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Golf Homes and Golf Communities

From exclusive country clubs to vibrant active adult neighborhoods, golf communities offer something for everyone. PCR features over 100 of the best golf communities nationwide, including retirement communities, 55+ neighborhoods, all-ages master-planned developments, and resort-style country clubs. Whether nestled along a river in the mountains, along scenic coastlines, or near bustling metropolitan areas, these golf communities cater to a wide range of preferences and lifestyles.

Living in a community with its own premier golf course is a dream come true for many avid golfers. With so many options, though, choosing a place that meets your needs and fits your lifestyle can be challenging. Climate, location, and other select amenities are all elements that should play a part in this decision! You can view our network of golf communities to find the perfect fit.

The Benefits of Living in a Golf Community

Living in a golf community goes far beyond enjoying a challenging game of golf. These golf communities often provide a serene, well-maintained environment with beautiful landscaping and breathtaking views. Often gated for added privacy and security, and always pristine and well-maintained, living in a golf community has many advantages.

Residents benefit from a strong sense of community, increased property values, and convenient access to top-notch golf facilities. These include everything from pro golf shops and clubhouses with full-service bars and restaurants to practice greens and driving ranges with Toptracer technology to golf lessons, regular tournaments, and more. Those who reside in golf communities often get tee time preference and other perks to play as often as they desire. Many of the golfing communities featured here boast several onsite championship golf courses that cater to a range of skill levels.

Amenities and Social Opportunities in Golf Communities

Beyond the golf fairways, exclusive amenities within many golf communities include pools, tennis courts, and fitness centers. For those who love the game—or simply appreciate a resort-style lifestyle—a golf community may be the perfect fit.

Golf communities are more than just residential homes near golf courses—they’re hubs of activity and social engagement. In addition to world-class golf courses, residents enjoy clubhouses with fine dining, wellness centers, spa services, and organized events like tournaments and social gatherings. Many golf communities also offer walking trails, pickleball courts, and children’s play areas, ensuring everyone has something to enjoy. With so many  amenities, it’s no wonder these golf communities foster a dynamic, social atmosphere.

Is Playing Golf Year-Round Important to You?

There are spectacular golf courses in all parts of the country. If you’re determined to play golf year-round, focus on communities with warmer climates such as Arizona, Florida, and southern California. If you enjoy the change of seasons and even taking some time off from the game, perhaps living in a golf community in Virginia, North Carolina, or Michigan is more your style.

For example, when comparing Arizona and Michigan, Arizona has an average of 300 days of sunshine each year. The state offers incredibly varied landscapes, allowing folks to play golf in scenic deserts or forested surroundings.

On the other hand, Michigan is often overlooked as a golf community destination. It’s known for top-notch courses and is called ‘America’s Summer Golf Capital’ because playing golf is so weather-dependent.

Do You Want to Socialize With Your Golfing Pals?

Golf is a way to connect and develop strong friendships with other residents who share your passion for the game. Golf communities centered on golf also often organize holiday events, cocktail parties, and other gatherings to bring people together.

After a perfect day on the fairways, golfers in private communities can indulge in a range of culinary experiences from fine dining to casual cafes offered onsite to round out their day.

What Other Amenities Do You Need?

Golf might be a big part of your life, but there are other amenities that can enhance your lifestyle and add value to your home when living in golf communities. These might include swimming pools, spas, organized social activities, fitness centers, housekeeping services, or pickle ball courts.

Use a Reliable Source to Find Your Golf Community

Private Communities is a premier source of information about master-planned golf course communities for those looking for a resort-style lifestyle. We profile hundreds of upscale golf communities that revolve around the sport! Our intuitive platform makes it easy to view and filter through the search results based on price range, location, and the other amenities you’re looking for.

Most importantly, make sure you love the golf community and the surrounding area. You won’t be playing golf 24/7, of course, so you want to make sure the location checks all your boxes and has easy access to the services you want (e.g., shopping, art and cultural opportunities, healthcare, etc.). PCR can help you find the perfect community to suit your needs!

Golf Course Real Estate: Finding Your Dream Home

Homes in golf course communities are as diverse as the people who live there. Options range from low-maintenance condos and villas to luxurious estates with sweeping golf course views. Investing in golf course real estate not only provides access to top-tier golf amenities but often offers greater property value appreciation. Whether you're seeking a primary residence or a vacation home, owning property in a golf community blends upscale living with endless recreational opportunities.


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GlenLakes

Weeki Wachee, Florida Golf Community
Weeki Wachee, Florida

Consistently named one of the "Best Places to Retire” by Where to Retire magazine, this Florida golf community is located north of Tampa in the "Nature Coast" area of Hernando County. In addition to a Ron Garl-designed championship golf course, amenities include a clubhouse, fitness, tennis, and walking trails. Maintenance-free single-family homes and custom estate homes are priced from $240,000 to $700,000, excluding homesites. Read More...

