Bear's Club
Suburban Neighborhood in Jupiter, Florida
Palm Beach County 33410, 33477
Jordan, Els among big-name residents
Bear’s Club opened on the last day of 1999, and over the past 25 years, it has become one of the most sought-after golf communities in the country, attracting the type of big-name buyers who can afford the pinnacle of luxury living. Among its most well-known residents are four-time major champion Ernie Els and six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan, who recently purchased a $16 million home here. “When a customer calls me and says price is no option, I tell them they have two choices – live on the ocean or live at Bear’s Club,” Marotta says. Housing prices range from $2.6 million for a four-bedroom villa to $42 million for a 23,000-square-foot Palladian-style waterfront mansion. In between is a collection of stunning multimillion-dollar homes featuring Spanish- and French-influenced architectural styles and ranging in size from 3,100 to more than 10,000 square feet. “What’s great about the housing is that it’s very low density. The east side is all estate homes on 1-acre lots fronting the golf course,” Marotta says.
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Initial membership fees can be as much as $500,000
Homes are built around a meticulously maintained 18-hole layout that spans more than 7,100 yards of gently rolling, wooded terrain strategically populated with water hazards and more than 100 bunkers. Homeowners are not automatically granted club membership. Prospective members must apply, and it can take up to two years to be accepted, says Matthew Dugow, a real estate agent with Compass whose portfolio includes properties in the community. Membership requires an initiation fee of $350,000 to $500,000, and annual fees range from $20,000 to $30,000. Nicklaus’ wife, Barbra, had input into the design of the course’s sprawling, multi-story clubhouse, whose Mediterranean motif is the inspiration behind much of the residential aesthetic. Outside of the community, residents have access to Jupiter’s buzzy waterfront. Residents can store their boats at Cypress Island Marina and The Bluffs Marina, both within minutes of the community.
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The Benjamin School offers premier private education
Nicklaus is a trustee emeritus of The Benjamin School. Located south of the community, it is one of the premier co-educational private day schools in the country. It consists of a lower, middle and upper school on two campuses in North Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. Opened in 1960, The Benjamin School serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The student-teacher ratio is 8-to-1. The area’s public-school options include Lighthouse Elementary School, rated B-minus by Niche; Beacon Cove Intermediate and Independence Middle schools, both rated A-minus; and William T. Dwyer High, an A-rated school.
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Gated, roaming security protects residents
Getting in and out of Bear’s Den is easy for residents, but there are only two access points, and there is not only gated security, but roaming security throughout the community. Donald Ross Road on the community’s southern edge provides direct access to the oceanfront less than 3 miles away. Florida State Road A1A runs adjacent to the community’s west side and allows for convenient travel up and down the coast. Palm Beach International Airport is about 18 miles away.1000 North attracts an upscale clientele
The second floor of the clubhouse features a dining room, but it is open only to members. However, most residents have their own personal chefs, Marotta says. As for dining out, Jordan and Els are partners in 1000 North, an upscale restaurant on the Jupiter waterfront. “You can have dinner overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway and watch the boats go by,” Marotta says. “Many of the top 100 golfers in the world live in the area, so they will often frequent the restaurant. And you have to remember that Palm Beach County is basically a winter surrogate for the New York area, so if you don’t have a good restaurant, you’re not going to be in business for long. Because all these guys have personal chefs, when I see a place that has a lot of Bear’s Club members, I know it’s good.” When home-cooking is on the menu, residents have access to a nearby Publix. There are 16 retail stores and eight restaurants at Harbourside Place, an upscale retail center in downtown Jupiter.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Dana Koch
Dana Koch
Responds QuicklyThe Corcoran Group
(561) 489-8743
234 Total Sales
1 in Bear's Club
$14,500,000 Price
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Vince Marotta
Vince Marotta
Illustrated Properties
(561) 660-9017
122 Total Sales
12 in Bear's Club
$4.5M - $15.5M Price Range
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Tom Hughes
Tom Hughes
Compass Florida LLC
(561) 621-2576
113 Total Sales
9 in Bear's Club
$3.6M - $17M Price Range
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Talbot Sutter
Talbot Sutter
SUTTER & NUGENT LLC
(561) 725-9694
168 Total Sales
3 in Bear's Club
$1.7M - $3.6M Price Range
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Matthew Dugow
Matthew Dugow
Compass Florida, LLC.
(786) 460-5910
51 Total Sales
3 in Bear's Club
$2.2M - $3.8M Price Range
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Mindy Heilman
Mindy Heilman
Compass Florida LLC
(561) 725-9678
131 Total Sales
3 in Bear's Club
$6.1M - $12M Price Range
Schools
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- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 2nd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Bert Winters Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Boating
- Fishing
Loggerhead Park
- Fishing
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Juno Beach Park
- Trails
- Beach
- Ocean
Kagan Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Juno Dunes Natural Area
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Parking Lot
FIND Dog Park
- Dog Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bear's Club | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bear's Club Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bear's Club, Jupiter sell after 131 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Bear's Club, Jupiter over the last 12 months is $14,500,000, up 45% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$17,247,500
Median Sale Price
$14,500,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$23,200,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
13%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
45%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$2,014
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
69
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
2005
Months of Supply
8.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
8,741
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
50,093
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
166
Median Age
66
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
10.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
52.4%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$196,428
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$195,160
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
67.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.1%
% Population in Labor Force
37.6%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
62''
Average Winter Low Temperature
58°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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