World Golf Village Neighborhoods: A St Augustine Guide

Tucked into northwest St Johns County, World Golf Village is one of the most recognizable master-planned areas near St Augustine, built around two championship golf courses and anchored by the World Golf Hall of Fame. What surprises a lot of buyers is how different the World Golf Village neighborhoods feel from one another: one community is a gated golf enclave, the next is a family-focused village with a K-8 school at its center, and another is a 55+ retreat with the lawn care included. This guide walks through five of the standout communities so you can match the right one to how you actually want to live.

Everything here sits inside the top-rated St Johns County school district, one of the highest-performing districts in Florida, and most of the area falls within the 32092 ZIP. You can browse current listings across the whole corridor on our St Johns County home search for 32092 anytime.

King & Bear

The King & Bear is the flagship gated community, wrapped around a course co-designed by Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus (the only one of its kind). Expect larger executive and luxury homes, mature oaks, and a country-club lifestyle with a clubhouse, tennis, and a resort pool.

• Price range: generally from the high $500Ks into the seven figures for the largest estate homes (check the live search for today’s numbers).
• Schools: zoned to A-rated St Johns County schools.
• Why people love it: gated privacy, championship golf, and some of the most impressive homes in the World Golf Village area.
• Best for: golfers and move-up buyers who want upscale, gated living.

Heritage Landing

Heritage Landing is the community families tour and fall for. Its amenity center is the draw: a lagoon-style pool with a water slide, tennis and basketball courts, a fitness center, and open green space along Six Mile Creek.

• Price range: roughly the high $300Ks to the low $600Ks depending on size and lot.
• Schools: St Johns County district, consistently A-rated.
• Why people love it: resort-style amenities at a mid-market price, plus a strong sense of community.
• Best for: growing families who want a lot of amenity for the money.

Las Calinas

Newer than several of its neighbors, Las Calinas mixes single-family homes with lower-maintenance townhomes, so it tends to attract a wider range of buyers. A community pool, walking trails, and a central location near I-95 round it out.

• Price range: roughly the high $300Ks to the low $600Ks, with townhomes at the more accessible end.
• Schools: zoned to top-rated St Johns County schools.
• Why people love it: a flexible mix of home styles and an easy commute toward Jacksonville or downtown St Augustine.
• Best for: first-time buyers and those wanting a newer home without a full-yard commitment.

Murabella

Murabella is a large, walkable village with its own commercial plaza, and it wraps around Mill Creek Academy, a K-8 school right inside the community. That on-site school is the single biggest reason young families gravitate here, along with two pools, a fitness center, and sports fields.

• Price range: generally the high $300Ks to the mid $500Ks.
• Schools: Mill Creek Academy (K-8) sits within the community, part of the St Johns County district.
• Why people love it: a walkable school, everyday shopping close by, and deep amenities.
• Best for: families who want the school and the store within a golf-cart ride.

Cascades at World Golf Village

Cascades is the area’s gated 55+ community, and it plays to a completely different rhythm. Lawn maintenance is handled for you, the 30,000-square-foot clubhouse runs a full social calendar, and the pools, courts, and craft studios keep the days busy. If you want the location without the upkeep, this is the one.

• Price range: roughly the low $400Ks to the $600Ks.
• Why people love it: active-adult living, maintained grounds, and an instant social network.
• Best for: retirees and downsizers (see our full guide to St Johns County neighborhoods for retirees).

How to Choose the Right World Golf Village Neighborhood

Start with lifestyle, then narrow by budget. If golf and gates matter most, King & Bear leads. If you want the biggest amenity package for a family, compare Heritage Landing and Murabella (and let the on-site school settle it). For a newer, lower-maintenance home, look at Las Calinas. And if you are ready to hand off the yard work, Cascades is purpose-built for that stage of life. Nearby Palencia and the rest of the county are worth a look too, and you can see how the wider market is moving in our Palencia, Nocatee and World Golf Village market update.

Relocating from out of the area? Our St Augustine relocation guide covers the practical side of the move, from commutes to what daily life actually costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is World Golf Village located?

World Golf Village is in northwest St Johns County, off International Golf Parkway near I-95, about 15 minutes north of historic downtown St Augustine and roughly 30 minutes south of downtown Jacksonville.

Which World Golf Village neighborhoods are best for families?

Heritage Landing and Murabella are the top family picks for their amenities, and Murabella has a K-8 school (Mill Creek Academy) inside the community.

Is there a 55+ community in World Golf Village?

Yes. Cascades at World Golf Village is a gated active-adult (55+) community with maintained lawns and a large clubhouse.

What schools serve World Golf Village?

The area is served by the St Johns County School District, one of the top-rated districts in Florida. Exact zoning varies by street, so confirm the assigned schools for any specific address.

How much do homes in World Golf Village cost?

It ranges widely by community, from the high $300Ks in family villages to well over $1 million for luxury estates in King & Bear. Check current listings for up-to-date pricing.

Ready to compare communities in person? Use our home search tool to see what is on the market, or reach out to our team and we will help you find the World Golf Village neighborhood that fits.