Palencia is a gated community set along two miles of Intracoastal Waterway and Marshall Creek, with a private pier and a network of boardwalks winding through it. Named one of Northeast Florida's most desirable communities and a winner of the Best in America Living Award, Palencia has grown to roughly 2,642 homes since builders broke ground in 2001, all sited on preserve lots surrounded by natural greenspace.
Location: I-95 to World Golf Exit East to US-1 to Palencia
Zip Code: 32095
Number of Homes: Approximately 2,642
Years Built: From 2001
Square Feet: 1,544–7,593
Gated: Yes
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Palencia Market Snapshot
Palencia housing market statistics: As of September 9, 2026 there are currently 51 properties for sale in Palencia, with an average asking price of $915,237. The highest-priced property is $4,995,000 and the lowest-priced property can be purchased for $204,900. Palencia listings have an average price of $276 per square feet, based on listings with 4 beds, 3 baths, and 2,936 square feet of living space.
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An Award-Winning Waterfront Community
Palencia has its own "village" of small shops, offices, a Publix Super Market, coffee shops, and restaurants, so daily errands rarely require leaving the community. Builders here have included David Weekley Homes, John Kenny Construction, McCumber Homes, Benchmark Homes, Morrison Homes, Richard R. Dostie / A Toll Brothers Co., Arthur Rutenberg Homes, North Florida Builders, A Woodside Co., Trident Realty Corp., The Vintage Group, Jim Hardwick, Brylen Homes, Crosswinds Communities, and Panitz Signature Homes — giving buyers a wide range of styles and price points, often well below what similar waterfront access would cost elsewhere.
Golf, Club, and Amenities
Palencia's amenities include a fitness center, a resort-style pool and spa, an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Arthur Mills, clay tennis courts, a playground, sports fields, nature trails, and 33 acres of parks. The Palencia Club adds a members-only dining room, a bar and grill overlooking the greens, a public cafe, and banquet facilities.
Schools
Palencia is zoned for St. Johns County Schools, though zoning is always subject to change:
Elementary: Palencia Elementary School
Middle: Pacetti Bay Middle School
High: Allen D. Nease Senior High School
What's Nearby
- Publix Super Market at The Shoppes at Palencia Commons — 1 mile / 4 minutes
- Vilano Beach — 13 miles / 20 minutes
- Deep Creek State Forest — 8.9 miles / 18 minutes
- Nocatee Landing Park Paddlecraft Ramp — 3.3 miles
- GTM Guana River Dam Recreation Area — 4 miles
- Jaguars stadium — 30 miles / 30 minutes
- Jacksonville International Airport — 42 miles / 40 minutes
- St. Johns Town Center — 22 miles / 24 minutes
- Flagler Hospital — 13 miles / 18 minutes
Palencia FAQs
Is Palencia a gated community?
Yes. Palencia is a gated community located along two miles of Intracoastal Waterway and Marshall Creek, with a private pier and a network of boardwalks.
How many homes are in Palencia?
Palencia has approximately 2,642 homes, built starting in 2001 by a long list of builders including David Weekley Homes, Toll Brothers, and Arthur Rutenberg Homes.
What amenities does Palencia have?
Palencia has a fitness center, a resort-style pool and spa, an 18-hole championship golf course designed by Arthur Mills, clay tennis courts, a playground, sports fields, nature trails, and 33 acres of parks. The Palencia Club adds dining, a bar and grill, a public cafe, and banquet facilities.
What schools serve Palencia?
Palencia is zoned for Palencia Elementary, Pacetti Bay Middle, and Allen D. Nease Senior High School.
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