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Willowcove
at Nocatee
Ponte Vedra, Florida | Town Center Adjacent
Larger Homesites, Single-Family Homes and Townhomes Near Nocatee Town Center
Willowcove is a large, established neighborhood in Nocatee in Ponte Vedra, Florida, located just outside the Town Center area with convenient access to shopping, dining, Splash Water Park and Nocatee's central resident amenities. The community includes 342 single-family homes built by David Weekley Homes and Lennar Homes, along with a separate section of 100 townhomes built by Dream Finders Homes.
What makes Willowcove particularly interesting is the amount of variety within the neighborhood. Single-family homes are spread across winding streets with a mix of lake, preserve and interior homesites, including sections with considerably wider lots than you'll find in many of Nocatee's more compact neighborhoods. The townhomes occupy their own distinct section and offer a very different home and homesite experience, making Willowcove one of the more varied established communities near the center of Nocatee.
Willowcove Quick Facts
county
St. Johns
Builders
David Weekley Homes
Lennar Homes
Dreamfinders (townhomes)
Home Types
Single-Family Homes
Townhomes
Home Size
Single-family: 2,490–4,000+ SF
Townhomes: 2,029–2,480 S SF
Years built
2008-2015
Number of Homes
342 single-family homes
100 townhomes
Schools
Palm Valley Academy (K-8)
Nease High School
What to Know About Willowcove at Nocatee
Two Distinct Home Types in One Large Neighborhood
Willowcove combines 342 detached single-family homes with a separate section of 100 Dream Finders townhomes. The single-family portion was built by David Weekley Homes and Lennar Homes, while the townhomes occupy their own section with a different street pattern and neighborhood feel.
That makes home type the first distinction to make when considering Willowcove. A single-family home on a wide preserve homesite and a townhome may share the Willowcove name and Nocatee amenities, but they offer very different ownership, outdoor-space and maintenance experiences.
Homesite Size Is One of Willowcove's Biggest Differentiators
Willowcove winds around ponds, wooded preserve areas and multiple residential sections rather than following one compact street grid. As a result, homes can back to water, preserve, neighboring homes or other neighborhood features.
Those differences affect privacy, views, outdoor living and ultimately how buyers compare properties. Willowcove is a neighborhood where understanding the specific homesite matters, not just the floor plan and square footage.
The Townhomes Feel Like Their Own Section
Willowcove's 100 Dream Finders townhomes are clustered separately from much of the single-family neighborhood and have their own streets and nearby green spaces. The attached homes provide another way to live in this central Nocatee location without choosing one of Willowcove's larger detached homes and homesites.
Because the townhomes and single-family homes differ substantially in building type, size, outdoor space and ownership responsibilities, buyers should evaluate them as distinct products rather than treating all Willowcove sales as interchangeable.
Town Center Is Close, Without the Compact Town Center Homesites
Willowcove sits immediately outside Nocatee's Town Center area, keeping Splash Water Park, shopping, dining and central recreation convenient while offering a different residential setting from neighborhoods such as Enclave, Daniel Park and Addison Park.
For buyers who like the convenience of central Nocatee but want to compare larger single-family homes, wider homesites or townhome living, Willowcove offers several possibilities within one neighborhood.
Willowcove Has a Different K–8 School Assignment
Willowcove is currently zoned for Palm Valley Academy for grades K–8 and Nease High School. That's an important distinction for buyers comparing it with several nearby Town Center neighborhoods, which are assigned to a different K–8 school.
School boundaries can change, so buyers should always verify the current assignment for a specific property with the St. Johns County School District.
Inside Willowcove at Nocatee
Take a closer look at Willowcove's single-family homes, townhomes, neighborhood green spaces and varied lake and preserve settings.
Neighborhood Entrance
Single-Family Homes
Willowcove Townhomes
Neighborhood Park
Willowcove Fountain
Explore Homes for Sale in Willowcove at Nocatee
Browse current homes for sale in Willowcove below. With 342 single-family homes and 100 townhomes spread across distinctly different sections, Willowcove properties can vary considerably in home size, homesite, views, outdoor space and ownership type. If there isn't a Willowcove home currently available that fits what you're looking for, we can also help you compare nearby Nocatee neighborhoods with similar homes, larger lots or convenient access to Town Center.
