Piper’s Landing in Palm City: A 2026 Guide
Quick answer: Piper's Landing Yacht & Country Club is a small equity club in Palm City, just 302 homes on about 600 acres along the St. Lucie River, with a redesigned Gene Bates golf course and a 49-slip deepwater yacht basin known as one of the safest hurricane harbors on Florida's east coast. Unlimited golf is bundled into the monthly dues. Recent listings have run from about $650K to $1.7 million.
Piper's Landing is the quiet one. Half the density of its neighbors, 29 stocked lakes, and a membership small enough that the course never feels busy. Here's what buyers should know in 2026.
The community at a glance
| Location | Palm City (Martin County), on the St. Lucie River |
|---|---|
| Homes | 302 homes on about 600 acres; lots from a third of an acre to over an acre |
| Golf | 18 holes, about 6,900 yards with six tee sets, a Joe Lee original redesigned by Gene Bates |
| Boating | 49-slip deepwater yacht basin in a naturally protected harbor |
| Membership | Equity, member-owned; every resident is a member, and golf is unlimited with dues |
| Typical prices | Roughly $650K to $1.7M (approximate) |
The golf
The course started as a "Gentleman Joe" Lee design in the early 1980s and was later redesigned by Gene Bates. It plays about 6,900 yards from the tips with six sets of tees, winding through the community's lakes and preserves. The whole property is a designated wildlife sanctuary. With only around 300 member households and golf included in dues, tee sheets stay open: many members just walk on.
The yacht basin
The 49-slip marina sits in a deepwater basin that's naturally protected. Local boaters consider it one of the safest hurricane harbors on this coast. It handles substantial yachts (published figures range from about 75 to 85 feet), with access to the St. Lucie and Indian Rivers and out to the Atlantic.
Membership and fees
Piper's Landing flips the usual model: the entry cost is lower, and the monthly dues carry more. Recently published figures (2024): a $65,000 equity contribution (of which $25,000 is refundable when you sell), a $30,000 capital contribution, and monthly HOA-plus-club dues, which include unlimited golf for the household, plus a modest annual dining minimum. In other words, you pay as you live rather than all up front. Confirm current amounts with the club, as they change yearly.
Life at Piper's Landing
Four dining venues, five Har-Tru tennis courts, four pickleball courts, a lifestyle center with fitness classes and spa services, and six community pools spread through the neighborhoods. The 29 lakes are stocked for fishing. It's a genuinely low-key, nature-forward version of club living in Palm City.
Frequently asked questions
Is golf really unlimited at Piper's Landing?
Yes. Golf is bundled into the monthly dues for resident members rather than charged as a separate membership. That's unusual for an equity club in this area.
Is part of the buy-in refundable?
Per recently published figures, $25,000 of the $65,000 equity contribution is refundable when you sell. Confirm the current terms with the club.
How big a boat can I keep?
The deepwater basin handles large yachts. Published limits range from about 75 to 85 feet. If dockage matters, confirm slip availability and your boat's specs with the club early.
How does Piper's Landing compare to Harbour Ridge?
Both are Palm City equity clubs with marinas. Harbour Ridge is about twice the size with 36 holes and a higher up-front buy-in; Piper's Landing is smaller, with one course, a lower entry cost and higher monthly dues that include golf. See the full Treasure Coast golf communities guide.
Talk with William. William can walk you through Piper's Landing listings, the fee structure and recent sales, and set up a tour. Call or text (772) 800-2274 or send a message.
General information, not legal, tax or financial advice. Prices, fees and club rules change; confirm current details with the club and association. William Merchant, REALTOR®, RE/MAX Gold. Each RE/MAX office is independently owned and operated.
