Discover Homes in Jacksonville Golf & Country Club
Few gated communities in Jacksonville offer the combination of scale and landscaping that defines this one. At 732 acres with 11 miles of interior roads, Jax Golf and Country Club functions more like a small town than a typical subdivision. The tree canopy, freshwater lakes, and golf fairways give the neighborhood a consistent physical character that holds up across most of the property. Homes line the course, lakes, and preserves, and the open views that result are a meaningful part of what buyers are paying for here.
The community is member-owned, which matters in terms of how the club operates and how residents relate to its long-term direction. Club membership is optional and separate from the primary HOA, so buyers should understand that the full range of amenities, including dining and fitness facilities, requires that additional membership. The HOA fees, which run quarterly, cover community infrastructure and the base gated environment rather than full club access. That distinction is worth clarifying early in the buying process.
The Southside and Beaches corridors have become two of Jacksonville's more consistently active real estate markets, and this community sits at a useful midpoint between them. Beach Marine is nearby for boaters, and the Atlantic Ocean is roughly six miles to the east. The proximity to J. Turner Butler Boulevard, I-95, and I-295 keeps the community connected to the broader metro without putting major traffic directly on its doorstep.
What the Community Offers
Amenities here divide between the HOA-maintained common areas and the optional equity club facilities.
- 18-hole championship golf course threading through 26 lakes and preserves
- 26,000 square foot clubhouse (membership required for access)
- Ten lighted clay tennis courts
- Heated pool
- Fitness center with cardio equipment, weight training, aerobic room, massage, and personal training
- Dual attended entry gates
- Woodland Park, an in-community park with playground, basketball court, and sports field
- Pickleball courts
- Walking and jogging areas within the community
Getting Around
The location in the 32224 ZIP places residents between two of Jacksonville's most traveled east-west corridors, with several major destinations reachable in a short drive.
- J. Turner Butler Boulevard (JTB): direct access, primary east-west route to the beaches and I-95
- I-95: accessible via JTB, connects to downtown Jacksonville and points north and south
- I-295 beltway: accessible for northern and western destinations
- St. Johns Town Center: approximately 10 minutes west
- Mayo Clinic Jacksonville: nearby on the Southside corridor
- University of North Florida: close proximity off Hodges Boulevard
- Beach Marine and Atlantic Beach: roughly six miles east
Public Schools
Homes in Jacksonville Golf and Country Club are zoned for Duval County Public Schools. The primary zoned assignments are Chets Creek Elementary, Kernan Middle School, and Atlantic Coast High School. Some addresses within the community may be zoned for Kernan Trail Elementary or Sandalwood High School instead. Buyers should confirm the specific zoning for any address they are considering directly with Duval County Public Schools.
Buying Here
Homes in Jax Golf and Country Club are exclusively single-family residences, with sizes generally ranging from approximately 2,100 to just over 4,100 square feet. Recent sale prices have ranged from the mid-$500,000s to $1.6 million, reflecting the variation in lot position, size, and condition across the community. Active listings have generally been priced from the upper $600,000s into the low seven figures. At roughly $323 per square foot on average, the pricing reflects both the gated golf course environment and the Southside location. HOA fees are assessed quarterly and have generally run in the $790 to $972 range per quarter. Buyers should budget separately for optional club membership if they intend to use the golf, tennis, fitness, and dining facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is club membership required when buying a home in Jax Golf and Country Club?
No. The club operates as a member-owned equity club, and membership is optional. The HOA fee covers the gated community infrastructure, but access to the golf course, tennis courts, fitness center, heated pool, and clubhouse dining requires a separate club membership. Buyers should ask about current membership availability and costs as part of their due diligence.
- What are the HOA fees at Jacksonville Golf and Country Club?
HOA fees are assessed quarterly. Based on current listing data, fees have ranged from approximately $790 to $972 per quarter. These fees cover the community's gated entry and common area maintenance, not club amenity access, which is billed separately through optional club membership.
- What elementary school is zoned for Jax Golf and Country Club?
Most homes in the community are zoned for Chets Creek Elementary School. Some addresses may be zoned for Kernan Trail Elementary instead. Because zoning can vary by specific address within a larger community, buyers should verify the assignment for any particular home directly with Duval County Public Schools before making a decision based on school access.
- How far is Jax Golf and Country Club from the beach?
The community is located approximately six miles west of the Atlantic Ocean. Atlantic Beach and the surrounding beach communities are accessible via J. Turner Butler Boulevard, making the drive relatively direct from the community's location off Hodges Boulevard.
- What types of homes are available in Jacksonville Golf and Country Club?
All homes in the community are single-family residences. The housing stock was built between 1990 and 1997, and homes range from approximately 2,100 to just over 4,100 square feet. Many lots back to the golf course, freshwater lakes, or preserve areas. There is no new construction within the community.