Is Willowcove at Nocatee Right for You?
Willowcove may be a great fit if you:
• Want to stay convenient to Nocatee Town Center but prefer more homesite options
• Want a detached single-family home with the possibility of a wider lot
• Value lake, preserve or wooded homesite options
• Want larger home options than many of the compact Town Center neighborhoods
• Prefer an established resale neighborhood
• Want to compare both single-family homes and townhomes
• Value having neighborhood parks and green spaces
• Prefer Palm Valley Academy's current K–8 attendance zone
You may want to compare other Nocatee neighborhoods if you:
• Want one of the most walkable locations directly within Town Center
• Prefer a smaller, lower-maintenance single-family homesite
• Want newer construction
• Prefer a neighborhood with one consistent home type
• Want a gated community
• Want private neighborhood amenities such as a resident-only pool or amenity center
• Prefer a smaller neighborhood with fewer streets and homes
Not sure? Compare a few nearby Nocatee neighborhoods.
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Greenleaf Village
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Frequently Asked Questions About West End at Willowcove at Nocatee
Where is Willowcove in Nocatee?
Willowcove is located just outside Nocatee's Town Center area in Ponte Vedra, Florida. Its location provides convenient access to Town Center shopping and dining, Splash Water Park and Nocatee's central recreation facilities.
How many homes are in Willowcove?
Willowcove includes 442 residences: 342 single-family homes and 100 townhomes.
What types of homes are in Willowcove?
Willowcove includes detached single-family homes and attached townhomes. The two housing types occupy distinct sections of the neighborhood and offer substantially different home, homesite and ownership experiences.
Who built homes in Willowcove?
David Weekley Homes and Lennar Homes built Willowcove's single-family homes. Dream Finders Homes built the townhome section.
What size are homes in Willowcove?
Homes in Willowcove range from approximately 2,490–4,000+ square feet, based on property records. Individual floor plans and configurations vary by builder and home type.
When was Willowcove built?
Willowcove was developed between 2008 and 2015, making it one of Nocatee's established resale neighborhoods near Town Center.
Does Willowcove have large homesites?
Homesite sizes vary considerably throughout the single-family portion of Willowcove. The neighborhood includes traditional residential lots as well as wider homesites and properties backing to preserve or water, so buyers should compare the location and lot characteristics of individual homes.
Does Willowcove have neighborhood parks?
Yes. Willowcove includes neighborhood green spaces and park areas in addition to the larger Nocatee resident amenity system.
What schools serve Willowcove?
Willowcove is currently zoned for Palm Valley Academy for grades K–8 and Nease High School. School zoning can change, so buyers should verify current assignments with the St. Johns County School District.
Does Willowcove have HOA and CDD fees?
Yes. HOA and CDD assessments apply. The single-family and townhome sections also have different association structures, so buyers should verify current fees, maintenance responsibilities and governing documents for the particular property they're considering. Nocatee currently lists separate management contacts for Willowcove and Willowcove Town Homes.
Is Willowcove within walking or biking distance of Nocatee Town Center?
Willowcove is immediately adjacent to the Town Center area and connected into Nocatee's broader road, sidewalk and trail network. Actual walking or biking distance varies considerably depending on where a home is located because Willowcove is a large neighborhood.
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Pricing a Willowcove Home Starts With the Homesite and the Right Competition
Willowcove's size and variety make selecting comparable sales especially important. A single-family home on a wider preserve or lake homesite shouldn't automatically be compared with every similarly sized home in the neighborhood, and Willowcove's townhomes represent an entirely different housing product.
When evaluating a single-family home, we consider builder, floor plan, size, condition and updates, but also homesite width, rear view, privacy, outdoor improvements, garage configuration and location within the neighborhood. For townhomes, we focus on comparable attached properties, floor plan, condition, location and the ownership and maintenance structure buyers are comparing.
That's why a broad Willowcove or Nocatee price-per-square-foot calculation doesn't tell the whole story. We look at the property itself, the most relevant recent sales and the alternatives a buyer is likely to consider before recommending a pricing strategy.
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