Jacksonville-based O'Steen Automotive Group has purchased a site in St. Johns County for $6.5 million as part of its regional expansion. The acquisition continues the company’s growth beyond its North Florida base, though development permits and approvals are still required before any operations begin.
According to the Jacksonville Business Journal, O'Steen Automotive Group finalized the purchase of the St. Johns County property on Tuesday for $6.5 million. The company is reportedly pursuing additional dealership acquisitions as part of its expansion into neighboring states.
Family-owned, local roots
O'Steen Automotive Group is a family-owned, multigenerational business operating Volvo, Volkswagen, Subaru, and Chrysler–Dodge–Jeep–Ram franchises in Northeast Florida and southern Georgia. The company’s website lists multiple showrooms and service centers in the Jacksonville area and emphasizes its family-owned structure and regional presence.
Expansion across the Southeast
The St. Johns County purchase is part of O'Steen Automotive Group’s broader Southeast expansion strategy, with executives pursuing additional franchise acquisitions. The report did not specify which brand will occupy the site or when dealership development might begin, leaving zoning, site preparation, and other approvals as the next steps.
What to watch next
County records will provide initial details about O'Steen’s plans for the site. St. Johns County property and permit records typically show new ownership information and upcoming site applications, and the property appraiser’s office maintains searchable online records for deeds and sales history.
The $6.5 million purchase indicates O'Steen Automotive Group’s continued investment in property as it expands beyond Jacksonville. Additional details are expected to emerge through county filings and future company announcements.
