Communities in St. Johns County, Florida
From master-planned Nocatee to riverfront RiverTown — here’s what you need to know about every major neighborhood.
⚡ Quick Answer
St. Johns County is home to dozens of distinct communities — from master-planned neighborhoods with resort-style amenities to established waterfront enclaves and everything in between. The most popular areas for relocating buyers are Nocatee, Ponte Vedra Beach, St. Augustine, and Palencia, but the right fit depends on your budget, commute, school preference, and lifestyle.
St. Johns County covers a wide stretch of Northeast Florida, and no single community fits everyone the same way. Some buyers want the resort-style, newer-home feel of Nocatee, RiverTown, Shearwater, Beachwalk, Bartram Ranch, or Silverleaf. Others are drawn to more established areas like Ponte Vedra Beach, Palencia, or Julington Creek Plantation. Use the grid below to explore what makes each one different.
Nocatee
The largest master-planned community in St. Johns County with resort amenities, waterparks, and the most active new construction in NE Florida.
From $350K – $900K+
Explore Nocatee →Ponte Vedra Beach
Prestigious coastal community known for TPC Sawgrass, luxury homes, and top-ranked schools. The most established and upscale area in St. Johns County.
From $600K – $3M+
Explore Ponte Vedra Beach →St. Augustine
America’s oldest city — historic charm, walkable downtown, close to beaches. A mix of character-filled historic homes and new construction on the outskirts.
From $300K – $700K+
Explore St. Augustine →World Golf Village
Golf-centric community in northwest St. Johns County. More affordable than Ponte Vedra with great schools and a quiet, established feel near I-95.
From $300K – $600K
Explore World Golf Village →Shearwater
A newer master-planned community with a resort-style lazy river, fitness center, trails, and active new construction from top builders.
From $380K – $700K
Explore Shearwater →RiverTown
A riverfront master-planned community along the St. Johns River with stunning water views, resort amenities, and active new construction.
From $380K – $750K
Explore RiverTown →Durbin Crossing
An established planned community with two amenity centers, strong schools, and great value in the heart of St. Johns County.
From $350K – $600K
Explore Durbin Crossing →Beachwalk
A resort-style community centered around a stunning crystal-clear lagoon. One of the most visually unique neighborhoods in all of NE Florida.
From $400K – $800K
Explore Beachwalk →Julington Creek Plantation
One of St. Johns County’s most established large communities — mature trees, strong schools, great amenities, and a true neighborhood feel.
From $350K – $650K
Explore Julington Creek →Julington Lakes
A gated community in St. Johns with lakefront homesites, upscale homes, and a quieter, more private atmosphere.
From $500K – $900K
Explore Julington Lakes →Bartram Ranch
A newer master-planned community with larger homesites, resort amenities, and a strong new construction lineup in a natural setting.
From $450K – $800K
Explore Bartram Ranch →Trailmark
A nature-forward planned community with extensive trails, kayak launches, and a strong outdoor lifestyle focus.
From $380K – $650K
Explore Trailmark →Silverleaf
A growing master-planned community near St. Augustine with resort amenities, active new construction, and strong value.
From $400K – $750K
Explore Silverleaf →Palencia
An established, upscale planned community near St. Augustine with golf, Intracoastal views, top schools, and a refined neighborhood character.
From $450K – $1.2M
Explore Palencia →Beacon Lake
A newer lakefront community with a stunning amenity center, paddleboard access, resort pool, and active new construction.
From $380K – $700K
Explore Beacon Lake →The Landings
An established, gated community with a private, upscale character and convenient location near top-rated St. Johns County schools.
From $450K – $850K
Explore The Landings →Not Sure Which Community Is Right for You?
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