Country Clubs in Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens & Northern Palm Beach County
Compare golf and country club communities throughout Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, North Palm Beach, Tequesta, and the surrounding area — including membership requirements, initiation fees, annual dues, and the differences that matter when choosing a home.
Finding the Right Country Club Community
Northern Palm Beach County offers an incredible variety of golf and country club communities, but choosing the right one involves much more than choosing a golf course.
Some communities require membership when you purchase a home. Others offer different membership levels depending on the property. Some clubs are invitation-only, while others offer optional membership or allow non-resident members.
There are also public golf courses, such as Abacoa Golf Club and North Palm Beach Country Club, where you don't need to live in a golf community to play.
These differences can have a significant impact on both your lifestyle and the true cost of owning a home.
I help my buyers look at the complete picture — the home, community, membership requirements, initiation or equity contribution, annual dues, HOA or POA fees, assessments, amenities, and other recurring costs — before deciding which community is the right fit.
Understanding Total Ownership Costs
Two homes with similar purchase prices can have vastly different annual costs. When evaluating country club communities, consider the home price, club initiation, annual dues, HOA fees, property taxes, and insurance together. A less expensive home with high membership costs might exceed the total ownership cost of a pricier home with lower annual fees.
About the Membership Fees Below
Country club membership fees and requirements can change frequently.
Whenever possible, the information below comes directly from the club, municipality, or a current club-issued membership schedule and includes an as-of date. When a private club does not publicly publish its fees, recent membership documents or other reliable sources may be used and clearly identified.
- Official / Published — Current information published directly by the club or municipality.
- Current Club Schedule — Information from a dated club-issued membership or fee schedule.
- Estimated / Verify With Club — Recent information is available, but the club does not publicly publish or confirm current fees.
All membership requirements and fees should be confirmed directly with the club before purchasing a home.
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Jupiter Country Clubs & Golf Communities
Search Jupiter HomesThe Club at Admirals Cove
Admirals Cove is a private residential country club community combining golf, boating, marina access, dining, fitness, racquet sports, and extensive club amenities.
2025–2026 Membership (November 1, 2025 – October 31, 2026)
| Membership | Initiation | Annual Operating Dues |
|---|---|---|
| Golf | $475,000 | $48,837 |
| Sports | $360,000 | $41,766 |
| Tennis | $335,000 | $32,648 |
| Social | $285,000 | $31,134 |
Application Fee: $500. Food & Beverage Minimum: $2,000 annually. Additional fees may apply.
Status: CURRENT CLUB SCHEDULE — 2025–2026
Membership requirements should always be confirmed for the specific property being considered.
Jupiter Country Club
Gated residential golf community — single-family homes, golf, fitness, tennis, dining, club amenities. Membership options and fees can vary; confirm for the specific property.
Status: VERIFY CURRENT MEMBERSHIP & FEES WITH CLUB
The Bear's Club
Private golf community in Jupiter with a limited number of residences surrounding the club. Membership is private and invitation-based; purchasing a home should not be assumed to guarantee club membership. Current 2026 third-party information reports approximately $350,000 initiation and $31,200 annual dues for Full Golf membership.
Status: ESTIMATED / VERIFY WITH CLUB
The Loxahatchee Club
Private residential golf community — custom homes, golf, dining, fitness, racquet sports, amenities. Current 2026 information reports approximately: Proprietary Golf Initiation $250,000; Annual Dues $23,550; Annual Trail Fee approximately $1,300. Categories/eligibility can vary.
Status: ESTIMATED / VERIFY WITH CLUB
Trump National Golf Club Jupiter
Private golf club — golf, dining, fitness, spa, social amenities. Confirm fees with club.
Status: VERIFY WITH CLUB
Public Golf in Jupiter
Abacoa Golf Club
Public course with optional limited membership. You do not have to be a member to live in Abacoa; living in Abacoa does not require golf membership.
2026–2027 Membership (Nov 1, 2026 – Oct 31, 2027): New Member Initiation $20,000; Individual $12,500 annually + $600 F&B; Family $16,500 annually + $1,200 F&B; Member Cart Fee $39/round; limited to 100 members.
Status: OFFICIAL / PUBLISHED
Jupiter Dunes Golf Club
Public golf option near the coast. Rates/programs change seasonally — confirm with course.
Golf Club of Jupiter
Public-access option. Rates vary by season/day/tee time — check with course rather than listing daily green fees.