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Grand Harbor

Vero Beach, Florida Golf Community
Vero Beach, Florida

Located on Florida's Treasure Coast, Grand Harbor is a waterfront resort in Vero Beach. Built with respect to natural surroundings and area wildlife habitats, the community features resort-style amenities including two championship golf courses, a 126-deep-slip marina, tennis & swim center and more. Mediterranean-style condominiums, townhomes, villas and single-family homes are priced from the $200,000s to $3 million. Read More...

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Grand Haven

Palm Coast, Florida Golf Community
Palm Coast, Florida

Situated around the scenic Intracoastal Waterway, lush wetlands, and a 4,000-acre nature preserve, Grand Haven is a golf community located on Florida's east coast. The Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course is regularly highlighted as one of the "Top 100 Courses in North America" by Links magazine. Luxury estates, maintenance-free condos and patio homes are priced from $400,000 to $1.5 million. Lots from under $185,000 to $375,000. Read More...

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Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa

Palm Coast, Florida Golf Community
Palm Coast, Florida

Just minutes south of St. Augustine, Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa is a Florida golf and tennis community situated along the Atlantic Coast in Palm Coast, FL. Residents and members of this country club in Northeast Florida have access to an array of resort-style amenities including two golf courses, eight lighted Hydro-Grid clay tennis courts, six onsite restaurants, a 91,000 square foot pool complex, marina, spa, fitness center, and more. Homes, condos, and villas with ocean, golf, and lake views priced from $350,000 to $3.5 million. Read More...

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Hammock Dunes

Palm Coast, Florida Golf Community
Palm Coast, Florida

Vibrant oceanfront private golf community located along Florida's upper east coast with easy access to the metropolitan areas of Jacksonville and Orlando. Tom Fazio links course, new Rees Jones 18-hole creek course, tennis, seaside croquet, and more. Many different options for residences including homesites, custom estate homes, condos, patio homes and villas- many offer oceanfront, lake and golf views. Lots priced between $175,000 to over $1.9 million. Patio homes, villas and condos priced from upper $200,000's to $4.9 million. Read More...

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Harbour Ridge Presented by HR Properties

Palm City, Florida Golf Community
Palm City, Florida

Harbour Ridge Presented by HR Properties, on Florida’s Treasure Coast, is situated on the North Fork of the St. Lucie River, with two miles of pristine deep-water riverfront and mile-wide views of the St. Lucie River. Tucked into a wooded peninsula, the 885-acre gated community features two nationally recognized championship golf courses designated as “Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuaries.” Additional amenities include an active Yacht Club and three marina pods with direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway and the Locks leading to Lake Okeechobee and the west coast of Florida, a clubhouse, a robust tennis program with ranked players, a fitness center, dog park, and a natural habitat. Homes and condos priced from $200,000 to over $3.5 million; Rentals are available. Read More...

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Indian River Club

Vero Beach, Florida Golf Community
Vero Beach, Florida

Indian River Club is a gated golf community in Vero Beach, FL, offering a variety of single-family homes and condos. Set in a serene, woodlands-like environment, it combines natural beauty with first-class recreational amenities, including a nationally acclaimed golf course. Just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, the community's charming, traditionally styled homes feature verandas, French doors, and indoor/outdoor living spaces. Residents enjoy the laid-back Florida lifestyle, with easy access to nearby beaches and the attractions of the Treasure Coast. Condos/Villas/Homes priced from $300,000 to $2 million. Read More...

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Indian River Colony Club

Melbourne, Florida Golf Community
Melbourne, Florida

“The Place Patriots Call Home,” Indian River Colony Club is an active adult, private country club community located on Florida's east coast. Amenities include a private 18-hole golf course and country club, tennis courts, a fitness center, a large heated swimming pool, fishing, and walking & biking trails. Single-family homes are priced from $200,000 to $400,000. Read More...

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John's Island

Vero Beach, Florida Golf Community
Vero Beach, Florida

Surrounded by miles of Intracoastal Waterway and pristine beaches is this private and luxurious 1,650-acre community. World-class amenities include three championship golf courses (Pete Dye, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio), oceanfront Beach Club, newly renovated Clubhouses, 17 Har-tru tennis courts, squash, pickleball, croquet, fitness center and outstanding social and recreational activities. Lots from $3 million to $9 million; Condominiums, Townhomes & Golf Cottages from $950,000 to $5 million; Homes from $3 million to $20 million. Read More...

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Kings Gate

Port Charlotte, Florida Golf Community
Port Charlotte, Florida

This Southwest Florida gated 55+ active adult community offers low-maintenance living and resort-style amenities near the Gulf Coast. Amenities include a clubhouse, fitness center, golf course, swimming pool, tennis courts, bocce ball, walking & biking trails, shuffleboard, and more. Villa homes priced from the $300,000s to the $400,000s Read More...

