Residential Land for Sale in Crescent City, Florida

This 0.4-acre property in Putnam County, Florida offers buildable residential potential with dirt/gravel road access, level wooded terrain, and R-2 zoning allowing diverse housing options minutes from Crescent Lake and the St. Johns River.

Flexible owner financing options available!

The property features direct access via Lar Lane through dirt/gravel road with easy entry to the 17,424 square foot parcel. The level, wooded terrain at approximately 25 feet elevation sits outside FEMA flood zones, simplifying site preparation and permitting. Located in Char-Lar Estates subdivision outside city limits, the property provides rural privacy while maintaining proximity to waterways and outdoor recreation.

R-2 Residential zoning permits single-family homes, mobile homes, manufactured homes, and tiny homes with 400 square foot minimum requirements. Short-term rentals are allowed. RVs are permitted on property but not for full-time residency. Camping is allowed overnight or weekends only with no waste dumping. Building permits remain valid for six months, requiring timely construction planning. Building setbacks require 40 feet front (66 feet on row roads), 10 feet rear, 5 feet sides, with 18-foot row on the south end.

Electricity is available in the area through regional providers requiring buyer verification. Well drilling is required for water supply, while septic installation mandates Aerobic Treatment Unit (ATU) systems for parcels under one acre, following local permitting standards with plan submission and soil evaluation. Annual property taxes run approximately $130.70 with no known HOA restrictions.

Located minutes from Crescent Lake and the St. Johns River, the property provides convenient access to water-based recreation, marinas, and public boat ramps. Nearby Dunns Creek State Park, Welaka State Forest, and multiple outdoor recreation sites offer hiking, boating, and nature access within short drives. Crescent City provides schools, grocery stores, and essential services, while Palm Coast sits 50 minutes away, St. Augustine one hour, and Daytona Beach 1 hour 15 minutes via FL-15, US-1, and I-95 corridors.

Putnam County's central position between Jacksonville and Orlando places major airports, medical centers, and employment hubs within manageable travel distance while maintaining access to lakes, forests, and trail systems throughout the region.

Contact us today to learn about private financing options and discover how this Crescent City lot in the heart of Florida can be yours!