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Mandatory-Membership Golf Community, Jupiter
285 homes on 340 acres in Jupiter, centered on a Jack Nicklaus Signature walking course designed in 1985. Equity membership required with home purchase. Over a hundred acres of lakes and preserved greenbelt.
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
Jupiter, 33458
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The Loxahatchee Club is a mandatory-membership golf community of 285 homes on 340 acres in Jupiter, built around a Jack Nicklaus Signature course that opened in 1985. The course plays 5,394 to 7,147 yards (par 72) with two nine-hole loops designed for walking, supported by a dedicated caddie program, one of the few in South Florida. Nicklaus designed the layout before any homesites were platted; 71 acres of freshwater lakes and 40 acres of preserved greenbelt thread through the property as a result.
Homes range from approximately 1,800 to 7,800 square feet under air, on lots from under a quarter acre to just over one acre. Construction dates span 1985 through 2025, with active teardown-rebuild activity on older inventory. The community address is 1350 Echo Drive, Jupiter, FL 33458, accessed via a single staffed gatehouse off Central Boulevard. Street addresses fall on Echo Drive, Locha Drive, Sota Drive, Birkdale Lane, Terrapin Trail, Hawksbill Way, Micmac Lane, and several cul-de-sac circles. Locha Drive properties have historically commanded the highest prices. The community’s entry road, Toney Penna Drive, is named for the PGA Tour veteran and clubmaker who was an early member.
All homeowners must hold a Proprietary Resident Membership with full voting rights. Initiation, capital contributions, annual dues, and HOA assessments are detailed in the Membership and FAQ sections below.
Jack Nicklaus Signature Design, 1985
The Nicklaus Signature course plays 7,147 yards from the tips at par 72, with slope ratings from 121 to 153 depending on tee selection. Water comes into play on 14 holes, with approach shots into at least 11 greens carrying over or alongside freshwater lakes. Over 50 bunkers shape strategy off the tee and around the greens. The course earned Golf Digest's Best New Private Course award when it opened and appears in Golf Digest's Best in State (Florida) for 2025-26.
The signature 11th is a 399-yard par 4 with water lining the entire right side and a multi-tiered green. The longest hole, the 16th, plays 597 yards. Two nine-hole loops route from and return to the clubhouse, keeping green-to-tee distances short for walkers. The hardest hole is the 6th, a 386-yard par 4. Greens are fast and heavily contoured, with over 50 bunkers shaping play throughout the layout.
Slope 121 to 153
Caddie Program
Forbes Top 20
Loxahatchee Club Homes for Sale
Loxahatchee Club Estates
In the trailing 12 months through January 2026, 10 homes closed at an average of $3.9 million ($895 per square foot), with 68 days on market and a 93% list-to-sell ratio. The record sale was 208 Locha Drive at $11.25 million ($1,434/SF) in April 2025. Annual volume has exceeded $28 million in each of the last four years, with average /SF rising from $359 in 2020 to $900 in 2025.
The market segments sharply by construction vintage. Original homes from the late 1980s and 1990s on smaller lots trade from the high six figures to low $2 millions, with several sub-$1M transactions on the smallest units (Toteka Circle, Hawksbill Way). Renovated and rebuilt homes on Locha Drive and the larger Sota Drive lots occupy the $4M-$6M core. New construction and recent full teardown-rebuilds have produced the only transactions above $8M. Active MLS inventory typically runs 5-10 listings.
Buyer Intelligence
At a $5M purchase price, budget approximately $375,000 in initiation and capital costs at closing (as of early 2026: $350,000 club initiation plus $25,000 POA capital contribution), on top of the home price. Annual obligations before property taxes include approximately $26,000 in club dues, a quarterly food and beverage minimum, and approximately $7,300 in HOA assessments plus quarterly reserve charges. Initiation fees have more than doubled since 2020 (see FAQ below for the year-by-year trajectory). This matters for resale, since every future buyer will also pay the prevailing initiation at the time of their purchase.
The membership application is submitted while the home is under contract and must clear board review before closing. Plan for several weeks. Deed restrictions govern architectural standards, and all new construction and significant renovations require architectural review board approval. The community has rental restrictions: confirm current rules with the club’s membership office if seasonal leasing is part of your plan.
On insurance: homes built before 2002 predate the current Florida Building Code and may face higher wind insurance premiums or require roof certification for coverage. Roof age is a key underwriting factor. The dataset includes homes built as early as 1985; buyers evaluating these should budget for a four-point inspection, wind mitigation assessment, and realistic renovation scope. Seasonal buyers without a Florida homestead exemption face annual reassessment to full market value, which can produce significant tax exposure on a high-value asset (see FAQ below for current estimates).
