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The year 2025 was a fruitful one for St. John real estate. Nearly $100 million of real estate traded between Jan. 1, 2025 and Dec. 31, 2025. That’s pretty impressive for an island that’s not even 20 square miles. Here is a quick real estate wrap up for the year 2025:

Residential Sales in 2025 

Forty eight residential properties sold in 2025, totaling $79,525,500. The least expensive residential property that sold was hurricane damaged and included a small, off grid cottage. That property sold for $255,000. The most expensive home sold was 2A Peter Bay. The selling price for that property was a whopping $10.5 million.

Five homes sold for under $500,000 in 2025. Two of the five were either hurricane damaged or a handyman’s special. Thirteen properties sold between $500,001 and $999,999. Nineteen properties sold between $1 million and $1,999,999. Six properties sold between $2 million and $2,999,999. Four properties sold in the $3 million range.

Condo Sales in 2025 

Nine condos sold in 2025, totaling $8,405,000 in sales. The least expensive condo sale was an adorable, one-bedroom at Sunset Ridge. That sold for $500,000. The most expensive condo that sold in 2025 was a one bedroom at Gallows Point. That sold for $1.5 million. Five condos sold for $1 million or less in 2025.

Land Sales in 2025 

Twenty three land parcels sold in 2025, ranging in price from $58,000 to $315,000. I currently have three great land parcels listed for sale. Check them out:

8-36 Emmaus, Coral Bay 

This quarter-acre lot is located in the Seagrape Hill subdivision, which you enter from Route 10 (Centerline Road) just before Skinny Legs in Coral Bay. This property is priced to sell at $99,000. Owner financing may be available to qualified buyers, making this an even more attractive buy. This property is accessed from fully paved roads, and there are utilities nearby. It has westerly views of Coral Bay harbor in addition to lush valley views.

Here is a link to the full listing: https://www.flexmls.com/share/CzzmB/8-36-Emmaus-Coral-Bay-St-John-US-VI-00830

10-25F Carolina, Coral Bay 

This .35-acre parcel has beautiful views of Coral Bay harbor, the Sir Francis Drake Channel, the British Virgin Islands and beyond. This lot is located on Bordeaux Mountain and faces east. Access is relatively easy, as well. The current owners have expired house plans that they would provide to the new owners. Obtaining architectural plans is an integral part of the house-building process, so this is a big advantage that will save you time and money. This property is listed for $115,000.

Here is a link to the full listing: https://www.flexmls.com/share/DObKF/10-25f-Carolina-Coral-Bay-St-John-US-VI-00830

6-o-37 Hansen Bay

This .51-acre parcel is located in the exclusive Dreeket’s Bay Estates subdivision on St. John’s quiet East End. It has paved roads with beautiful stone walls, and underground utilities. There is access from above & below the lot, making construction easier & more accessible. It has panoramic 180-degree+ views of the British Virgin Islands, VI National Park & Round Bay. This property faces north/northwest, so it enjoys the island’s incredible sunsets in addition to its spectacular daytime views. It is listed for $199,000.

Here is a link to its full listing: https://www.flexmls.com/share/DObO8/6-o-37-Hansen-Bay-East-End-St-John-US-VI-00830

Commercial Sales in 2025 

Two commercial businesses sold in 2025, and 340 Real Estate was involved in both transactions. First, Sunshine Daydream Boat Charters sold for $1.5 million. Tammy Donnelly, owner of 340 Real Estate Co., represented the seller and the buyer. The St. John & St. Thomas Map and Guidebook also sold in 2025. The selling price was $200,000. Tammy Donnelly, owner of 340 Real Estate, represented the sellers.

Fractional/Timeshare Sales in 2025

Fourteen fractional/timeshare sales closed in 2025, totaling $147,425.

• Six sold at Grande Bay ranging from $5,000 to $35,000.
• Five sold at the Westin ranging from $4,000 to $12,000.
• Three sold at Sunset Ridge. Each sold for $4,875.

What’s Currently on the Market

• There are currently 84 properties listed for sale. The list prices range from $349,000 to $34,999,000.
• There are currently 17 condos listed for sale. The list prices range from $349,000 to $1.95 million.
• There are currently 169 land parcels listed for sale. The list prices range from $70,000 to $39,999,000.
• There are currently 91 fractional/timeshares listed for sale. The list prices range from $1 to $158,000.
• There are currently eight commercial opportunities available in St. John. There is a lease opportunity for $1,000 a month near the Westin. There is also a cleaning business, three restaurants, one boat charter, and two vacation rental/hotel properties available for sale. The prices for the businesses available for sale range from $120,000 to $29 million.

Are you interested in learning more about St. John Real Estate? Looking to purchase a property or perhaps list one that you already own? Please contact me at jenn@explorestj.com or call/text me at 203-376-3786. I am a licensed real estate agent with 340 Real Estate. I am happy to send you a list of what St. John real estate is available for sale if you are interested in that too.

