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Property Description
Handyman special centrally located in the beautiful South Historic District of downtown Palatka! This charming house needs restoration but has 4 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths with over 2100 square feet. Originally built in 1884 the home features wood floors throughout, lots of built-ins, large bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, front porch for taking in the daily passerby's, an additional detached 2 story storage house for all your toys, and views of the St. Johns River from the backyard. The location is perfect, just two blocks to St. Johns Ave. for all your dining and shopping needs or walk two blocks to Boathouse Riverfront Park and take a stroll along the river. Enjoy area parks, boat ramps, and laid-back North Florida living in Putnam County or head to St. Augustine for day at the beach. Grab your tools and / or your favorite general contractor and take advantage of this amazing opportunity today!!!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 221 S 5th St
General
- Price: $175,000
- Taxes: $3,132 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: FC312707
- Updated: 12/30/2025
- Added to Site: 75 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, High Ceilings
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas
- Appliances: None
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Storage
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
Location
- Area: 32177 - Palatka
- County: Putnam
- Development Name: 32177 - Palatka
- Subdivision: PALATKA
- Driving Directions: From SR 207 W, right on 17, left on 3rd St, right on Laurel St, right on 5th St, 221 is on the corner
- Direction Faces: West
Community
- Community Name: 32177 - Palatka
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: None
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal, Shingle
- Stories/Levels: Two
- Square Feet: 2,129
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 1884
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,920
- Lot Size: 3920
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,132
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: DICKS MAP OF PALATKA MB2 P46 BLK 26 S1/3 OF LOT 2
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 421027685002600022
- Property ID: 421027685002600022
- Block/Lot/Section: 26
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Schools
Schools serving 221 S 5th St
School District:Putnam County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
William D. Moseley Elementary School 1100 Husson Avenue, Palatka, FL 32177 | PK-5 | 1.4 mi |
Palatka High School 302 Mellon Road, Palatka, FL 32177 | 9-12 | 2.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 221 S 5th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/30/2025
Price Reduced
$175,000
-5.41%
MLS
11/03/2025
Listed
$185,000
86.87%
MLS
4/21/2011
Sold
$99,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 221 S 5th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,132
16%
$120,210
5%
2023
$2,702
13%
$114,600
16%
2022
$2,391
9%
$98,950
25%
2021
$2,203
—
$79,140
19%
2021
$2,203
94%
$66,490
2%
2019
$1,137
-1%
$65,000
2%
2018
$1,148
-2%
$63,790
2%
2017
$1,176
-3%
$62,480
-11%
2016
$1,218
29%
$70,180
—
2015
$946
-11%
$70,489
-2%
2014
$1,064
-46%
$72,124
—
2013
$1,985
—
$72,395
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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221 S 5th Street, Palatka, FL 32177 (MLS# FC312707) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 221 S 5th Street is currently listed for $175,000 and was received on November 03, 2025. Want to learn more about 221 S 5th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Palatka? You can browse all Palatka real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

