10 Reasons to Live in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 

Nestled between the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean lies one of the finest communities in northeastern Florida – Ponte Vedra Beach. Consistently voted one of the best places to live in the United States, Ponte Vedra Beach has everything an individual, couple, or family could want in a community for the Florida Beach LIfe. 

With a population of about 32,000 people and a median age of about 46 years old, Ponte Vedra Beach is known for its wealth and luxury – but don’t let that fool you. This area is home to some of the friendliest, most down-to-earth people you’ll ever meet – allowing you to form new, lifelong connections with others, take in some natural beauty and get in some phenomenal golf options! 

Why Do People Love Living in Ponte Vedra Beach?

Spend one hour in Ponte Vedra Beach, and you’ll see what everyone is gushing over. The breathtaking views, the resort-style living, the weather, the golf, the Atlantic Ocean, the Intracoastal Waterway, and the accessibility – Ponte Vedra Beach has it all for those interested in beginning a new life in one of the most sought-after communities in the country. After all, where can you can a small town feel just minutes from a major metropolitan city?

Whether you’re searching for a new primary home, a vacation home, or an investment property, we’re going to detail all the reasons why you should consider purchasing a home or condo in Ponte Vedra Beach in northeastern Florida. By the time we’re done, you’ll have no excuse not to pack your things!

• 1. Stunning Golf Courses

You can’t talk about Ponte Vedra Beach without mentioning the golf courses, which are some of the best in the world. TPC Sawgrass is the most notable – the home of THE PLAYERS Championship in March. Dye’s Valley is another favorite, primarily because legendary architect Pete Dye designed it. 

We also have the TPC Headquarters (and ATP Headquarters) located right here in Ponte Vedra Beach! 

Other stunning golf courses: Ponte Vedra Inn & Club (Lagoon and Ocean courses), The Plantation at Ponte Vedra, Sawgrass Country Club, Marsh Landing Country Club, and The Yards.

• 2. Proximity to the Beach

Known for its stunning white sand beaches, Ponte Vedra Beach has both private and public areas for residents to enjoy. Mickler's Landing is a popular public beachside park which is just a short drive,away but you can find easy beach access pretty much anywhere. Who knows, you might be one of the lucky ones who gets a beach in their backyard! (Parking is not available at the Northern beach access points. So we have Beach Clubs which are country clubs on the ocean for parking, beach access, pools, restrooms & more!)

Other beaches nearby: Jacksonville Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach, Vilano Beach, St. Augustine Beach, Butler Beach, Crescent Beach, Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach.

• 3. Weather, Weather, Weather!

This is Florida, so you know we weren’t about to forget about the weather while talking about all the natural beauty youwill be surrounded by. In general, Ponte Vedra Beach has highs around 80°F and lows of 65°F. The winters are moderate and only last a couple of months, which means more time outside enjoying the "Beach Life" with beautiful weather and no time shoveling your driveway (It has only snowed twice during my lifetime that I can remember).

We are known for getting 3 seasons which is rare in the State of Florida. This means not only do we have a mild winter but we are have a more moderate summer than South Florida or inland Florida. 

• 4. Proximity to Jacksonville & St. Augustine

Ponte Vedra Beach is located just 22 miles (30 minutes) southeast of downtown Jacksonville, Florida – which includes TIAA Bank Field (home of the Jacksonville Jaguars), the Jacksonville Zoo, and 121 Financial Ballpark (minor league baseball). It’s also located just 30 miles north of St. Augustine, Florida (30 minutes also).  And if you are somewhat familiar with the area, then you also know Ponte Vedra Beach is just 20 minutes to the Atlantic Beach Town Center for even more shops & restaurants.

In fact, the locals consider Ponte Vedra Beach a suburb of Jacksonville FL. But with the advantage of being on the beach, having lower property taxes (St Johns County vs Duval County), and award winning schools. And while it can take 45 minutes to get to the Jacksonville International Airport, and 30 minutes to get to Downtown Jacksonville, your office may be located in Jacksonville Beach (15 minutes) or in Southside near the St Johns Town Center (20 minutes). It is all thanks to the easy access to JTB / Butler Blvd which is the main highway to get from the Beaches to intown.

• 5. St. John’s County School System

Being a part of the St. John’s County School System, Ponte Vedra Beach is one of the most desired places to raise a family. The school system is among the highest-rated in the country. There are just two elementary schools, PVPV Rawlings Elementary and Ocean Palms. All Ponte Vedra Beach go to Landrum Middle School and the newer Ponte Vedra High School. You will be hard pressed to be more than 10-15 minutes to the schools while living in Ponte Vedra Beach.