Proprietary Equity Membership
All homeowners must hold a Proprietary Resident Membership with full voting rights and household access to every club facility. The FAQ below details current fees, annual obligations, and how the initiation has changed since 2020.
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Prospective buyers are introduced to the club through existing members or through a real estate advisor with established club relationships.
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After going under contract on a home, the buyer submits a formal membership application. The board evaluates financial qualifications and community fit. Contracts typically include a membership contingency.
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At closing, the buyer pays the club initiation fee and the POA capital contribution. Club dues and HOA assessments begin immediately.
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New members receive full access to the course, clubhouse, Activities Center, dining, tennis, spa, and pool. Contact us for a walkthrough of the process and current fee schedule.
Club Facilities
Recently renovated with an outdoor lounge and firepit overlooking the course. Four dining venues: the formal Penna Room, the casual Grill Room, the Grout Room, and the outdoor Turtle Café. A la carte dinner service four nights per week in season. Private event capacity for member functions.
Fitness room with 20+ machines and free weights, private Pilates studio with reformer and Cadillac equipment, aerobics studio, three massage and spa treatment rooms, wet room, and separate men's and women's locker rooms.
Three lighted Hydrogrid tennis courts. Lagoon-style heated swimming pool with adjacent snack bar. Bocce courts.
One staffed entry point off Central Boulevard with 24-hour security personnel, visitor clearance, and TV camera monitoring. All service and delivery vehicles are logged and screened.
Jupiter, Florida
Jupiter, Florida
The Loxahatchee Club sits on the west side of Central Boulevard in Jupiter, south of Indiantown Road and east of the Florida Turnpike. I-95 is approximately three miles west, providing direct access to Palm Beach International Airport (25 minutes south, served by Signature and Atlantic Aviation FBOs) and the rest of Palm Beach County.
Juno Beach and the Jupiter Inlet are 15-20 minutes east. Harbourside Place and the Indiantown Road dining corridor are 10 minutes. The Gardens Mall and Legacy Place in Palm Beach Gardens are 12 minutes south along the PGA Boulevard corridor. Admirals Cove is 8 minutes south; Jupiter Hills Club is 12 minutes north in Tequesta.
How It Compares
Common Questions
As of early 2026, the trailing 12 months produced 10 closed sales at an average of $3.9 million and $895 per square foot, with 68 days on market and a 93% list-to-sell ratio. The community record is 208 Locha Drive at $11.25 million ($1,434/SF) in April 2025. The price range is unusually wide for a 285-home community: the lowest recent sale was $740,000 (108 Toteka Circle, September 2025, a 2,531 SF original-construction home) and the highest was the Locha Drive record. The Real Estate section above breaks the market into three tiers by construction vintage and address. As a general rule, construction date and lot position matter more to pricing than square footage alone.
As of early 2026, budget for: a $350,000 club initiation fee plus a $25,000 capital contribution to the POA at closing. Annual obligations include approximately $26,000 in club dues, a quarterly food and beverage minimum, and approximately $7,300 in HOA assessments plus quarterly reserve charges. Property taxes depend on homestead status: a full-time resident claiming homestead on a $5M assessed value pays significantly less than a seasonal buyer without homestead, who faces annual reassessment to market value (approximately $85,000-$90,000 at current Jupiter millage rates). All-in annual carrying cost before the mortgage is roughly $40,000-$50,000 for a homesteaded owner and $120,000+ for a non-homesteaded seasonal buyer.
Substantially. Based on MLS listing data, the initiation fee for Proprietary Resident Membership was approximately $140,000 in 2020, rose to $200,000 in 2021-2022, increased to $275,000 in 2023, and reached $350,000 in 2024 where it remains as of early 2026. That is a 150% increase in six years. This trajectory is relevant for two reasons: it increases the total acquisition cost for any new buyer, and it creates a higher floor on the resale side since every future buyer will also pay the prevailing initiation at the time of purchase. The club adjusts fees periodically; confirm the current figure with the membership office before submitting an offer.
Bears Club has approximately 55 homesites, invitation-only membership with no published fee, and an ultra-luxury price floor (most transactions above $10M). Old Palm has approximately 300 estates with membership included in the purchase price, eliminating the separate initiation cost. Admirals Cove offers 45 holes, a deep-water marina, and approximately 900 residences across a much wider price range, with equity membership but at a different scale. Loxahatchee’s distinguishing features are the walking-course design, the Forbes Top 20 recognition, and the smaller community scale (285 homes) relative to Admirals Cove. The initiation fee is separate from and additional to the home price, unlike Old Palm where it is bundled. Buyers in the $3M-$5M range should also evaluate Jonathan’s Landing, which offers 54 holes and marina access across a wider price range.
