4,495 Sq. Ft.
$345 / Sq. Ft.
4,495
Sq. Ft.
$345
per Sq. Ft.

Description

History & Romance abound! Step into this 1925 castle that dreams are made of. Designed and built by renowned sculptor Charles A. Pillar for his home and studio. The property is currently one of the area's most unique and beautiful homes, just minutes from the sands of Vilano Beach and Matanzas Inlet, and historic downtown St. Augustine. The castle boasts almost 5,000 sq ft of beautifully designed rooms, with recent updates to meet modern comfort standards. This 4-bedroom, 4-bath home lives large...History & Romance abound! Step into this 1925 castle that dreams are made of. Designed and built by renowned sculptor Charles A. Pillar for his home and studio. The property is currently one of the area's most unique and beautiful homes, just minutes from the sands of Vilano Beach and Matanzas Inlet, and historic downtown St. Augustine. The castle boasts almost 5,000 sq ft of beautifully designed rooms, with recent updates to meet modern comfort standards. This 4-bedroom, 4-bath home lives large and is currently a residence and successful short-term rental. For generational living or an in-law suite, there is a separate entrance. This is the perfect home for family gatherings and entertaining. Come and live your dream in this turn key, well maintained fully furnished property Qualified buyers, Showings by appointment
  1. Listed by Bonne Jones • Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Florida Network Realty • Cell: 904-669-1449

Property Details for 16 May Street

Subdivision/Condo
Nelmar Terrace
Zoning
res
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 03/25/2026 06:37 AM

Property Details for 16 May Street

StatusActive
MLS #260764
Days on Market70
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,495 SF
CountySt. Johns County

Location

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Building Information for 16 May Street

Stories3Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,495 SF

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$9,133 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,805

Property Taxes

$1,328

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 16 May Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: 03
  • Fips Code: 12109
  • Geo Match Code: 0
  • Geo Matched Method: 0
  • Geo Quality: 1
  • Geo Zoom Level: 16
Taxes and HOA Information
  • CDD: No
  • Lvt Date: 02-14-2026
  • Tax Year: 2025
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Acres: 0.28
  • Acreage: N/A
  • Lot Size: 12197
  • Parcel Id: 154060-0000
Property and Assessments
  • Stories: 3
  • Legal Description: 2-1 NELMAR TERRACE LOT 28 OR5877/1761
  • New Construction: No
  • Sign: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Split Plan: Yes
Bedroom Information
  • Mbdrm Level: 2
Exterior Features
  • Screened Porch: No
Rent Information
Lease/Rent Information
  • Directions: San Marco Avenue, east on May Street. The castle is on the north side of the second block. driveway goes through to the alley for easy exit

Property History for 16 May Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 25, 2026

Price Change

SASJMLS #260764

$1,550,000
Feb 14, 2026

Price Change

SASJMLS #260764

$1,565,000
Feb 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

SASJMLS #260764

$1,550,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/25/2026

Price Change

SASJMLS #260764

$1,550,000
02/14/2026

Price Change

SASJMLS #260764

$1,565,000
02/14/2026

Listed (Active)

SASJMLS #260764

$1,550,000

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Public Records for 16 May Street

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$15,932 ($1,328 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,495 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,495 SqFtStories3Lot Size12,197 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1995CountyST. JOHNSAPN154060 0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 16 May Street

This home is within St. Johns.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 8 to 12
Charter - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Ketterlinus Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Sebastian Middle School
Public6 to 8

St. Augustine High School
Public8 to 12

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16 May Street is a single family home for sale in St. Augustine, FL 32084. This property was listed for sale on February 14, 2026 by Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Florida Network Realty, it's currently listed at $1,550,000. It has been on the market for a total of 70 days and was last sold on December 18, 2023. This listing's school district is St. Johns. Nearby schools include Ketterlinus Elementary School, Sebastian Middle School and St. Augustine High School. 16 May Street is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 4,495 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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