Deerwood Country Club Homes for Sale in Jacksonville, FL
Life in Deerwood Country Club
Deerwood Country Club was Florida's first gated community, built starting in 1961 around a golf course designed by architect George Cobb. The neighborhood sits in Jacksonville's Southside (zip 32256), near the Baymeadows Road and Southside Boulevard intersection, with Tinseltown a couple miles north and The Avenues Mall two miles south.
Deerwood spans roughly 900 homes, from condos to custom estates on lots up to 20 acres, with construction spanning every decade since the 1960s. Many original homes offer real value for buyers ready to update an established property in one of Jacksonville's most storied communities.
Market Snapshot
Deerwood Country Club housing market statistics: As of September 8, 2026 there are currently 13 properties for sale in Deerwood Country Club, with an average asking price of $882,608. The highest-priced property is $1,750,000 and the lowest-priced property can be purchased for $205,000. Deerwood Country Club listings have an average price of $265 per square feet, based on listings with 3 beds, 3 baths, and 3,085 square feet of living space.
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Deerwood Housing Market
Deerwood's real estate market is well established, averaging 46 home sales a year with roughly 5% annual turnover. Homes priced at fair market value typically sell in about 117 days. Many of Deerwood's original homes are over 40 years old, which keeps entry prices accessible relative to other gated golf communities, with steady demand for updates and custom rebuilds. Want to know what your home is worth? Just ask.
History & Neighborhood
Deerwood was Florida's first gated community, developed starting in 1961 by Bryant Skinner, whose family once owned nearly 40,000 acres across Northeast Florida. Skinner hired golf architect George Cobb to design the course, then built the first home in the new development himself. The Skinner family also donated land that became Southside Boulevard and Butler Boulevard (SR-202), opening up what's now one of Jacksonville's busiest commercial corridors.
The club has real history behind it: the Greater Jacksonville Open (a forerunner to The Players Championship) in the late 1960s and early 1970s, national tennis tournaments featuring Billie Jean King, Margaret Court, Arthur Ashe, and Jimmy Connors, and a 1975 meeting between President Gerald Ford and Egyptian President Anwar Sadat.
Today Deerwood totals roughly 900 homes across 16 miles of streets and 45 lakes, with lots ranging from under an acre to 20 acres. Most homes were built between 1970 and 1999, though newer construction and custom rebuilds continue, particularly in The Estates section on the community's east side. The golf course itself is entering another chapter: a renovation led by course designer Erik Larsen begins in 2026, with completion expected in fall 2027.
To read more on Deerwood's history, see the Wikipedia entry on Deerwood Country Club.
Amenities & HOA
Deerwood Country Club amenities include:
- Par-72 golf course with six tee sets and full practice facilities
- 12 Har-Tru tennis courts, most lit for night play
- Olympic-size pool, splash pool, jacuzzi, and steam room
- Fitness center overlooking Lake Deerwood, with classes and personal training
- Full-service clubhouse dining and private event spaces
- Guarded, gated entry
Every home in Deerwood belongs to the Deerwood Improvement Association (DIA), the mandatory HOA that maintains roads, entrances, common areas, and Deerwood's 45 lakes.
Deerwood Country Club itself is member-owned and separate from the HOA. Membership comes in two types: Equity members, who have voting rights and can serve on the club's Board of Governors, and Associate members. Current membership categories and investment are available directly from Deerwood Country Club.
Schools
Deerwood is zoned for Duval County Public Schools: Twin Lakes Elementary, Twin Lakes Academy Middle School, and Atlantic Coast High School. Jacksonville Country Day School, a private option, sits at the community's southwest corner and has its own private drop-off entrance from inside the gates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Deerwood Country Club a gated community?
Yes. Deerwood was Florida's first gated community, established in the early 1960s, with guarded entry today.
Is country club membership required to live in Deerwood?
No. The Deerwood Improvement Association (the HOA) is mandatory for all homeowners and covers roads, entrances, and common areas. Deerwood Country Club membership, with access to golf, tennis, and the pool, is member-owned and separate.
What schools serve Deerwood Country Club?
Twin Lakes Elementary, Twin Lakes Academy Middle School, and Atlantic Coast High School (Duval County Public Schools), plus Jacksonville Country Day School as a nearby private option.
Who designed the Deerwood Country Club golf course?
George Cobb designed the original course in 1960-61. It's being renovated again, with a redesign by course architect Erik Larsen beginning in 2026 and completion expected in fall 2027.
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