Palm Beach Gardens Country Clubs
Search Palm Beach Gardens HomesPGA National Members Club
Best-known golf communities — SF homes, villas, townhomes, condos. Purchasing a home does not automatically mean you must join. Options: Full Golf, Junior Executive, Sports, Resort Social. Most recent club-issued fee schedule referenced is Feb 2025 — do not present those dollars as current 2026–2027 fees.
Status: CONTACT CLUB FOR CURRENT 2026–2027 FEES
BallenIsles Country Club
Private gated — golf, tennis, pickleball, fitness, dining, amenities.
2026 Membership effective Jan 1, 2026:
| Membership | Total Buy-In | Annual Dues |
|---|---|---|
| Full Golf | $295,000 | $31,522 |
| Sports | $220,000 | $27,574 |
| Racquets | $170,000 | $21,591 |
| Social/Fitness | $170,000 | $20,475 |
Total buy-in includes equity + non-refundable initiation. Additional fees may apply.
Status: CURRENT 2026 EQUITY MEMBERSHIP SCHEDULE
The Country Club at Mirasol
Private gated — golf, tennis, pickleball, fitness, dining, spa, social. Membership category is tied to the home — review membership for the specific property before purchasing.
2026 Membership:
| Membership | Contribution | Annual Dues |
|---|---|---|
| Golf | $300,000 | $33,671 |
| Sports | $175,000 | $20,202 |
| Social | $115,000 | $8,417 |
Additional fees may apply.
Status: 2026 CLUB SCHEDULE CIRCULATED THROUGH BROKERAGES — VERIFY WITH CLUB
Important: Mirabella at Mirasol is a separate residential community and is not part of Mirasol Country Club.
Eastpointe Country Club
Established gated — SF homes, villas, condos, golf, amenities. Resident Social associated with new homeownership; Full Golf is an additional option.
2025–2026 Full Golf: Initiation Individual/Family $85,000/$85,000; Annual Dues & Fees $16,125/$20,188; Annual Trail Plan $1,700/$2,100; OR Annual Cart Plan $2,250/$2,800; Food Minimum $500/$1,000.
Young Executive Golf — Under 40: Initiation $48,000; Annual Dues & Fees Individual $12,362 / Family $15,576. Additional trail/cart and food minimums apply.
Resident Social / Resident Social II:
Eastpointe offers Resident Social and Resident Social II memberships, which are distinct from Full Golf membership. Resident Social / Social II fees must be confirmed with the club — specific current 2025–2026 Social II fees were not available for publication.
Status: CURRENT EASTPOINTE 2025–2026 MEMBERSHIP SCHEDULE
Frenchman's Reserve Country Club
Private gated golf/country club. Membership required for residents. Published equity: Full Golf $275,000; Social/Sport $140,000. Club does not publicly publish current annual dues.
Status: OFFICIAL / PUBLISHED
Frenchman's Creek Beach & Country Club
Private golf/country club + private beach club in nearby Juno Beach. Membership required with homeownership. Current 2026: Equity $475,000; POA Capital Contribution $25,000. Most recent annual dues schedule 2025–2026 ≈ $53,447 plus additional charges — confirm current dues with club.
Status: CURRENT EQUITY INFORMATION / VERIFY CURRENT DUES
Old Palm Golf Club
Private golf community along PGA Boulevard — custom and estate homes, privacy, golf-focused. Most recent docs Tracey will display: Membership Equity $350,000; Annual Club Dues $38,500; Additional Capital Dues ≈ $250/month. Based on 2024 schedule — baseline not current 2026. Confirm for specific home.
Status: DATED CLUB SCHEDULE — VERIFY CURRENT FEES
Old Marsh Golf Club
Private, low-density golf community — custom residences, golf-focused.
Status: CONTACT CLUB FOR CURRENT FEES
Panther National
Within Avenir. Older launch info (~2024): ≈ $500,000 initiation non-resident, $400,000 homeowners, dues ~$30,000.
Status: CONTACT CLUB FOR CURRENT FEES
North Palm Beach Golf
Search North Palm Beach HomesNorth Palm Beach Country Club
Municipally owned by Village of NPB; open to the public. Different from mandatory-membership private clubs.
2026–2027 (Oct 1, 2026 – Sep 30, 2027): Golf and Golf Plus currently full; waitlist available.
