Ponte Vedra Beach
Oceanfront, golf and quiet streets.
Ponte Vedra Beach runs along the Atlantic between Jacksonville Beach and the Guana Tolomato Matanzas reserve, in northern St. Johns County. It is home to TPC Sawgrass and the PGA TOUR, and it is one of the most searched luxury addresses in Northeast Florida.
Updated November 2026
Quick facts
- County
- St. Johns (unincorporated)
- ZIP codes
- 32082 and 32081
- Known for
- Oceanfront homes, TPC Sawgrass, private clubs
- County median sale price
- $568,750 (St. Johns County, September 2026, NEFAR)
- Property tax rate
- 13.4559 mills (unincorporated St. Johns, 2026), before exemptions and any CDD
- Drive to downtown Jacksonville
- About 30 to 40 minutes, depending on traffic
Where people live
Homes range from oceanfront estates on Ponte Vedra Boulevard to gated golf neighborhoods around TPC Sawgrass and Sawgrass Country Club, plus older established streets near the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club. Just west, Nocatee and Palm Valley add newer master-planned and new construction options with a Ponte Vedra address.
Everyday life
Daily life centers on the beach, the clubs and A1A. Shopping and dining cluster around Sawgrass Village and Ponte Vedra Boulevard, and Jacksonville Beach and the Beaches Town Center are a short drive north.
- TPC Sawgrass, home of THE PLAYERS Championship
- Beach access along Ponte Vedra Boulevard and Mickler's Landing
- The Guana Tolomato Matanzas reserve for hiking and paddling
- St. Johns County public schools
What to know before you buy
Insurance and flood zones vary a lot from the ocean side to the Intracoastal side, so get quotes on a specific address early. Many newer communities west of A1A carry a CDD assessment in addition to HOA dues.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ponte Vedra Beach in Jacksonville?
No. Ponte Vedra Beach is an unincorporated community in St. Johns County, just south of Jacksonville Beach. It uses St. Johns County schools and services.
What is the difference between Ponte Vedra and Ponte Vedra Beach?
Ponte Vedra Beach (32082) is the original coastal area along A1A. Ponte Vedra (32081) is the newer area to the west that includes Nocatee and Palm Valley.
Are property taxes lower in Ponte Vedra Beach than Jacksonville?
The 2026 unincorporated St. Johns County rate is 13.4559 mills, compared with 17.7412 mills for most of Jacksonville in 2025. Your bill also depends on assessed value, exemptions and any CDD.
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Information is for general guidance as of November 2026 and can change. Confirm prices, taxes, school assignments, HOA and CDD fees, and flood zones for a specific address before you buy.