Service Area · St. Johns County

Real estate in World Golf Village

Thinking about buying or selling in World Golf Village? Here's what Tim knows about this corner of Northeast Florida — and how to make a smart move.

About the area

What you should know about World Golf Village

Golf-focused community built around the World Golf Hall of Fame, with multiple gated neighborhoods, golf courses, and a small village center.

<strong>What's available:</strong> Mix of single-family homes, townhomes, and condos. Several gated golf-course neighborhoods like King & Bear and Slammer & Squire dominate. Generally newer construction (1990s-2000s).

<strong>World Golf Village is best for:</strong> Golf enthusiasts, retirees, and buyers who want gated-community living without Ponte Vedra prices. Two championship golf courses on site, affordability relative to nearby Ponte Vedra, and good St. Johns County schools. The Hall of Fame closed its museum but the community remains.

A few things only a local would tell you about World Golf Village

If you're thinking about buying or selling in World Golf Village, the right starting point is a conversation — pricing, condition, timing, schools, flood zones, all of it varies block by block. Call or text Tim.

Tim Sherman
Tim Sherman
The Saltwater Realtor · Momentum Realty
Frequently Asked

World Golf Village questions

Is World Golf Village a good investment?+

WGV has held value better than many master-planned communities because of the gated structure, golf courses, and St. Johns County schools. It's not as expensive as Ponte Vedra but commands a premium over similar inland Duval County areas.

Do you have to play golf to live in World Golf Village?+

No. Many residents don't golf at all. Some specific gated neighborhoods (like King & Bear) require some level of club membership, but most of WGV doesn't.

What schools serve World Golf Village?+

St. Johns County schools — among the top-rated in Florida. Specific elementary, middle, and high school assignments vary by address within the community.

How far is WGV from Jacksonville?+

About 25 miles south on I-95 from downtown Jacksonville — a 30-minute drive without traffic. Many residents commute to Jacksonville's southside business district.

Did the closing of the World Golf Hall of Fame affect property values?+

The museum closed in 2024, but it had been declining as a tourist draw for years. The impact on residential values has been minimal because most buyers come for the golf, gated lifestyle, and schools — not the museum.

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