NEIGHBORHOOD · ST. JOHNS COUNTY, FL
Vilano Beach real estate, represented properly.
Vilano Beach is a small, residential barrier-island community in St. Johns County, Florida, located across the Vilano Bridge from downtown St. Augustine and noted for its quiet beaches, walkable scale, and unhurried coastal rhythm.
Vilano Beach is the quiet alternative to its more famous neighbours. A narrow ribbon of barrier island north of the St. Augustine inlet, Vilano holds roughly six miles of low-density beach blocks, a small commercial node at the Town Center, and a meaningful slice of the First Coast's most affordable oceanfront opportunities.
The Vilano peninsula offers two coastlines — the Atlantic to the east and the Intracoastal Waterway/Tolomato River to the west — placing many parcels within a five-minute walk of both. North Beach and Porpoise Point hold the bulk of the legacy oceanfront cottages, while infill construction has accelerated since 2020.
As of 2026 the Vilano single-family median sits in the $625K–$825K range, with direct-oceanfront homes commonly transacting between $1.5M and $4.2M. Intracoastal estates and remaining beachfront lots represent the area's principal investment-grade opportunities.
The community is a 5-minute drive across the Francis & Mary Usina Bridge from downtown St. Augustine, putting historic district restaurants, the Castillo, and the city marina within close reach while preserving Vilano's distinct, slower character.
NEIGHBOURHOODS & ENCLAVES
Vilano Beach broken down by neighbourhood.
- 01
North Beach oceanfront
Legacy cottages and modern rebuilds along Coastal Highway and Capo Beach Avenue. $1.4M–$4.2M.
- 02
Porpoise Point
South-facing oceanfront and inlet-front lots with views toward the Castillo and Anastasia. $1.6M–$5M.
- 03
Vilano Town Center
Mixed-use core with small condos, beachfront access, and walkable shops. $400K–$900K.
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Intracoastal Vilano
Marsh-front and Tolomato River estates on the western side of the peninsula. $850K–$2.5M.
- 05
Sevilla Estates
Established residential pocket with shorter-distance beach access. $550K–$1.1M.
VILANO BEACH · QUESTIONS
Vilano Beach — direct answers.
Where is Vilano Beach, Florida?
Vilano Beach is a barrier-island community in St. Johns County, Florida, directly across the Francis & Mary Usina Bridge from downtown St. Augustine. The peninsula sits between the Atlantic Ocean and the Tolomato River/Intracoastal Waterway, approximately 45 miles south of Jacksonville.
What is the median home price in Vilano Beach in 2026?
As of 2026 the median single-family sale price in Vilano Beach is between $625,000 and $825,000. Oceanfront homes commonly transact between $1.5 million and $4.2 million, depending on lot width, dune status, and rebuild condition. Intracoastal estates fall between $850K and $2.5M.
Is Vilano Beach a good place to invest in Florida real estate?
Vilano Beach is one of the most accessible entry points for true coastal Florida ownership in St. Johns County, with prices typically 30–50% below comparable Ponte Vedra Beach inventory. Limited remaining oceanfront lots and steady relocation demand make it a favoured target for buyers seeking long-hold appreciation rather than rental yield.
What is the closest large city to Vilano Beach?
Downtown St. Augustine is approximately 5 minutes by car across the Vilano Bridge. Jacksonville is approximately 45 miles north. Daytona Beach is approximately 65 miles south. Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) is roughly 50 minutes by car.
Who handles luxury real estate in Vilano Beach?
Ryan Raymond is a licensed Florida broker with eighteen years of experience across St. Johns County, including transactions in North Beach, Porpoise Point, and the Intracoastal Vilano corridor. He carries five-star verified reviews on Zillow and Google and has more than $425 million in closed volume.
OTHER NEIGHBORHOODS
Other neighborhoods on the First Coast.
NEIGHBORHOOD · $1.2M – $14M
Ponte Vedra Beach
Ponte Vedra Beach is an unincorporated luxury enclave in northern St. Johns County, Florida, defined by oceanfront estates, championship golf, and a low-density coastal feel about thirty minutes south of Jacksonville.
NEIGHBORHOOD · $475K – $5M
St. Augustine
St. Augustine is the oldest continuously inhabited European-founded city in the United States, located in St. Johns County on Florida's Atlantic coast roughly 40 miles south of Jacksonville.
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