Dream Finders Homes in St. Johns County

A Jacksonville-based public builder with one of the deepest community lineups in St. Johns County.

About Dream Finders Homes

Dream Finders Homes (NYSE: DFH) is a publicly traded homebuilder headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida — which means St. Johns County is effectively the builder’s home turf. That local footprint shows up in how many active communities Dream Finders runs here compared to national builders that treat the market as one region among many.

The builder’s approach leans toward flexible, buyer-personalized floor plans rather than a small, fixed set of models. Most of its St. Johns County communities offer anywhere from 6 to 15+ floor plan options, letting buyers pick a layout that fits their budget and lifestyle instead of settling for whatever happens to be available.

Dream Finders builds across a wide range of price points in St. Johns County, from entry-level single-family homes in the high $300,000s to larger executive floor plans well into the $500,000s, depending on the community and lot.

Dream Finders Homes Communities in St. Johns County

Dream Finders is active in several of St. Johns County’s best-known master-planned communities, with new sections and phases opening regularly:

Shearwater

From the $420,000s

Single-family homes

Located in St. Augustine, FL. Designer Series homes from roughly 1,798 to 2,500 sq ft. Part of Shearwater’s resort-style amenity package, including its signature lagoon-style pool.

Cordova Palms

From the $350,000s

Single-family homes

Dream Finders’ newest St. Johns County community, near Nocatee and US-1. Zero-entry pool, pickleball courts, dog park, and a dozen-plus floor plans from roughly 1,650 to 3,500 sq ft.

TrailMark

From the $360,000s

Single-family homes

A nature-forward master-planned community near St. Augustine with a kayak launch to the St. Johns River, oak hammocks, and six distinct floor plans from about 1,620 to 2,500 sq ft.

Beacon Lake & RiverTown

Pricing varies by phase

Single-family homes

Dream Finders has also built active sections in Beacon Lake and RiverTown. Availability shifts as phases sell out, so confirm current open communities before visiting a sales center.

Why Buyers Consider Dream Finders Homes

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Deep Local Presence

Headquartered in Jacksonville, Dream Finders runs more active St. Johns County communities than most out-of-state builders.

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Wide Floor Plan Range

Most communities offer 6–15+ plans, so buyers have real choice instead of one or two cookie-cutter layouts.

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Entry-Level to Move-Up Pricing

Communities span roughly the $350,000s to $500,000s+, covering first-time buyers through move-up families.

Thinking About a Dream Finders Home?

Builder incentives, lot premiums, and community-specific CDD/HOA fees vary constantly. Josh Rogers and the F3 Home Team walk St. Johns County buyers through builder contracts at no cost to you — the builder pays the buyer’s agent commission.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dream Finders Homes

Does Dream Finders Homes build custom homes in St. Johns County?

No. Dream Finders builds within its own master-planned communities using a curated set of floor plans per neighborhood, with personalization available through options and finish selections rather than fully custom architecture.

What communities does Dream Finders build in right now?

Active communities change as phases sell out. As of this writing, Dream Finders has active or recent sections in Shearwater, Cordova Palms, and TrailMark, with a history of building in Beacon Lake and RiverTown. Confirm current availability before visiting.

Should I bring my own agent when buying a Dream Finders home?

Yes. The builder’s on-site sales representative works for the builder, not for you. Having your own buyer’s agent — at no cost to you, since the builder pays the commission — means someone is reviewing the contract, lot premiums, and upgrade pricing on your behalf.

Pricing, floor plans, and community availability change frequently and are set by the builder, not by Josh Rogers or F3 Home Team. Verify current pricing, CDD/HOA fees, and school zoning directly with Dream Finders Homes and the St. Johns County School District before making decisions.