Interest in recreational golf is booming in the United States, with participation expected to continue breaking records in 2026, according to the National Golf Foundation.
With the Masters teeing off later this week, golf is front and center, and for homeowners who love the game, there’s no better way to bring it home than living in a golf course community. From manicured fairways to vibrant clubhouses, these neighborhoods offer the chance to play more often, stay active, and enjoy resort-style amenities every day.
If you’re searching for a golf-centered lifestyle, focusing on the country’s “golfiest” states is a good place to start. In its 2025 Golf Scorecard, the United States Golf Association highlighted the regions where the most golf is played: Florida leads the Southeast, Colorado tops the central regions, and Arizona leads the West.
Here are some standout homes in golf course communities across these areas, offering a mix of course access, amenities, and lifestyle opportunities for golf enthusiasts and their families.
1. Wellen Park Golf & Country Club - Estate Homes. Venice FL
Built by: Lennar
Price Range: From $660,999
Size:2,395 - 2,799 Sq Ft
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Golfing homeowners will love having direct access to a championship course designed for all skill levels, set in a landscape that encourages frequent play and skill development. Beyond the fairways, the community fosters an active, wellness-focused lifestyle with amenities such as a resort-style pool, fitness center, tennis courts, and a clubhouse, providing opportunities to stay active, socialize, and unwind all in one place.
2. Kings Gate- Port Charlotte, FL
Built by: M/I Homes
Price Range: From $284,990
Size:1,443 - 1,660 Sq Ft
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At Kings Gate, residents have optional access to an on-site golf course, making it easy to fit a round into everyday routines without the commitment of a golf-centric community. The broader amenity mix supports an active, wellness-oriented lifestyle, with tennis and bocce courts, a resort-style pool, and a clubhouse centered around social programming. Designed for 55+ living, the community pairs low-maintenance homes with opportunities to stay active, connect with neighbors, and enjoy a balanced pace of life.
One of M/I Homes’ current incentives is especially appealing for golf enthusiasts. Buyers who purchase a new home in a Southwest Florida community by April 30, 2026, can receive a complimentary golf cart.
3. Sterling Grove - Arlington Collection Surprise, AZ
Built by: Toll Brothers
Price Range: From $595,995
Size: 1,520 - 3,182 Sq Ft
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For golf enthusiasts, the standout draw at the Arlington Collection is the 18-hole Nicklaus- designed course, offering a thoughtfully crafted playing experience shaped by one of the game’s most recognized names. Paired with Troon-managed course operations and clubhouse amenities, residents can expect a high standard of play and service. Many of the 55+ homes are positioned to take advantage of golf course views, adding a scenic, lifestyle-driven element that extends beyond the game itself.
4. Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch- Florence, AZ
Built by: Del Webb
Price Range: $279,990
Size: 1,279 - 2,760 Sq Ft
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At Sun City Anthem, resort-style living is the foundation, with amenities designed to create a day-to-day experience that feels more like a private retreat than a traditional neighborhood. Anchoring it all is an 18-hole golf course, giving golf enthusiasts the ability to play regularly, practice, and build social connections around the game without leaving home. Managed alongside a full suite of active lifestyle amenities like pickleball, tennis, and bocce, the course becomes part of a broader wellness ecosystem, where staying active, social, and engaged is built into the rhythm of everyday life.
5. Flying Horse Village of Madonie- Monument, CO
Built by: Vantage Homes
Price Range: $1,543,200
Size: 4,254 -townhomes 4,642 Sq Ft
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Perfectly positioned along the 11th tee box of the Flying Horse South Golf Course, homes in the Village of Madonie offer stunning golf course views and direct access to one of Colorado Springs’ most prestigious fairways. Residents enjoy exclusive membership opportunities, including private golf courses, resort-style clubhouses, fully equipped fitness facilities, and scenic walking trails — creating a lifestyle that blends serene surroundings with active, social living. This combination makes Madonie an ideal setting for golf enthusiasts and those seeking a luxury community rich in both recreation and relaxation.
6. Highlands at Fox Hill- Longmont, CO
Built by: Landmark Homes
Price Range: $399,900
Size :876 - 2,444 Sq Ft
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Highlands at Fox Hill offers condominiums and features an 18-hole parkland-style golf course. Parkland courses are built inland, away from the ocean, with carefully shaped fairways, strategic bunkers, ponds, and built-up rough that challenge golfers while creating a park-like, scenic setting. The most famous parkland-style course is Augusta National, home to the Masters. Living alongside this type of course brings that same lush, tree-lined, meticulously manicured experience to your backyard.
Bottom Line
Whether you’re a serious player or just love the view from the fairway, these communities make it easy to live the golf lifestyle year-round.
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