Baymeadows Homes for Sale — Gated Golf Communities, Country Club Living & Central Southside Convenience

Baymeadows is where Jacksonville's country club lifestyle meets Southside convenience. Home to Deerwood Country Club — the city's first gated community, established in the 1960s — and Deercreek Country Club, plus a growing collection of gated neighborhoods, the Baymeadows corridor delivers golf, tennis, and resort-style amenities just 5 minutes from St. Johns Town Center and 15–20 minutes from the beaches.

The area also anchors Jacksonville's largest suburban employment corridor — Deerwood Park and Gate Parkway house Blue Cross Blue Shield, Bank of America, Deutsche Bank, FIS, and more. From affordable condos to custom country club estates on half-acre lots, Baymeadows offers gated living at the center of everything. Explore the latest listings below.

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Explore Nearby Communities

Baymeadows sits at the intersection of several popular Jacksonville areas. Browse nearby communities for different price points, school districts, and lifestyles.

Southside

Overlaps to the north. St. Johns Town Center, Tinseltown, wider price range, more condos and townhomes, same convenient access.

San Marco / San Jose

Historic walkable charm northwest. San Marco Square dining, riverfront estates, Epping Forest, Bolles School, 1920s architecture.

Intracoastal West

24+ subdivisions east. Tamaya, Glen Kernan, eTown, Queens Harbour. Newer gated communities, closer to the Intracoastal and beaches.

Mandarin

Established family community southwest. Larger lots, mature trees, St. Johns River access, lower price points, suburban feel.

Ponte Vedra Beach

Luxury coastal living 20 minutes east. TPC Sawgrass, oceanfront estates, A-rated St. Johns County schools, resort lifestyle.

Beauclerc

Riverfront neighborhood west. St. Johns River bluff homes, established character, peaceful setting, Beauclerc Country Club.

Nocatee

America's top-selling community 25 minutes south. Water parks, trails, St. Johns County schools, new construction.

Bartram

Master-planned communities south via 9B. Bartram Springs, resort amenities, family-focused, accessible prices.

Baymeadows Community Snapshot

Jacksonville's premier gated golf corridor — where country club elegance meets Southside convenience and the city's largest employment hub.

Price Range & Property Types

  • Condos & townhomes: $150,000–$400,000 (gated, resort-style pools)
  • Single-family gated neighborhoods: $350,000–$600,000
  • Deercreek Country Club: $400,000–$1M+ (1,630–6,500+ sq ft)
  • Deerwood Country Club: $400,000–$1.5M+ (0.25–5+ acre lots)
  • 55+ active adult: Del Webb Sweetwater from mid $300,000s
  • Zip code: 32256 • Duval County

Location & Commute

  • 5–7 min to St. Johns Town Center & Tinseltown
  • 15–20 min to Jacksonville Beach via JTB (SR 202)
  • 20 min to downtown Jacksonville via I-95 North
  • 5–10 min to Deerwood Park & Gate Parkway offices
  • 25 min to Ponte Vedra Beach • 15 min to Mandarin
  • Access via I-95, I-295/9B, JTB (SR 202), Baymeadows Rd, Southside Blvd

Golf, Tennis & Recreation

  • Deerwood Country Club — 18-hole course, 16 clay tennis courts, 25K sq ft clubhouse
  • Deercreek Country Club — championship golf, gated community
  • 80+ golf courses within the greater Jacksonville area
  • Fort Family Regional Park — soccer, football, tennis, pickleball, basketball, fishing
  • Deerwood Rotary Children's Park • community pools & fitness centers
  • Topgolf & iFly Jacksonville within 10 minutes

Schools & Education

  • Twin Lakes Academy Elementary & Middle School
  • Mandarin Oaks Elementary (Deercreek zone)
  • Atlantic Coast High School — A-minus rated, Niche top 5 standout
  • Jacksonville Country Day School — private K–8, adjacent to Deerwood
  • FSCJ Deerwood campus • UNF 10 minutes away
  • Career pathways: digital tech, engineering, game development

Employment & Economy

  • Deerwood Park business corridor — Jacksonville's largest suburban office market
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida (GuideWell) • Bank of America
  • Deutsche Bank • FIS • FBI regional office
  • Gate Parkway • Prominence Office Park (54 acres)
  • Most residents commute 5–10 minutes to work
  • Baymeadows Road commercial corridor — diverse retail, restaurants, groceries

Who Lives in Baymeadows?

