Melissa Anderson - St. Johns County Real Estate

06/19/2026

Save this before you walk into ANY new construction model home in Florida. 📌

The biggest misconception about buying new construction? That the friendly person in the sales office represents you. They do not, and bringing your own agent (who IS) typically costs you nothing.

Swipe through for the 8 things to know before you tour. If you're relocating to St. Johns County and even considering new construction, save this and send me a message before you schedule that first visit. 📩

Melissa Anderson, REALTOR®
eXp Realty
📲 904.222.0668
💻 [email protected]

06/17/2026

06/17/2026

Thinking about new construction in St. Johns County? Read this first. 🏡

Here's something a lot of out-of-state buyers don't realize: when you walk into a new construction sales office, the person greeting you is a licensed real estate agent, but they work for the BUILDER, not you.

The good news? In almost every case, having your OWN buyer's agent costs you nothing, the builder pays the commission either way. The catch is timing: many builders require your agent to be registered before (or at) your very first visit to the community.

So if new construction is even a possibility for your move to St. Johns County, the smartest move is a quick conversation BEFORE you schedule that first tour, not after.

🎥 I put together a full breakdown on YouTube (link in comments) walking through exactly what your agent does for you in a new construction purchase, what to watch for in the contract, and how this works if you're moving from out of state.

Questions about your specific situation? Send me a message, happy to help, no pressure. 📩

Melissa Anderson, REALTOR®
eXp Realty
📲 904.222.0668
💻 [email protected]

06/16/2026

St. Johns County just became home for a Chicago family from 1,100 miles away 🌿

They found their dream new construction home on a visit, found me on Instagram, and the rest? We handled entirely from out of state.

I negotiated upgrades and finishes they didn't think were possible on a new build, attended every inspection and walk-through so they didn't have to fly back, and made sure everything was buttoned up before closing day. When moving day came, they had a checklist, a plan, and a familiar face ready to welcome them to NE Florida.

Two kids, one dog, and a smooth move from Chicago later, they're exactly where they wanted to be.

If you're thinking about relocating to St. Johns County and don't know where to start, this is what working together actually looks like. Send me a DM and let's talk. 🏡

Melissa Anderson, REALTOR®
eXp Realty
📲 904.222.0668
💻 [email protected]

06/13/2026

06/13/2026

06/12/2026

🏡 Thinking about 55+ active adult living in St. Johns County?

You have more options than you probably realize and they are NOT all the same.

Here's a quick cheat sheet I put together to help you find the right fit:

DEL WEBB NOCATEE — The premium pick. Newest homes, 22,000 sq ft Canopy Club, resort-style pool, inside the Nocatee master plan. Villas start in the $400s, single-family estates can push past $800K. Best for: buyers who want top-tier amenities and the newest product.

DEL WEBB PONTE VEDRA (RIVERWOOD) — The established pick. Same Nocatee location, ~2,000 homes, fully built-out social scene. Resales from $350K–$600K+. Best for: buyers who want an active community that's already thriving at a lower price point.

WATERSONG AT RIVERTOWN — The nature lover's pick. Along the St. Johns River. Kayak launch, biergarten, nature trails, riverside setting. Mattamy Homes, $395K–$500K+. Best for: buyers who want a quieter, nature-forward lifestyle with amazing value.

Del Webb at Saint Johns — For those looking to pick their lot and build. Newest Del Webb located in The Landings on the west side of St. Johns County.

Plus: Reverie at Trailmark, Del Webb Saint Johns, Reverie at Silverleaf, Stillwater, Bridge Bay at Bannon Lakes, all worth knowing.

The right community isn't the one with the best marketing. It's the one that matches YOUR lifestyle, YOUR budget, and YOUR vision for the next chapter.

I just posted a full breakdown video on my YouTube channel of all of these and more. Link in comments 👇

Or take my free community quiz and I'll tell you which one fits you best in 2 minutes: https://form.jotform.com/melissaanderson445/which-st-johns-county-55-community-

📞 904.222.0668 | Reach out anytime

06/12/2026

06/12/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT: International Golf Parkway 🚧

Motorists should be aware of upcoming nighttime traffic impacts on International Golf Parkway (IGP) as construction crews install a 42-inch reinforced concrete pipe and remove existing utility lines. Work is scheduled to occur nightly from approximately 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.

📅 June 14
• Eastbound IGP will be CLOSED between SR 16 and Mill Creek Academy.
• Drivers should follow posted detour signs.

📅 June 15-18
• Single-lane closures and a traffic shift will be in place in the westbound lanes.
• Please drive with caution and allow extra travel time.

We appreciate your patience as this work is completed. Please use caution and follow all posted signs when traveling through the work zone.