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John's Island

John's Island is a gated private club community in North Beach that spans from three miles of Atlantic Ocean beach across A1A to the Indian River Lagoon. Property ownership requires club membership, serving about 1,400 residences located roughly a 15 minute drive north of Ocean Drive Village.

Written and reviewed by the Beachside Vero Editorial Team · Updated November 4, 2026
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Access
Gated
Setting
Ocean to river
Walk to village
15 min drive
Club membership
Required
Home types
Mix: houses, condos, townhomes
Price level
$$$$ · Most exclusive
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What Is John's Island Like?

John's Island is a gated private club community with about 1,400 residences spanning A1A from the Atlantic Ocean to the Indian River Lagoon. Property styles feature English Georgian architecture across single-family estates, oceanfront condominiums, townhomes, and golf cottages. Ownership requires club membership.

Setting is ocean to river, access is gated, and the Ocean Drive village is 15 min drive away. Club membership is required.

Types of Homes in John's Island

The community includes about 1,400 residences built in English Georgian architecture.

  • ✓Single-family houses and estates
  • ✓Oceanfront condominiums
  • ✓Townhomes
  • ✓Golf cottages

John's Island Amenities

  • ✓Three 18-hole golf courses designed by Pete Dye, Jack Nicklaus, and Tom Fazio
  • ✓Three clubhouses, including a beach club
  • ✓17 Har-Tru clay tennis courts
  • ✓Singles and doubles squash courts
  • ✓Two croquet lawns
  • ✓Fitness center

Location and Getting Around

John's Island is situated in North Beach and extends across A1A. Driving to Ocean Drive Village takes about 15 minutes.

Beach and River Access

The community has an ocean-to-river setting spanning from three miles of Atlantic Ocean beach to the Indian River Lagoon, and facilities include an oceanfront beach club.

What Homes Have Sold For

John's Island single-family homes sold for a median of $5.9 million in the 12 months ending November 2026, based on 34 qualified sales in Indian River County Property Appraiser records.

Home typeSalesPrice rangeMedian
Houses34$2.4M to $21.2M$5.9M
Condos26$1.2M to $5.7M$2.5M

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Recorded sales over the 12 months ending November 2, 2026. Source: Indian River County Property Appraiser public records. Excludes non-market transfers.

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John's Island Frequently Asked Questions

Is John's Island a gated community?

Yes, John's Island is a gated community.

Is club membership required to live in John's Island?

Yes, property ownership in John's Island requires club membership.

Where is John's Island located?

John's Island is located in the North Beach area, about a 15 minute drive from Ocean Drive Village, and spans A1A between the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Lagoon.

What golf courses are in John's Island?

The community features three 18-hole golf courses designed by Pete Dye, Jack Nicklaus, and Tom Fazio.

What architectural style is found in John's Island?

Residences across the community feature English Georgian architecture.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Indian Trails

Oak canopy, marina and private beach access

Under 1 mile away

River Club at Carlton

Homes, villas and condos near the Jungle Trail

Under 1 mile away

Peppertree

Villas and homes beneath mature oaks

Under 1 mile away

The Strand

Key West style homes from A1A to the Jungle Trail

0.7 miles away

Indian River Shores

A town of its own

0.8 miles away

Windsor

New Urbanist village and polo

1.1 miles away