Deerwood
Gated, wooded and central.
Deerwood is a gated community on Jacksonville's Southside, built around the private Deerwood Country Club. It is often described as the first gated community in Florida, and it sits minutes from St. Johns Town Center, Butler Boulevard and the Baymeadows corridor.
Updated November 2026
Quick facts
- County
- Duval (City of Jacksonville)
- ZIP code
- 32256
- Established
- Club founded 1960; homes from the mid-1960s
- Size
- About 900 acres, with dozens of lakes
- Club
- Deerwood Country Club, private and member-owned
- Property tax rate
- 17.7412 mills (Jacksonville, 2025), before exemptions
Homes in Deerwood
Homes sit on large, wooded lots along winding streets and lakes, with many custom homes from the 1960s through the 1990s and a growing number of renovations and rebuilds. Golf course and lakefront lots are the most sought after.
Everyday life
Deerwood feels tucked away even though it is one of the most central luxury neighborhoods in the city.
- Gated entry with deed-controlled access
- Deerwood Country Club golf, with a course renovation planned to begin in 2026
- Minutes to St. Johns Town Center and Butler Boulevard
- About 20 minutes to the beaches
What to know before you buy
Club membership is separate from owning a home in Deerwood. Ask about current membership categories, initiation fees and HOA assessments before you commit.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Deerwood a gated community?
Yes. Deerwood is gated, with access controlled by deed covenants, and it is often described as the first gated community in Florida.
Do I have to join Deerwood Country Club?
Club membership is separate from home ownership. We'll help you get current membership and HOA details for any home you consider.
Where is Deerwood?
On Jacksonville's Southside, south of Baymeadows Road and near Southside Boulevard, minutes from St. Johns Town Center.
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