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Mediterra

Naples, Florida Golf Community
Naples, Florida

Buyers at this Florida Gulf Coast country club community gain access to two 18-hole Tom Fazio golf courses plus an upscale sports facility and a private beach club at nearby Bonita Beach. Homesites are priced from $328,000 to $1.925 million; New single-family luxury homes priced from $1.1 million to $7 million. Read More...

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NatureWalk at the Watersound Origins® Community

Watersound, Florida Golf Community
Watersound, Florida

Located in the Florida Panhandle, this new home community between Destin and Panama City offers a resort lifestyle near the beaches and attractions of 30A. Amenities include a clubhouse, fitness center, swimming pool, walking & biking trails, tennis & pickleball courts, and access to Watersound Origins' golf course, footgolf, fitness facilities, and dock on Lake Powell. Homes priced from the $500,000s to $1 million+. Read More...

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Ocala Preserve

Ocala, Florida Golf Community
Ocala, Florida

The master plan for this new 55+, Florida horse country resort community includes a total of 1,700 single-family homesites, with a golf course, clubhouse, tennis center and other upscale amenities. Buyers will have a choice of single-family and duplex home designs built by Shea Homes®, one of the nation's leading residential builders. Homes are priced from the high $200,000s. Read More...

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On Top of the World Communities

Ocala, Florida Golf Community
Ocala, Florida

Spanning over 12,000 acres amid gently rolling hills and thoroughbred horse farms in scenic Ocala, Florida, this 55+ community offers active adults three golf courses, tennis courts, recreation centers, event venues, an education center and more than 175 clubs and organizations. All homes exceed ENERGY STAR™ standards and are built with steel-reinforced concrete block construction. New homes priced from the $300,000s to over $500,000, including lot. Read More...

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Osprey Bay

Fort Myers, Florida Golf Community
Fort Myers, Florida

Osprey Bay is a 55+ community in Fort Myers, FL, offering active adults a vibrant coastal lifestyle near beaches, Sanibel Island, and local attractions. Amenities in the Southwest Florida retirement community include a clubhouse, resort pool, fitness center, pickleball courts, and social events like yoga and book clubs. Stylish, move-in-ready cottage homes feature open floor plans, gourmet kitchens, and charming porches, perfect for enjoying Florida’s Gulf Coast charm. Homes priced from $180,000 to $299,000. Read More...

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PGA Village Verano

Port St. Lucie, Florida Golf Community
Port St. Lucie, Florida

PGA Village Verano is an all-inclusive golf community located in the heart of Florida’s Treasure Coast, offering resort-style amenities coupled with a wide variety of resident clubs. Additionally, golf enthusiasts living within PGA Village Verano have special access to the award-winning PGA Golf Club, featuring 54 holes of championship golf by Tom Fazio and Pete Dye. Single-family and villa homes from the upper $200,000s to the $600,000s Read More...

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Plantation Bay

Ormond Beach, Florida Golf Community
Ormond Beach, Florida

Located in the charming seaside town of Ormond Beach, midway between Jacksonville and Orlando, Florida, this established private golf and tennis community is home to 45 holes of championship golf, two full-service clubhouses including The Founders Club, a newly completed 40,500 sq ft Golf and Lifestyle Center, ten tennis courts, ten pickleball courts, a scenic pool pavilion, nature parks and miles of walking trails. Townhome Villas are priced from the $400,000s and Single-Family Custom Homes are priced from the $500,000s; Custom Estate Homes are priced from the $700,000s; with lease options available. Read More...

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Sailfish Point Country Club

Stuart, Florida Golf Community
Stuart, Florida

Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal, this private sea island community offers five miles of shoreline, an oceanfront Jack Nicklaus signature golf course, a full-service marina with direct ocean access, and a beachfront country club. Nearly every home is waterfront or overlooks the golf course. Golf Villas, Patio Homes, Condos, and Estate homes from $1,500,000 - $47,000,000. Read More...

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Solivita

Poinciana, Florida Golf Community
Poinciana, Florida

This Central Florida 55+ active adult community currently encompasses 12 neighborhoods with Tuscan-style detached and attached single-family homes. Amenities include two 18-hole championship golf courses, spa & fitness center, ballroom, 18 lighted tennis and pickleball courts and two restaurants. The community’s Waterfront Galleries include a computer lab, billiards parlor, library, and art studios. Homes priced from the $200,000s to the $700,000s. Read More...

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Sun City Center

Sun City, Florida Golf Community
Sun City, Florida

Sun City Center is an award-winning 55-plus active adult community near Tampa, FL. Residents enjoy golf, multiple clubhouses and recreation centers, a town center with shopping and dining options, and a community hospital. Condos start at $125,000; Villas start at $175,000; Single-family homes start at $200,000. Read More...

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