Baymeadows attracts buyers who want country club amenities without sacrificing convenience. Golf enthusiasts choose Deerwood and Deercreek for the courses, clubhouses, and the gated lifestyle. Professionals and executives working in the Deerwood Park and Gate Parkway corridor love the 5–10 minute commutes. Families are drawn to gated neighborhoods like Hampton Glen, Copperleaf, and Tidal Pointe for the community feel, pools, and proximity to Jacksonville Country Day School and Atlantic Coast High. Active adults and retirees enjoy the 55+ Del Webb Sweetwater community within Deerwood. Condo and townhome buyers — first-timers, investors, and downsizers — appreciate the area's gated options with resort-style amenities from the $150,000s. The result is a diverse, well-established community where gated living, golf culture, and Southside convenience intersect.

Why Baymeadows?

Baymeadows delivers something rare in Jacksonville: established gated golf community living at the geographic center of the city's best amenities. Deerwood Country Club, the city's first and most prestigious gated community, offers half-acre lots, ancient oaks, and a private 18-hole course just 5 minutes from St. Johns Town Center. Deercreek brings championship golf and wetland preserve views in a gated setting. The Deerwood Park and Gate Parkway business corridor puts thousands of jobs within a 10-minute drive — or a golf-cart ride for some residents. I-95, JTB, and I-295/9B converge here, putting the beaches 15 minutes east and downtown 20 minutes north. Where new master-planned communities trade character for amenities, Baymeadows offers mature oak canopies, diverse architectural styles, and neighborhoods that have built genuine community over decades.

Your Guide to Living in Baymeadows

Daily Life in Baymeadows

Mornings in Baymeadows might start with an early tee time at Deerwood or Deercreek, followed by coffee at one of the many cafes along Baymeadows Road. The Deerwood Park and Gate Parkway office corridor is minutes away for commuters — many residents work at Blue Cross Blue Shield, Bank of America, Deutsche Bank, or FIS without ever getting on a highway. After work, St. Johns Town Center is a 5-minute drive for shopping and dining, and Tinseltown adds Cinemark IMAX and nightlife. Baymeadows Road itself is a diverse dining corridor — from Greek at the Athenian Owl to Indian at 5th Element to Patel Brothers for international groceries. Weekends bring tennis at Deerwood's 16 clay courts, soccer and pickleball at Fort Family Regional Park, or a 15-minute drive to the beach via JTB.

Homes & Real Estate

The Baymeadows area centers on zip code 32256 and stretches along Baymeadows Road from I-95 east to I-295. The real estate is anchored by two prestigious golf communities but includes a wide range of housing styles and price points.

Deerwood Country Club

Jacksonville's first gated community • ~950 homes • $400K–$1.5M+ • 0.25–5+ acre lots • 18-hole golf, 16 clay tennis courts • Two staffed guard gates • Est. 1960s

Deercreek Country Club

Gated golf community • 767 homes • $400K–$1M+ • 1,630–6,500+ sq ft • Championship golf • Wetland preserve views • Est. 1986–2005

Family & Gated Neighborhoods

Hampton Glen, East Hampton, Copperleaf, Tidal Pointe, Wells Creek, James Island • $250K–$600K+ • Community pools, playgrounds • Modern floorplans

Featured neighborhoods include: Deerwood Golf & CC, Deercreek Golf & CC, James Island, East Hampton, Hampton Glen, Copperleaf, Reedy Branch Plantation, Tidal Pointe at Southside, Timberlin Parc, Wells Creek, Monterey Pines, and Williamstown.

Location & Commuting

Baymeadows sits at the crossroads of Jacksonville's major corridors:

I-95, JTB (SR 202), I-295/9B, Baymeadows Road, and Southside Boulevard all serve the area. The I-295/9B extension has improved access to St. Johns County, Nocatee, and Bartram. The central location means most daily needs — groceries, dining, healthcare, entertainment — are within 5–10 minutes without getting on a highway.

Schools & Education

Baymeadows is served by Duval County Public Schools. Atlantic Coast High School is the area's standout — rated A-minus by Niche and ranked among the top 5 standout high schools in the Jacksonville area, with career pathways in digital technology, engineering, game development, and video production. Twin Lakes Academy serves elementary and middle school students. Mandarin Oaks Elementary serves the Deercreek zone. Jacksonville Country Day School (private, K–8) is one of Jacksonville's most popular private day schools and sits adjacent to Deerwood with a private drop-off entrance within the community. Florida State College at Jacksonville operates a Deerwood campus, and the University of North Florida is 10 minutes away.

