Estates of St. James is a neighborhood of about 70 estate homes inside BallenIsles Country Club, the 24-hour guard-gated club community in Palm Beach Gardens. Residents are minutes from the newly expanded clubhouse, 54 holes of golf, a 22-court tennis complex and five dining venues, all set among mature trees and beautifully manicured grounds.
Stefan’s take
St. James is classic BallenIsles: one of the original estate neighborhoods, with about 70 homes, mature oaks and lots of nearly a third of an acre. Established, elegant and close to the clubhouse.
Estates of St. James by the Records
- Homes: about 70 estate homes
- Typical lot: about 0.31 acre (middle half of lots: 0.29 to 0.34 acre)
- Owner-occupied: about 75% of homes carry a homestead exemption
- Jurisdiction: City of Palm Beach Gardens
Source: Palm Beach County Property Appraiser parcel data. BallenIsles neighborhoods are recorded on shared plats, so counts are approximate and assigned by street. Owner-occupied share is the percentage of homes with a homestead exemption, which marks a primary residence.
The Essentials
- Location: within BallenIsles Country Club, off PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens
- Homes: about 70 estate homes
- Gated: yes, BallenIsles has 24-hour staffed guard gates
- Association: its own neighborhood association, within the BallenIsles master association
- Club: BallenIsles Country Club, a member-owned equity club with several membership categories
- Setting: mature trees, lakes, fairways and manicured landscaping throughout
Golf, Tennis and the Clubhouse
Living in Estates of St. James puts the full BallenIsles lifestyle a short golf-cart ride away. The club recently completed a major renovation and expansion, and the 115,000-square-foot clubhouse now includes five dining venues, a resort-style pool and an expanded fitness and wellness center. Golfers enjoy three 18-hole courses, the East, North and South, 54 holes in all, with roots going back to the original PGA National Golf Club. Racquet players have 22 Har-Tru tennis courts with a stadium court, plus pickleball.
BallenIsles is a member-owned equity club with several membership categories, from full golf to sports and social. Membership terms can vary, so confirm what applies to the specific home you are considering. Across the community, the mature trees and manicured grounds keep the feel spacious, private and relaxed.
Homes in Estates of St. James
Estates of St. James is about 70 estate homes on St. James Drive, Court and Terrace, one of the original BallenIsles neighborhoods. Many homes enjoy lake, golf or garden views, and the mature landscaping gives each street a settled, established look.
Getting Around
From Estates of St. James, I-95 at PGA Boulevard is about 10 minutes and the Turnpike about 12. Shopping and dining at The Gardens Mall are about 13 minutes away, and Juno Beach is about 21.
Drive Times
| Destination | Approx. drive |
|---|---|
| Juno Beach Pier | 21 min |
| The Gardens Mall | 13 min |
| I-95 at PGA Boulevard | 10 min |
| Florida’s Turnpike at PGA Boulevard | 12 min |
| Jupiter Medical Center | 22 min |
| DJT International Airport | 28 min (15.9 mi) |
| Kravis Center for the Performing Arts | 22 min (12.1 mi) |
Approximate drive times in light traffic, the median of five homes across the community, calculated with OpenStreetMap routing. Peak-hour and season traffic run longer.
Before You Make an Offer
- Associations: budget for the Estates of St. James neighborhood association and the BallenIsles master association.
- Club membership: ask which BallenIsles membership category fits how you live, and confirm what applies to the home you are considering, including any equity or initiation contribution.
- Flood and insurance: ask for the elevation certificate if one exists, and get wind and flood quotes during your inspection period.
- Taxes after you buy: your bill resets to market value after a sale, so file for homestead with the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser by March 1 if the home will be your primary residence.
Compare It With
- BallenIsles: the master club community, with 33 neighborhoods and 54 holes of golf
- Vintage Isle: about 70 single-family homes
- Laguna: about 70 single-family homes
- Orchid Cay: about 65 single-family homes
Frequently Asked Questions
How many homes are in Estates of St. James? About 70 estate homes, based on county records.
Is Estates of St. James gated? Yes. Estates of St. James is inside BallenIsles, which has 24-hour staffed guard gates.
Is club membership required in Estates of St. James? BallenIsles is a member-owned equity club with several membership categories. Terms can vary, so confirm what applies to the specific home before you buy.
What can residents enjoy nearby? The renovated BallenIsles clubhouse with five dining venues, three championship golf courses, 22 tennis courts, pickleball, a resort-style pool and fitness center.
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Sources
- PrivateCommunities.com: BallenIsles Country Club
- Waterfront Properties: BallenIsles
- PRP Jupiter: BallenIsles Country Club
- Palm Beach County Property Appraiser parcel data
Community details are based on published sources and may change; confirm club, membership and association details directly before you buy. Stefan Levine, P.A. | Illustrated Properties LLC | License SL3228095