And if you need a little more incentive, the average year-round temperature here is between 79 and 84 degrees. ☀️

One of the top questions I receive is, do I have to rent a vehicle when staying on St. John? We do have plenty of taxis, but it isn’t always easy to locate a taxi to pick you up from your accommodation. Therefore, it is best stay directly in Cruz Bay or over at the Westin if you prefer to rely on the taxis rather than renting your own vehicle.

Where Do I find a Taxi? 

The taxis park at the ferry dock in Cruz Bay. They are there morning, noon and night. Simply walk over, and tell them where you’d like to go. It’s that simple. Sometimes you can find a taxi parked in the small lot across from Morgan’s Mango or across from Mongoose Junction, too. They also park at Trunk Bay, Cinnamon Bay and Maho Bay. Taxis in St. John are cash only.

The taxis all charge the same price. A ride from the ferry dock to Trunk Bay is $9 per person when traveling in a group of two or more. A ride to Maho Bay is $12 per person, again, when you are traveling in a group of two or more. Click here to see a full list of taxi fares.

Where To Stay – The Westin

Let’s start with the Westin. It is located just outside of Cruz Bay. It’s roughly a five or so minute ride from the ferry dock. (I do not recommend walking from the Westin to Cruz Bay due to a steep hill called Jacob’s Ladder.) There are always taxis waiting at the Westin to transport you to Cruz Bay, to the North Shore beaches (as far as Maho Bay) or to the Windmill Bar on Centerline Road (more so late afternoon and evening, as opposed to during the day for the Windmill). It’s tough to get a ride beyond those places. Staying at the Westin is a great choice if you want to rely on taxis, but keep in mind that the taxi fares will add up. It costs $7 per person to ride from the Westin to Cruz Bay. That’s $56 for a family of four to go to Cruz Bay for dinner, for example. Just something to think about…

Where to Stay – Cruz Bay

When you are staying in Cruz Bay, there are a few key things to look out for, specifically the hills. St. John is a very hilly island. There are numerous accommodations that market themselves as being in Cruz Bay and having an “easy walk to town.” What some of these rentals fail to mention is that there are very steep hills that you need to walk up or down during that easy walk to town.

Click here to read Accommodations FYI: Beware of the Easy Walk to Town. 

If you want to stay in Cruz Bay, utilize the taxis, and avoid steep hills, the following places are great options.

• Grande Bay – completely flat
• Wharfside Hotel – completely flat
• Cruz Bay Boutique Hotel – completely flat
• Gallows Point – small hill
• Lavender Hill – small hill
• Cruz Bay Apartments (on AirBNB only, I believe) – completely flat
• Donald Schnell’s Artistic Lofts – very small hill
• St. John Inn – small hill
• Tamarind Inn – small hill
• Love City Lofts – small hill
• Dolphin Suites – small hill
• Garden By the Sea – small hill and a bit of a longer walk, but a great place to stay
• The Saint – small hill

*When I say small hill, it’s one that my seven-year-old walks up and doesn’t even complain that he’s walking uphill. It’s that small.  

The taxis do not regularly drive out to Coral Bay or beyond. There is a bus that does go to Coral Bay and Salt Pont. (The bus does not go to the North Shore beaches.) We do not have Uber or Lift on St. John.

Explore STJ Island Tours

I’ve been offering island tours since early 2017 (the good ole days!), and I would love to show you the island if you do not rent a vehicle. Or of you are renting a vehicle and want to familiarize yourself with the island, I can do that too. I offer three and five hour tours. You can learn more at www.explorestj.com/tour.

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If there is something regarding St. John that you would like to know more about, please email me at jenn@explorestj.com. I am happy to help. I am also a licensed real estate agent with 340 Real Estate if you are looking to purchase a piece of paradise.

Jolly Dog, Coral Bay’s popular clothing and souvenir shop, now has a new location in Cruz Bay!

Jolly Dog recently opened its doors over at The Marketplace. It’s located on the first floor, right near Starfish Market. I stopped by the new location earlier this week, and the store looks great! They have a variety of clothing, hats, sandals, stickers, sunscreens, and more. They also have an impressive selection of jewelry courtesy of their sister shop Zemi.

Check out a few pics:

The History of Jolly Dog

Jeff Donnelly first opened Jolly Dog in 1997 at Shipwreck Landing in Coral Bay. It took over a spot that was previously known as Coral Bay Cabana, a small space tucked beside the Tallship Trading Company, the spot most recently occupied by Pizzabar in Paradise. The second Jolly Dog opened over at Skinny Legs about eight months later. It took over the old Tutu Tango spot, which is where Mumbo Jumbo is today. The two spots were open for several years.

Jolly Dog opened at Isola Shoppes in March of 2017. Hurricane Irma hit later that year and destroyed the Skinny Legs store. At that point, Jeff decided to operate solely out of the Isola Shoppes location. That was until late last year when he reopened this new post at The Marketplace. I don’t know about you, but I love knowing the history of things.

When & How to Shop

Jolly Dog at The Marketplace is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. They are open on Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. They are open at Isola Shoppes Monday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Sundays from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Want to shop at Jolly Dog but you are not currently on island? Click here to check out their online store. 

Want to learn more about St. John? Take an island tour with me!

Learn more here –> www.explorestj.com/tour

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