Buying a Home in Baymeadows

Baymeadows offers clear tiers for every budget. Condos and townhomes in gated communities along Gate Parkway and Baymeadows Road start in the $150,000–$350,000 range with resort-style pools, fitness centers, and modern finishes. Established single-family neighborhoods like Hampton Glen (1990s homes, 1,588–3,910 sq ft) and East Hampton (900 homes with block construction, clubhouse, pool, tennis, basketball, soccer, playground) offer family-sized homes in the $350,000–$600,000 range. Deercreek Country Club brings gated golf community living from $400,000 to over $1 million, with homes ranging from 1,630 to 6,500+ square feet and wetland preserve views. Deerwood Country Club is the crown jewel — Jacksonville's first gated community with lots averaging half an acre (up to 5+ acres in the Estates section), diverse architectural styles from the 1960s through new custom builds, and prices from the $400,000s to $1.5 million+. Newer additions include Tidal Pointe, Wells Creek, and Timberlin Parc for modern floorplans in gated settings.

When Baymeadows May Not Be the Right Fit

  • If you want top-ranked public schools K–12: Atlantic Coast High is strong, but elementary and middle options don't match St. Johns County. Consider Nocatee, Julington Creek, or Ponte Vedra Beach for Florida's #1 district.
  • If you want walkable urban character: Baymeadows is suburban and car-dependent. San Marco, Riverside/Avondale, or downtown Jacksonville offer walkable dining and culture.
  • If you want ocean proximity: The beaches are 15–20 minutes east. Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, or Atlantic Beach put sand at your doorstep.
  • If you want all-new construction: While some newer communities exist, Deerwood and Deercreek are established. Nocatee, eTown, or Wells Creek offer the newest builds.

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Compare Baymeadows to Other Jacksonville Communities

Baymeadows brings gated golf community living to Jacksonville's most central location. Here's how it compares to nearby alternatives:

Southside

Overlaps Baymeadows' northern edge. Broader area with more condos, townhomes, and newer developments from $150K. The Southside page covers the St. Johns Town Center and Tinseltown corridor. Baymeadows adds the gated golf community element that Southside proper doesn't offer.

Intracoastal West

Extends east from Baymeadows toward the Intracoastal. Tamaya, Glen Kernan, eTown, and Queens Harbour offer newer gated communities with resort amenities at $400K–$800K+. Intracoastal West delivers newer construction and beach proximity; Baymeadows delivers established golf culture and lower entry points.

Nocatee

25 minutes south via 9B. America's top-selling master-planned community with water parks, 31+ miles trails, and A-rated St. Johns County schools. Nocatee offers new construction and resort amenities ($400K–$2M); Baymeadows offers established golf communities, a more central location, and Duval County taxes.

Ponte Vedra Beach

20–25 minutes east via JTB. Jacksonville's premier luxury coastal market with TPC Sawgrass, oceanfront estates, and top-rated schools. Ponte Vedra delivers beach/golf prestige at $500K–$10M+; Baymeadows delivers comparable gated golf living at significantly lower prices with a more central location.

The Baymeadows Advantage

Baymeadows is the only area in Jacksonville where you can live in a gated country club community with an 18-hole championship golf course, drive 5 minutes to the region's premier shopping destination (St. Johns Town Center), commute 5–10 minutes to your office in the city's largest employment corridor, and reach the beach in 15–20 minutes. Deerwood Country Club has anchored this neighborhood for over 60 years, and Deercreek adds a second championship golf option. Add condos from the $150,000s, family neighborhoods from the $350,000s, and Jacksonville Country Day School adjacent to the gates — and Baymeadows delivers country club living without sacrificing a thing. Get a free home evaluation or schedule a consultation with the Reel Keeper Home Team.

Frequently Asked Questions About Baymeadows

Where is the Baymeadows area?

Baymeadows is located on Jacksonville's Southside, approximately 10–15 miles southeast of downtown. The area stretches along Baymeadows Road (SR 152) from I-95 east to I-295, with Southside Boulevard running through its center. It's bordered by J. Turner Butler Boulevard (JTB/SR 202) to the north and extends south toward Philips Highway (US 1). The primary zip code is 32256, Duval County. The area sits at the convergence of I-95, I-295/9B, JTB, Baymeadows Road, and Southside Boulevard, making it one of Jacksonville's most connected locations.

What is Deerwood Country Club?

