$292,500
2 Bed SingleFamilyResidence for Sale in St James City
2430 Orange Street, St James City, FL, 33956
About this home
Welcome to your slice of paradise in the heart of St. James City! This beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bath home perfectly embodies the relaxed island lifestyle that makes this waterfront community so desirable. Nestled on a quiet street, you'll enjoy peace and privacy while being just a short walk from several popular restaurants, waterfront bars, live music venues, and local favorites. Inside, you'll immediately appreciate the extensive updates throughout, including a remodeled kitchen with new stainless steel kitchen appliances (not pictured), updated bathrooms, new flooring, and stylish finishes that blend modern comfort with classic island charm. The home is filled with character and warmth, creating an inviting atmosphere that's hard to find at this price point. The spacious great room features soaring ceilings that enhance the open, airy feel of the home, while the primary suite offers its own dramatic vaulted ceiling, creating a true retreat. The oversized primary bedroom includes a private ensuite bathroom, walk-in closet, and a secluded balcony—perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing with an evening breeze. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, winter getaway, or investment property, this home presents an exceptional opportunity to own a move-in-ready piece of island paradise. Affordable island homes with this level of updating, character, and location are becoming increasingly difficult to find. Spend your days fishing, boating, dining with friends, exploring the islands, or simply enjoying the laid-back atmosphere that makes St. James City so special. This home offers everything you need to start living the island dream—without the premium price tag. If you've been searching for the perfect entry point into the island lifestyle, this charming, updated home is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Property details
- Type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Year built
- 1985
- Interior
- 1,008 sqft
- Lot size
- 4,486.68 sqft
- Acreage
- 0.10 acres
- Garage
- None
- Days on market
- 67
- Total association fees
- None
- CDD
- None
- Est. taxes (1.4%)
- $4,095/yr
- Flood zone (area est.)
- Yes · High risk (AE)
- Storm protection
- None listed
- Exposure
- East
- Waterfront
- No
- Gulf access
- No
- Gulf access type
- N/A
- Pool
- No
- Spa
- No
- Natural gas
- No
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- New construction
- No
- Pets
- Yes
- County
- Lee
Flood risk shown is an area-level estimate and can differ from a specific unit's actual FEMA designation (which varies by structure and elevation). Look up this address on the FEMA Flood Map and verify with a licensed insurance agent before relying on it.
Based on the $/sqft of 6 comparable homes sold nearby in the last 12 months. Indicative, not an appraisal.
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Recently sold nearby
Closed comparable sales within ~1 mile in the last 12 months, similar price, size, beds/baths, and age.
| Address | Sold | Sold price | Beds/Baths | Sq ft | $/sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2727 Sanderling Court | Sep 2026 | $237,000 | 3/1 | 1,080 | $219 |
| 2561 York Road | Nov 2025 | $257,500 | 2/2 | 960 | $268 |
| 2831 York Road | Jan 2026 | $240,000 | 2/2 | 885 | $271 |
| 3673 Dewberry Lane | May 2026 | $280,000 | 2/2 | 928 | $302 |
| 2704 Patterson Court | Dec 2025 | $285,000 | 2/2 | 1,099 | $259 |
| 3932 Phoenix Drive | May 2026 | $300,000 | 2/2 | 1,140 | $263 |
| Average | 6 comps | $266,583 | $264 |
Market trends, St James City
Median of closed MLS sales each month over the available window. Months with too few sales are omitted; the range extends automatically as more sales close.
Live area medians from the MLS · see all listings. Indicative, not an appraisal.
Price & status history
Up $17,600 (6.4%) from the original list price.
| Sep 17, 2026 | Price increasedfrom $250,000 | $292,500 |
| Sep 17, 2026 | Back on market | |
| Jun 9, 2026 | Listed | $274,900 |
The good, the trade-offs & the location
- Built 1985 — pre-2002 construction may carry older wind codes and higher insurance
- In a higher-risk flood zone (AE) — flood insurance likely required
- No garage listed
Straight-line distances to major SWFL amenities, approximate; actual drive times vary.
Nearby schools
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