPP@sjcpa.gov |
After opening this link
- Find the department that matches your question.
- Use the department-specific phone or email when available.
- Check the current office hours.
- Have the parcel number and property address ready before contacting staff.
Map: St. Johns County Property Appraiser Office
St. Johns County Property Appraiser
4030 Lewis Speedway, Suite 203
St. Augustine, FL 32084
St. Johns County Property Appraiser FAQs
1. How do I search St. Johns County property records?
Use the property-search system linked by the St. Johns County Property Appraiser. You can search by owner name, location address, parcel number or legal information. Verify the parcel number and property address before relying on the record.
2. Who is the St. Johns County Property Appraiser?
Eddie Creamer, CFA is the St. Johns County Property Appraiser.
3. What is the St. Johns County Property Appraiser phone number?
The main office phone number is 904-827-5500. Department-specific numbers are also available for residential valuation, commercial valuation, agriculture, GIS and tangible personal property.
4. Can I search St. Johns County property on a map?
Yes. St. Johns County iMap can search addresses, parcels, streets and other locations while displaying property information and available GIS layers. It is a research tool and not a certified survey.
5. How much is the St. Johns County homestead exemption in 2026?
The Property Appraiser states that the total 2026 homestead exemption is $51,411 for homeowners eligible for the full benefit. The first $25,000 applies to all property taxes, while the additional $26,411 applies to qualifying non-school assessed value.
6. What was the 2026 St. Johns County homestead filing deadline?
The regular 2026 filing deadline was March 2, 2026 because the normal March 1 statutory date fell on a weekend. Property owners should use the official exemption page for late-filing or future-year instructions.
7. When were the 2026 St. Johns County TRIM notices mailed?
The Property Appraiser states that 2026 TRIM notices were mailed and made available online on August 17, 2026.
8. What is the 2026 St. Johns County VAB petition deadline?
The St. Johns County Clerk lists September 11, 2026 as the regular 2026 VAB petition filing deadline. Exemption or classification denial petitions can use a different deadline tied to the denial notice.
9. Where do I pay St. Johns County property taxes?
Use the St. Johns County Tax Collector for property-tax bills, searches and payments. The Property Appraiser determines taxable value and exemptions but does not collect the bill.
10. Where is the St. Johns County Property Appraiser office?
The office is at 4030 Lewis Speedway, Suite 203, St. Augustine, FL 32084. Regular office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Official Sources Checked for This 2026 St. Johns County Update
- St. Johns County Property Appraiser
- 2026 Preliminary DOR Fact Sheet
- Homestead & Portability Guidance
- Other Property Tax Exemptions
- 2026 TRIM Information
- Mapping & Ownership Department
- St. Johns County GIS
- St. Johns County Tax Collector Real Estate Taxes
- St. Johns County Value Adjustment Board
- St. Johns County Official Records Search
Last factual review: September 11, 2026. Assessment figures, exemption amounts, filing deadlines, fees, office schedules, millage rates and government systems can change. Confirm critical property-specific information through the responsible official office before acting.