Deerwood Country Club is Jacksonville's first and most established gated community, built in the 1960s by the Skinner family. Located at the corner of Baymeadows Road and Southside Boulevard, it features approximately 950 homes on lots averaging half an acre (up to 5+ acres in the Estates section), a private 18-hole golf course, a 25,000-square-foot clubhouse, 16 lighted clay tennis courts, a fitness center, pool, and playground. Two fully staffed guard entrances provide 24-hour security. Jacksonville Country Day School has a private entrance within the community. Fun fact: President Gerald Ford and Egyptian President Anwar Sadat met here in 1975, and the first Tournament Players Championship of Jacksonville was played on its course.

What is Deercreek Country Club?

Deercreek Country Club is a gated golf community located off Southside Boulevard in the Baymeadows area. Built between 1986 and 2005, it features approximately 767 homes ranging from 1,630 to over 6,500 square feet, with a championship golf course, clubhouse, and wetland preserve views throughout the community. There are no CDD fees. Homes typically range from $400,000 to over $1 million. Schools include Mandarin Oaks Elementary, Twin Lakes Academy Middle School, and Atlantic Coast High School. St. Johns Town Center and Tinseltown are 5–7 minutes away.

How much do homes cost in Baymeadows?

Baymeadows offers a wide range. Condos and townhomes in gated communities start around $150,000–$350,000 with resort-style amenities. Single-family homes in neighborhoods like Hampton Glen, East Hampton, and Copperleaf run $350,000–$600,000. Deercreek Country Club ranges from $400,000 to over $1 million. Deerwood Country Club homes start above $400,000, with custom estates on large lots reaching $1.5 million+. The average home price in the Deerwood community is approximately $665,000. Del Webb Sweetwater (55+) starts in the mid $300,000s.

What schools serve Baymeadows?

Baymeadows is served by Duval County Public Schools. Twin Lakes Academy Elementary and Middle School are the primary zoned public schools. Mandarin Oaks Elementary serves the Deercreek zone. Atlantic Coast High School (A-minus rated by Niche, top 5 standout) offers career pathways in digital technology, engineering, game development, and video production. Jacksonville Country Day School (private K–8) is adjacent to Deerwood with a private entrance. Florida State College at Jacksonville has a Deerwood campus, and the University of North Florida is about 10 minutes away.

What employers are near Baymeadows?

Baymeadows sits adjacent to Jacksonville's largest suburban employment hub. The Deerwood Park and Gate Parkway corridors house Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida (GuideWell), Bank of America, Deutsche Bank, FIS (Fidelity National Information Services), and the FBI's regional office. Prominence Office Park adds a 54-acre commercial campus near I-95. Baptist Health, Mayo Clinic (15 minutes), and UF Health are nearby medical employers. Most Baymeadows residents commute 5–10 minutes to these major employers without getting on a highway.

Is Baymeadows good for golf?

Baymeadows is Jacksonville's premier golf address. Deerwood Country Club features a private 18-hole course that hosted the original Tournament Players Championship before it moved to TPC Sawgrass. Deercreek Country Club offers a second championship course. Beyond these two anchor communities, there are over 80 golf courses within the greater Jacksonville area, and Baymeadows' central location provides easy access to most of them. TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach is just 20–25 minutes east. For non-golfers, Topgolf is 10 minutes north near Town Center.

What is Hampton Glen?

Hampton Glen at Deerwood is a family-friendly community located off East Baymeadows Road between Southside Boulevard and I-295. Built between 1990 and 1996, it features homes from 1,588 to 3,910 square feet with no CDD fees. The community offers its own amenities and is centrally located to shopping, restaurants, Tinseltown, and St. Johns Town Center. Schools include Twin Lakes Academy Elementary, Twin Lakes Academy Middle School, and Atlantic Coast High School. It's one of the most sought-after non-golf gated neighborhoods in the Baymeadows area.

How far is Baymeadows from the beach?

Jacksonville Beach is approximately 15–20 minutes east via J. Turner Butler Boulevard (JTB/SR 202), which connects directly to the beach. Atlantic Beach and Neptune Beach are about 20–25 minutes. Ponte Vedra Beach is 25 minutes via JTB to A1A South. Baymeadows' position along JTB makes it one of the closest inland areas to the coast — a major draw for residents who want beach proximity without beach prices or St. Johns County property taxes.

Are there 55+ communities in Baymeadows?

Yes. Sweetwater by Del Webb is a premier 55+ active adult community within the broader Baymeadows/Deerwood area. It offers gated living with resort-style amenities, a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, and organized social activities. Homes start in the mid $300,000s with low-maintenance designs and open floorplans. Sandpiper Village Condominiums is another 55+ option in the area. The central location gives active adults easy access to healthcare (Baptist Health, Mayo Clinic minutes away), shopping (St. Johns Town Center), dining, and entertainment without long drives.

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