Ponte Vedra Beach Real Estate

Boasting a per-capita income that ranks second in the state, Ponte Vedra Beach in St. John's County offers the upscale living environment you're looking for in Northeast Florida. Known for the beautiful, lush golf courses like those at TPC Sawgrass and the Ponte Vedra Inn and Club, Ponte Vedra Beach also offers pro-tennis courts, beautiful beaches and all the water sports and activities northeast Florida has to offer. When it comes to raising a family, Ponte Vedra also offers one of the best school systems in the state. These features combine to make Ponte Vedra homes and condos some of the most valued properties in northeast Florida - offering a great investment opportunity, as well. While your search for Jacksonville Real Estate may have brought you to this page, Ponte Vedra Beach neighborhoods have a lot to offer, too.

Top Notch Education Draws Ponte Vedra Homebuyers

Ponte Vedra has a growing economy and its per capita income ranks second in the state. Values for homes, whether oceanfront or within gated-communities, have done a good job holding their own in the current residential market. However, in the current economic climate, there are also values within the housing market in Ponte Vedra Beach. While the physical environment, the swaying palms along A1A and the beautiful beaches on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, draw many home buyers to the area, it is its excellent St. Johns County Public School System that bring many to call Ponte Vedra Beach home. The public school system continually ranks among the top in the State of Florida. In 2006, every public school located in Ponte Vedra received an “A.” In addition to public schools offering education for students from kindergarten - 12th grade, the St. Johns River Community College located in Ponte Vedra on Palm Valley Road offers a two-year associates degree. Private schools also available in the area include Accotink Academy by the Sea and New Beginnings Preschool at Christ Episcopal Church for younger pupils, along with the Bolles School for elementary age students. The Bolles School is well known locally for its academic and athletic programs.

Golf and Recreational Fun Abound

For the amateur or professional golfer, you can't beat Ponte Vedra. The ATP Tour, PGA Tour, and The Player's take place at the Tournament Players Club at Sawgrass Village. Several area neighborhoods known for golf include Sawgrass, which offers gated communities on the east and west sides of State Highway A1A, Marsh Landing, located in southwest Ponte Vedra, and The Plantation, located in south Ponte Vedra. Marsh Landing is an amazing, gated community, featuring wooded areas, marsh areas along the Intracoastal Waterway, and offering boat slips for yacht and boat owners - while The Plantation is one of the more recent single-family developments to appear in Ponte Vedra. The prestigious Ponte Vedra Inn and Club, located on Ponte Vedra Boulevard parallel to the Atlantic Ocean, offers golf and tennis. In addition to the quiet, secluded beaches along the coastline, there is also the popular Mickler's Landing - a public beach on the south side of Ponte Vedra Beach. Just a few short miles to the south of Ponte Vedra lies the Guana River State Park - a barrier island located on the west side of A1A along the Tolomato River. The Guana River Preserve features more than 2,000 acres of pristine beaches, along with tidal creeks and salt marshes that offer many opportunities for fishing and kayaking.

Ponte Vedra Oceanfront and Estate Homes

The limited amount of oceanfront lots available along Ponte Vedra Boulevard has resulting in some of highest-priced homes in Northeast Florida. The scarcity of lots has led to some buyers, and residents in the area, to rebuild the older ranch-style homes into modern, two-story homes. This transformation can be seen in many of the neighborhoods near the coast.

Ponte Vedra Beach Condos

The Ponte Vedra Beach Condo market has seen sales activity slow recently, but that doesn't mean there aren't a lot of condo opportunities along the coast.

Several new condo developments are available for move-in, along with other condos that have been converted from apartments.

Along Ponte Vedra Beach Boulevard, located along the coastline of the Atlantic Ocean, condos in The Breakers and in Sawgrass offer some magnificent oceanfront views. Also, it's important to note that the local community and government in Ponte Vedra Beach have developed growth management policies in place to help prevent overdevelopment and ensure this beach community will maintain the quality of life that residents have enjoyed for many years.

Oceanfront and Luxury Condominiums in Ponte Vedra Beach

The most popular oceanfront condos in Ponte Vedra Beach are located inside Sawgrass Beach Club, along Ponte Vedra Beach Boulevard and at Serenata Beach. The Breakers and Whitehall, located on the boulevard, are intimate buildings that provide some spectacular views of the ocean - while the areas inside Sawgrass Beach Club, Spinnakers Reach and the Hallmark condominiums provide residents easy access to some of the best golf courses in Ponte Vedra. Across the street from the ocean, located next to The Lodge and the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, The Carlyle Condos offer more luxury, upscale condo living.

Serenata Beach Condos, located on the ocean side, and Ocean Grande Condos, located alongside State Highway A1A, are the two newest condo developments in the area. The Beach Club at Serenata is one of the best clubs Ponte Vedra Beach has to offer. And although the Ocean Grande isn't on the beach, it does feature a pedestrian tunnel to allow residents to under A1A to the beach. Ocean Grande offers some beautiful views of the marsh preserves along the Intracoastal Waterway and its tributaries.

Also located on A1A are condominium developments including Belleza, Bermuda Bay, The Colony, Cranes Lake, The Fountains, Fairfield, Grand Cay Villas, Summerhouse, Ocean Grove, and Ocean Links. Some of these were apartment conversions and many some of the most affordable properties in Ponte Vedra Beach.

Two other recent condo projects are The Beach House and Portofino. The Beach House is south of Ocean Grande and the Portofino is located near the intersection of A1A and Micklers. Each was built to cater to the luxury home buyer. Also, the beautiful 26-unit Meditierra condo development is located on Mickler as well. This area on the south side of Ponte Vedra Beach is very secluded - harkening back to the quiet living so prevalent in Florida before much of the growth and development began here.

Real Estate Investment Opportunities

If you are considering purchasing a vacation condo or an investment condominium, Ponte Vedra Beach Condos are an excellent opportunity. There are also plenty of Jacksonville Condos available just five to ten minutes away from Ponte Vedra Beach.

Dining and Entertainment

Whatever is your fancy, you're sure to find a restaurant to satisfy your pallet.

Recent openings include Twisted Martini, a favorite local watering hole, along with Pusser's Caribbean Grille, and Urban Flats. Other restaurants include McKenzie's Steakhouse & Piano Bar, The Aqua Grill, and fine dining is available at Restaurant Medure and Ruth's Chris Steakhouse.

Close to Jacksonville

The community's close proximity to neighboring Jacksonville allows residents enjoy this small, upscale community easily accessible to town along J. Turner Butler Boulevard. With The Mayo Clinic and Baptist Beaches Medical Center just a short distance away, Ponte Vedra offers a great quality of life within easy access of downtown. Some of the best golf courses, tennis facilities, secluded beaches and a great public school system are some of the assets that make Ponte Vedra worth a look.

	Jacksonville Downtown Mandarin Arlington/Intracoastal West Jacksonville's Beaches Atlantic Beach Neptune Beach Jacksonville Beach Ponte Vedra Beach St. Augustine Beach		Directions on map use: The four arrows on the top left will shift the map north, south, east and west. To zoom in for more detail, click the plus sign (+). To zoom out for perspective, click the minus (-) sign.