Jacksonville’s Best Gated Condo Communities: Gated Condos Buyers Should Consider

Lush greenery and a perfectly temperate climate make Jacksonville an ideal place to live, and with so many gated condo communities scattered all over town, a luxury vacation-worthy lifestyle is also woven into the fabric of home sweet home. From full service private golf courses to the latest in fine dining, Olympic-sized swimming pools, professional-grade tennis courts, wellness activities, and of course plenty of direct ocean and river access, sports, and views, Jacksonville condo communities with gated access invite their residents to have it all… and then some!

Deerwood Place

Tucked in the center of Southside Jacksonville’s Tinseltown area, Deerwood Place is the height of luxury condominium living, a gated community not even 15 minutes away from downtown Jacksonville and the area’s best beaches, entertainment complexes, and fine dining. Spread out over a comfortable 12 acre lot, Deerwood Place consists of six beautiful five-story buildings with 192 spacious units, each ranging from 1,423 square feet to 2,025 square feet in size, with 2 to 3 bedrooms, 2 to 2 ½ bathrooms, a 1 car garage, and elegant finishes. Residents enjoy the peace of mind that comes from safe gated access, a secure parking garage, elevator access, private storage, and 5 star amenities including a swimming pool and hot tub, clubhouse kitchen for gathering guests, and an unbeatable location.

Deerwood Villas

With approximately 900 homes and stunning golf course views, Deerwood Villas offers all the safe security of a gated community with the freedom of home ownership and access to cutting edge condo community amenities. Deerwood Villas residents can choose between large backyards and diverse home styles and sizes, with the unique attribute of being one of the only gated, golf course communities with condominium living options. Famously home to their par 72 hole golf course, Deerwood Villas residents also enjoy country club membership with amenities like 16 lighted clay tennis courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center, pool, playground, and more.

Esplanade at Town Center

Esplanade at Town Center is an entirely unique gated condo community where entertainment, shopping, and restaurants are all within walking distance and resort-worthy amenities are never more than a step away. With a variety of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom condos ranging in size from 553 square feet to 1,463 square feet, Esplanade at Town Center has the right home for everyone, and even more to offer outside each unit’s doors. The St. Johns Town Center, a new 207-acre open-air shopping mall, has a charming small-town warmth with contemporary architecture, over 1,500 trees, lush landscaping, shining lakes, and sidewalks that offer a meandering stroll past top retailers and exciting restaurant options. Gated access, a private community parking garage, and a beautiful swimming pool round out the exciting lifestyle at Esplanade at Town Center.

The Plaza

Jacksonville’s premier luxury riverfront condo community, The Plaza is a 22-story 209-unit modern tower nestled right along the St. Johns River, with lush landscaping, tasteful Mediterranean architecture, and a plethora of amenities, from an indoor squash court to a private, gated parking garage. Units range liberally in size, starting with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom options and going up to 2-3 bedrooms and 2+ den apartments, penthouses, and townhomes. The Plaza’s Riverview Lounge is known for its breathtaking views of the river and city, and residents also have access to a swimming pool, private sun deck, indoor squash court, rooftop tennis courts, and lovely gardens. Convenience meets high society at the Plaza, which also offers services like a private parking garage, a pet park, on-site dry cleaning pick up and drop off, and much more. 

Wolf Creek

Surrounded by wooded nature preserves and glistening lakes, Wolf Creek is a gated condo community less than 5 miles away from the ocean, with easy access to Jacksonville’s beautiful beaches, exciting dining options, and plentiful shopping options. Located on 86.4 acres of wooded neighborhood with lake and nature preserves that highlight the forested conservation the area is famous for, Wolf Creek has 790 homes with a variety of layouts, each 2-3 bedrooms with options for screened or covered lanais, eat-in kitchens, attached one-car garages, extra half bathrooms, and more. Amenities include two clubhouses, two expansive fitness centers, two pools, and two gated stone-accented entrances.