• 6. Intracoastal Waterway 

The Intracoastal Waterway is an inland waterway that runs for more than 3,000 miles along the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico coasts of the US – including along the western edge of Ponte Vedra Beach. If you’re looking for a beautiful home that sits on the waterway, you have plenty of options in Ponte Vedra Beach!

Most of our intracoastal homes are located along Roscoe Blvd. This area has a more rural feel with large lots and plenty of trees. The intracoastal lots are mostly 400' deep and the width size can range from 75' to 200'+. On the other side of Roscoe Blvd you can find homes with acreage and horses where the zoning allows. Another luxury of Roscoe Blvd is that you have a handful of very fine restaurants located on the Intracoastal Waterway. Some homes on Roscoe Blvd have their own gate. But if you are looking for more of a community and additional amenities like a golf course then you should consider Harbour Island in Marsh Landing Country Club 

• 7. St. Johns Town Center 

Located just 12 miles (17 minutes) west of Ponte Vedra Beach is St. Johns Town Center – a popular outdoor mall located halfway between Ponte Vedra and Jacksonville. It features more than 175 of the hottest restaurants and retail stores, ensuring Ponte Vedra residents always have something to do. Shop at Nordstroms, Guicci, Restoration hardware and more! Then relax with a meal at Capital Grille,  J. Alexander, Maggiono's, Season 52, Bazille, and more.

• 8. Gated Communities

One of the things Ponte Vedra Beach is known for besides it's natural beauty is its gated communities. Not only do they ensure security among those who reside there, but they promote a sense of community among the residents and encourage closer relationships between neighbors. Ponte Vedra Beach has manned security gates and unmanned security gates. The communities with manned security gates tend be our gated, golf communities that typically have more amenities like tennis, fitness, pools and more! (country club membership may be required). Please give these communities a vist as there’s a lot to like about living in a gated community. 

Popular gated communities in Ponte Vedra: Sawgrass Country Club, Marsh Landing Country Club,Sawgrass Players Club, Plantation Oaks, Fairfield, The Plantation at Ponte Vedra Beach, Azalea Point.

• 9. Wide Variety of Housing Options

While Ponte Vedra Beach is a wealthy area, it offers a wide range of housing options designed to meet anyone’s needs. No matter what type of property you’re looking for, Ponte Vedra has it, from apartments to condos, townhomes, single-family homes, homes along the beach/coast, and homes on golf courses. 

• 10. Surrounded by Natural Beauty

Ponte Vedra Beach is one of the most stunning places in the entire state of Florida. Breathtaking views are around every corner, and there are various ways to take in all the nature you’re surrounded by – bike trails, fishing, hiking, kayaking, you name it! There’s never a dull moment in Ponte Vedra Beach. Surrounded by beautiful waterways with the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Intracoastal Waterway to the west; you also have the Guana State Park before you get to South Ponte Vedra  So get out of the house and learn about the joys of the Florida living.

How Much Does a Home Cost in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082? [2023]

Are you thinking about becoming one of Ponte Vedra Beach’s newest residents? If so, you’re about to make one of the greatest decisions of your life and one you won’t regret! With just over 270 homes up for sale, according to the MLS (as of October 2023), you have plenty of options available to you. 

Based on all homes sold in the past 12 months, the average house in Ponte Vedra Beach costs $863,000 – one-bedroom homes average around $250,000, while two-bedroom homes average around $350,000. Don’t worry; more than one-third of all homes sold in Ponte Vedra Beach are sold under the asking price.

A Point of Clarification: Ponte Vedra FL & Ponte Vedra Beach FL

Ponte Vedra FL is not the same as Ponte Vedra Beach FL. If you are looking for Ponte Vedra Beach FL then you are looking in the 32082 zip code and are looking east of the Intracoastal Waterway which puts you on the Atlantic Ocean along the beach.

Ponte Vedra Beach was started in the 50's & 60's when it was known as Mineral City but really took off in the 80's to 2010's. Ponte Vedra Beach has a country club feel with many gated, golf communities. Ponte Vedra is a newer planned surburbia subdivision with mega amenities. They have totally different character and neighborhood feel.

So please be clear with your Realtor when you say you are looking in Ponte Vedra FL. Are you looking in Ponte Vedra FL & Ponte Vedra Beach? Or just one of those areas? Because they are not the same.

When you’re ready to take that next step towards becoming a homeowner in the Ponte Vedra Beach area, contact Phyllis Frankel Realty Group, Inc. at (904) 273-0125 to discuss your options. We can’t wait to show you everything this incredible community has to offer – we know you’ll be thoroughly impressed!

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