Non-golf:
| Membership | NPB Resident | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Tennis Single | $995 | $1,250 |
| Tennis Family | $1,350 | $1,850 |
| Tennis + Pool Single | $1,400 | $1,895 |
| Tennis + Pool Family | $2,100 | $2,500 |
| Pool Single | $310 | $440 |
| Pool Family | $500 | $645 |
Taxes additional. Village residents: $175 Resident Card for seasonal public golf discounts.
Status: OFFICIAL / PUBLISHED
Tequesta & Northern Jupiter Area Golf Clubs
Search Tequesta HomesTequesta Country Club
Private member-owned golf and social club. Fees not publicly published — confirm with club.
Status: CONTACT CLUB
Jupiter Hills Club
Highly private golf club with Tequesta mailing address. Invitation-based; fees not publicly published.
Status: PRIVATE / INVITATION-ONLY
Turtle Creek Club
Private golf club Tequesta area. 2026 third-party estimates: golf initiation ≈ $100,000; annual dues ≈ $19,000 — estimates not published club rates.
Status: ESTIMATED / VERIFY WITH CLUB
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to join a country club if I buy a home in a golf community?
It depends on the community. Some country club communities require membership when you purchase a home, while others offer different membership levels or make membership optional. Some clubs are invitation-only, and others allow non-resident members. The membership requirements vary significantly between communities and should be confirmed for the specific property you're considering.
What are the typical country club initiation fees in northern Palm Beach County?
Initiation fees (also called equity contributions or buy-ins) vary widely by club and membership category. Full Golf memberships can range from approximately $85,000 at clubs like Eastpointe to $475,000 at premier clubs like The Club at Admirals Cove or Frenchman's Creek. Social, Sports, and Tennis-only memberships typically have lower initiation fees. All fees should be confirmed directly with the club as they change frequently.
What are annual country club dues in Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens?
Annual dues vary by club and membership type. Full Golf memberships typically range from approximately $16,000 to $48,000+ annually, with many clubs in the $20,000-$35,000 range. Sports, Tennis, and Social memberships generally have lower annual dues. Additional fees may include food and beverage minimums, trail fees, capital assessments, and other charges. Current dues should be confirmed with each club.
How do I compare total ownership costs between country club communities?
When comparing country club communities, look at the complete financial picture: home purchase price, club initiation or equity contribution, annual club dues, HOA or POA fees, property taxes, insurance, food and beverage minimums, and any assessments or additional fees. Two homes with similar purchase prices can have vastly different annual costs once membership and other fees are considered. A less expensive home with high membership costs might exceed the total ownership cost of a pricier home with lower annual fees.
Are there public golf courses in Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens where I don't need to live in a community?
Yes, there are public golf options. Abacoa Golf Club in Jupiter offers a public course with optional limited membership. North Palm Beach Country Club is municipally owned and open to the public. Jupiter Dunes Golf Club and Golf Club of Jupiter are also public-access courses with seasonal rates. These options allow you to play golf without living in a mandatory-membership golf community.
How current is the membership fee information on this page?
Each club listing includes a status badge and last verified date indicating the source and currency of the information. "Official/Published" means current information published directly by the club. "Current Club Schedule" indicates information from a dated club-issued fee schedule. "Estimated/Verify With Club" means recent information is available but not officially published. All membership requirements and fees should be confirmed directly with the club before purchasing a home, as they can change frequently.
Choosing the Right Country Club Community
There isn't one "best" country club community in northern Palm Beach County.
Some buyers are focused on golf. Others care more about tennis, pickleball, fitness, dining, boating, a beach club, social activities, or simply finding the right home.
The financial differences matter too. Two similarly priced homes can have very different overall ownership costs once you consider membership contributions, annual dues, HOA or POA fees, assessments, property taxes, insurance, and other recurring expenses.
That's why I like to look at the home and the lifestyle together.
If you're considering a golf or country club community in Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, North Palm Beach, Tequesta, or the surrounding area, I can help you compare the communities, understand the membership requirements, and find the home and club that best fit the way you want to live.
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Choosing the right country club community requires expert guidance on membership requirements, total ownership costs, and finding the home and lifestyle that matches your priorities.
I help my buyers navigate the complete picture — comparing clubs, understanding fee structures, and identifying communities that offer the best value and fit for your needs. Let's discuss your country club search and find the right home for you.
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