The community averages 8-12 closed sales per year (62 total from 2020 through early 2026). Active MLS inventory typically runs 5-10 listings. Annual turnover is in the low single digits as a percentage of the 285-home base. Volume peaked at 16 sales in 2021 during the post-COVID migration wave and has settled to 8-9 per year since 2022. Some transactions, particularly for teardown-rebuild lots and higher-end Locha Drive properties, close privately. For current availability, see our Jupiter property search.
Average price per square foot has risen from $359 in 2020 to $900 in 2025, a 151% increase over five years. Annual sold volume has grown from $14.5 million (2020) to $33 million (2025). The sharpest single-year jump was 2021-2022, when average /SF moved from $473 to $728. Since 2022, appreciation has continued but at a more moderate pace ($728 to $815 to $900). The record sale in April 2025 reset the community ceiling at $1,434/SF, a figure that would have been unthinkable at Loxahatchee five years earlier.
Homes in the dataset range from 1985 to 2024 build dates. Pre-2002 construction predates the current Florida Building Code: expect older roof systems, no impact windows, and higher insurance costs. Several owners have completed full teardown-rebuilds, and that activity is ongoing (201 Echo Drive, built 2023, sold for $5.9M). Buyers evaluating 1985-2000 vintage homes should budget for a four-point inspection, wind mitigation assessment, and a realistic renovation scope. The architectural review board must approve all exterior modifications and new construction plans. Newer construction (post-FBC, impact windows, concrete block) is significantly more favorable to insure.
Denials are uncommon but do occur. The membership contingency should be written into every purchase contract. If the board does not approve the application, a properly structured contingency allows the buyer to terminate without forfeiting the deposit. This contingency is not automatically included in standard Florida real estate contracts; it must be negotiated and added as a rider. Work with an attorney and agent who have closed transactions in mandatory-membership communities to ensure the contingency language protects your position. The approval process evaluates both financial qualifications and community fit, so a strong introduction from existing members matters.
Based on transaction data, Locha Drive has produced every sale above $5 million in the community’s recent history. These tend to be the largest lots with lakefront positions and direct fairway frontage. Sota Drive and Echo Drive produce the core-market transactions between $3M and $5M. Birkdale Lane, Terrapin Trail, and the cul-de-sac circles (Toteka, Hawksbill, Nocossa, Lanitee, Micco) contain the original smaller homes that trade below $3M. The address hierarchy is relevant for resale: Locha Drive properties appreciate at a different rate than Birkdale or Toteka properties.
Teardown-rebuild activity is ongoing at Loxahatchee, particularly on smaller original-construction lots where the land value exceeds the improvement value. As of early 2026, new construction costs in Jupiter for the quality level expected within the club run $600-$900+ per square foot depending on finishes, excluding land. A buyer purchasing a $1.5M original home on a desirable lot and budgeting a $4M-$5M build for 5,000 SF should expect an all-in basis of $5.5M-$6.5M before initiation and soft costs. The architectural review board must approve all plans, and the approval process can take several months. Impact fees, permitting, and utility connections are additional. Several local builders are active in the community; the club or a knowledgeable agent can provide a current list.
The community is zoned for Jupiter public schools: Jupiter Elementary, Jupiter Middle, and Jupiter High School. All are A-rated by the Florida Department of Education. Jupiter High is one of the larger high schools in Palm Beach County with strong athletics and AP programs. Private school options within a 20-minute drive include Benjamin School (K-12, Palm Beach Gardens), Jupiter Christian School, and The Pine School in Hobe Sound. For families relocating from out of state, Palm Beach County’s controlled open enrollment system allows applications to schools outside your zone, though acceptance is not guaranteed.
Loxahatchee has a significant seasonal population, with activity peaking from November through April. During season, the course is busy, dining reservations fill earlier, and the social calendar is at its fullest. Off-season (May through October), the community is quieter with reduced dining hours and a smaller resident base. This seasonal dynamic is typical of Jupiter’s private golf communities. Buyers who intend to use the property year-round will find less competition for tee times in summer but should expect a different pace. The food and beverage minimum applies year-round regardless of occupancy, so seasonal buyers pay the minimum even during months they are not in residence.
Considering The Loxahatchee Club? The real estate and membership processes must run in parallel, and the initiation fee is separate from the home price. An agent with direct club relationships can coordinate both timelines.