Deerwood Country Club Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL
Jacksonville's original guard-gated golf community, with larger lots, mature trees, and a wider price range than many newer gates.
Active Listings
22
Min List Price
$209K
Max List Price
$1.3M
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Deerwood is the gated community for buyers who value history, trees, and central access.
Deerwood Country Club does not feel like a new master-planned community, and that is part of the point. The trees are mature, the lots have room, and the homes reflect decades of Jacksonville architecture instead of one builder's product line. For the right buyer, that variety is the appeal.
The opportunity in Deerwood is value and flexibility inside a guard gate. You can find smaller residences, condos, golf-course homes, and larger estates in the same broader community. The tradeoff is that condition varies. Some homes are beautifully updated; others need real capital. A good Deerwood search is less about the gate and more about choosing the right house inside it.
Why Deerwood Still Belongs in the Conversation
Deerwood gives buyers a central Southside location, guard-gated privacy, golf and club context, and lot sizes that are hard to recreate in newer east Jacksonville communities. For buyers comparing price per square foot and total land feel, it can be compelling.
It is also one of the few gated golf communities in the broader market where buyers may see multiple product types, from condos to larger custom homes. That makes it useful for buyers who want the setting but do not need one narrow version of luxury.
What to Check Before Buying in Deerwood
Because Deerwood spans several decades of construction, due diligence should focus on roof age, systems, drainage, renovation quality, and whether the floor plan fits modern use. A lower list price can still be expensive if deferred maintenance is hiding in plain sight.
Buyers should also confirm current club membership options, HOA details, and any property-specific issues before comparing Deerwood to newer communities such as Tamaya, Seven Pines, or Glen Kernan.
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Active Listings
Are there homes for sale in Deerwood Country Club, Jacksonville, FL?
Active listings in Deerwood Country Club, Jacksonville, FL typically range from 15 to 30 properties at any given time within this guard-gated community in zip 32256. Deerwood is Jacksonville's oldest guard-gated community, established in 1962, with approximately 843 homes on a George Cobb-designed 18-hole golf course at 10239 Golf Club Drive. The community's scale and age diversity produce a price range spanning from $400,000 for smaller residences in the courtyard home sections to over $2 million for the largest custom estate properties on premier golf course lots. In 1975, Deerwood Country Club hosted talks between U.S. President Gerald Ford and Egyptian President Anwar Sadat — a historical footnote underscoring the community's long-standing prestige within the Jacksonville market. Duval County schools serve all Deerwood addresses. The community is approximately 20 minutes from the beach and 5 minutes from the St. Johns Town Center and I-295. KST Group advisors cover Deerwood with full NEFL MLS access.
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Thinking about buying in Deerwood Country Club? Our advisors cover this community with full NEFL MLS access and track inventory across all sections — from courtyard homes to golf course estate lots.
If Deerwood is on your list, we will help you separate the homes with lasting value from the ones that only look attractive because the gate and price are familiar.