Building Homes in St. Augustine Beach, FL
G.J. Gardner Homes St. Augustine, owned and operated by Eric Fundora, builds custom homes right here on Anastasia Island in St. Augustine Beach. From SeaGrove to Marsh Creek, our team works alongside you to shape a home that fits your lifestyle, your lot, and the way coastal living actually works in the 32080 zip code. Whether you are buying your first home or rebuilding on land you already own, we are close by and ready to help.
What makes building in St. Augustine Beach different
Building on a barrier island asks more of a home than building inland, and that shapes nearly every decision we make here. The salt air off the Atlantic is hard on fasteners, finishes, and exterior metal, so material choices that work a few miles west may not hold up near Ocean Hammock Park or the St. Johns County Ocean Pier. We plan for corrosion resistance, careful flashing, and exteriors meant to stand up to wind-driven rain.
Much of St. Augustine Beach sits in flood-prone and wind-exposed territory, which means elevation requirements, flood-zone considerations, and Florida's coastal wind-load rules frequently come into play. For many lots that influences foundation type, the height of the finished floor, and how a home is tied together from footing to roof. Neighborhoods like Marsh Creek, Sea Colony, and Magnolia Dunes also carry their own HOA guidelines covering setbacks, heights, and exterior appearance, and we are glad to work within those standards so your project moves smoothly through approval.
The land itself varies more than people expect. You will find sandy, well-draining dune soils in places like Anastasia Dunes and Sandpiper Village, and lower, marsh-influenced ground closer to the tidal creeks. Each calls for a different approach to grading, drainage, and site prep. A split-level design can turn an uneven or sloped lot into an advantage, while on a tighter infill parcel a thoughtful layout keeps the home comfortable without crowding the property line.
Services we offer in St. Augustine Beach
- Custom Homes — Collaborate with our designers to bring your own vision to life, tailored to your lot and the coastal setting around it.
- First Homes — Straightforward guidance for first-time buyers, including help understanding grants and the options available as you plan your build.
- House and Land Packages — Convenient pairings of a building lot with one of our home designs, so you can move forward with fewer moving parts.
- Knock Down Rebuild — Replace an older or storm-worn house with a brand-new home on the land you already love, instead of leaving the neighborhood.
- Dual Living Homes — Practical two-household layouts under one roof, ideal for extended family or flexible living near the beach.
- Split Level Homes — Smart solutions that make the most of sloped or uneven lots found throughout the island.
Every one of these is built the same way: with quality materials, skilled trade partners, and a personalized process that keeps you informed from the first drawing to the final walkthrough.
Local, reliable, and nearby
Being based in St. Augustine means we are only a short drive across the bridge to your job site, not hours away. That closeness matters when you want to meet at the lot, review progress, or talk through a change. Eric Fundora and the team know this stretch of the coast well, from the quieter residential pockets near Ocean Woods and Ocean Oaks to the busier areas around St. Augustine Beach City Hall, the St. Augustine Amphitheatre, and Lakeside Park. We understand how island weather, traffic patterns around the pier, and county permitting all affect a build timeline, and we plan around them rather than letting them catch you by surprise.
We believe your home should reflect who you are and how you want to live, whether that is a relaxed beach retreat near SeaGrove or a spacious family home in Marsh Creek. When you build with us, you get a local builder who listens, offers honest advice, and stays with you every step of the way.
Ready to talk about building in St. Augustine Beach? Call us at (904) 906-5136 and let's start planning your new home.
