Pulte Homes & Centex in St. Johns County

One of the largest national builders, offering two distinct price tiers across St. Johns County.

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About Pulte Homes & Centex

PulteGroup is one of the largest homebuilders in the United States, and in St. Johns County it operates under two brands aimed at different budgets. Pulte Homes covers the builder’s mainstream-to-upscale Classics, Estates, and Echelon series, while Centex, PulteGroup’s value-focused brand, targets first-time and budget-conscious buyers with simpler, more affordable floor plans.

Pulte’s series structure is one of its more buyer-friendly features: Classics plans typically start in the high $400,000s, Estates move into the mid-$500,000s and up, and the Echelon series — the builder’s luxury tier — runs from roughly $700,000 to over $900,000 depending on the community and lot.

Pulte also builds under its Del Webb active-adult brand in parts of Northeast Florida, though Del Webb communities are handled separately from the standard Pulte/Centex product line covered here.

Pulte & Centex Communities in St. Johns County

The Landings at Saint Johns

From the $450,000s
Single-family homes
Located in Northwest St. Johns County. Classics, Estates, and Echelon series homes on 50′, 60′, and 65′ homesites, with a clubhouse, sports courts, dog park, and trails.

The Preserve at Bannon Lakes

From the $370,000s
Single-family homes
Located in St. Augustine. Gardens, Classics, and Estates series plans from roughly 1,500 to 4,100+ sq ft, part of the larger Bannon Lakes master plan.

Why Buyers Consider Pulte or Centex

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National Scale

One of the largest builders in the country, with established warranty, customer care, and construction processes.

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Clear Price Tiers

Classics, Estates, and Echelon series give buyers an easy way to shop by budget within the same builder.

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Smart Home Features

Energy-efficient construction and smart-home technology are standard across most current Pulte floor plans.

Comparing Pulte, Centex, or Another Builder?

Series, lot premiums, and incentives change by community and by week. Josh Rogers and the F3 Home Team help St. Johns County buyers compare builders side by side — at no cost to you, since the builder pays the buyer’s agent commission.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pulte Homes & Centex

What’s the difference between Pulte and Centex?
Both are PulteGroup brands. Pulte Homes covers the Classics, Estates, and Echelon series aimed at mainstream through luxury buyers. Centex is PulteGroup’s value brand, built for first-time and budget-focused buyers with simpler floor plans and a lower starting price point. Centex availability in St. Johns County varies by community and phase.
Is Del Webb the same as Pulte?
Del Webb is also a PulteGroup brand, but it’s built specifically for active-adult (55+) buyers. It’s a separate product line from the standard Pulte and Centex communities covered on this page.
Should I bring my own agent to a Pulte or Centex community?
Yes. The on-site sales team represents the builder. An independent buyer’s agent reviews your contract, lot premium, and upgrade pricing on your behalf, typically at no cost to you since the builder pays the commission.
Pricing, series availability, and community openings change frequently and are set by PulteGroup, not by Josh Rogers or F3 Home Team. Verify current pricing, CDD/HOA fees, and school zoning directly with Pulte Homes and the St. Johns County School District before making decisions.