Pickleball in Palm Beach Gardens: Avenir's Courts and the City's Public Courts
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Pickleball in Palm Beach Gardens is easy to find. If you live at Avondale at Avenir, DiVosta lists 6 pickleball courts and 8 tennis courts at Avenir's 16,000-square-foot clubhouse. Beyond Avenir, the City of Palm Beach Gardens runs public courts too, including 10 pickleball courts at its Tennis and Pickleball Center and 24 lighted public courts at Lilac Pickleball Courts.
This guide covers where to play near Avondale at Avenir, what else is at Avenir's clubhouse, and which amenities are still planned.
What pickleball is, in one minute
Pickleball is a paddle sport played on a court about the size of a doubles badminton court. Players use solid paddles and a light plastic ball with holes. It is easy to learn, games are short, and it is played as singles or doubles. That is why it has become so popular with all ages in South Florida.
Pickleball at Avenir's clubhouse
DiVosta lists these amenities for Avondale buyers, all at Avenir:
6 pickleball courts
8 tennis courts
A 16,000-square-foot clubhouse
A state-of-the-art fitness center with a gym and aerobics area, plus men's and women's locker rooms
A heated resort-style pool with waterfalls, a two-lane lap pool and an 8-person spa
An event hall, covered outdoor dining and a fire pit
Poolside cabanas and shaded pavilions
A kids' zone with a splash pad, a children's play room and playgrounds
Two event lawns and a fenced dog park
The Avenir developer's own site lists the same court count, 8 tennis and 6 pickleball, at its Blue Heron Clubhouse.
Avenir has also opened a second clubhouse, the Great Egret Clubhouse, which the developer says serves Avenir's western neighborhoods. Its own announcement lists 9 tennis courts and 12 pickleball courts. We could not confirm whether Avondale owners can use it, so ask the sales team before you count on it.
What is still planned
The Avenir developer describes some amenities in future terms, including a working farm and an extended trail network through its conservation land. It also says all amenities are preliminary and can change. We do not list those as open. Call 561-704-0091 to ask what is open on the day you visit.
Public pickleball courts in Palm Beach Gardens
You do not need a clubhouse to play. The City of Palm Beach Gardens runs public courts.
Palm Beach Gardens Tennis and Pickleball Center
The city's Tennis and Pickleball Center is at 5110 117th Court North in Palm Beach Gardens. The city lists 20 Har-Tru clay tennis courts, 4 hard tennis courts and 10 pickleball courts there. Har-Tru is a clay-style court surface that many players find easier on the joints than hard courts. See the city's tennis page for programs and hours.
Lilac Pickleball Courts
The city lists 24 lighted public pickleball courts at Lilac Pickleball Courts, and they are free to use outside of managed play hours. Check the city's Lilac Pickleball Courts page for the schedule and rules.
More city options
The city keeps a pickleball page with leagues, lessons and open play. Check it before you go, since times change by season.
Tennis, golf and the rest of the active life
If tennis is your game, you have Avenir's 8 courts and the city's 24 courts at its Tennis and Pickleball Center. If golf is, the City of Palm Beach Gardens' public course, Sandhill Crane Golf Club, shares Avondale's 33412 ZIP code. Read our Sandhill Crane Golf Club guide.
If you would rather walk or paddle, our guide to Loxahatchee Slough Natural Area and Riverbend Park covers the trails and kayak launches nearby.
Does an amenity-rich community cost more?
Often, yes. Avenir's clubhouse is one reason DiVosta homes at Avondale have recently started higher than the same plans at DiVosta's Hendrix Reserve in Lake Worth. DiVosta lists a pool, a cabana, a playground and grills there, with one pickleball court under construction. For example, the Whitestone has recently started roughly sixty thousand dollars higher at Avondale than at Hendrix Reserve, at the same size.
If courts, a big pool and a gym are things you will use every week, that gap can make sense. If they are not, compare both. Our Classic vs Estate guide and all ten Avondale floor plans compared will help you pick a plan.
What to bring to your first game
You do not need much to start.
A paddle. Many city programs lend paddles at beginner sessions, so try before you buy.
Court shoes with good side support. Running shoes are made for moving forward, not side to side.
Water and a hat. Florida sun is strong, even in winter.
A friendly attitude. Open play usually rotates players, so you will meet people fast.
Questions to ask about Avenir's amenities before you buy
The clubhouse is a big part of what you pay for at Avondale, so ask clear questions on your visit.
Which clubhouse can Avondale owners use, and are there limits on guests?
How do court reservations work, and how far ahead can you book?
Are there leagues, lessons or open play times for pickleball and tennis?
Which amenities are open today, and which are still planned?
How are clubhouse costs paid, and are they part of the Community Association fee?
Get the answers in writing from the community documents before you sign.
Getting to the courts
Avenir's main entrance is at Northlake Boulevard and Avenir Drive. To reach the city's courts and the rest of Palm Beach Gardens, you head east on Northlake Boulevard. See getting around on Northlake Boulevard for the main roads.
Next step
Ask for a tour of the clubhouse when you visit the models. See the courts at the times you would really play, like a weekday evening or a Saturday morning.
Call 561-704-0091 or Tour Avondale at Avenir and the Avenir Clubhouse — Schedule a Visit. Ask what incentives DiVosta is offering this month.
Common Questions
Does Avondale at Avenir have pickleball courts?
DiVosta lists 6 pickleball courts and 8 tennis courts at Avenir's 16,000-square-foot clubhouse as amenities for Avondale buyers. Ask the sales team to show you the clubhouse on your visit.
Where can I play public pickleball in Palm Beach Gardens?
The city runs 10 pickleball courts at its Tennis and Pickleball Center, 5110 117th Court North, and 24 lighted public courts at Lilac Pickleball Courts. Check the city's pickleball page for hours and open play.
Can Avondale owners use the Great Egret Clubhouse?
We could not confirm that. The Avenir developer says the Great Egret Clubhouse serves Avenir's western neighborhoods. Ask the DiVosta sales team which clubhouse Avondale owners can use before you buy.
Is the Avenir working farm open?
The Avenir developer describes the working farm as planned and says amenities can change. We do not list it as open. Call 561-704-0091 to ask what is open on the day you visit.
Is pickleball hard to learn?
No. It is one of the easiest paddle sports to pick up. Games are short, the court is small and the ball is light. Many city programs offer beginner lessons and open play.
Does the clubhouse have a gym?
Yes. DiVosta lists a state-of-the-art fitness center with a gym and aerobics area, plus men's and women's locker rooms, at Avenir's clubhouse.
How many tennis courts are near Avondale?
DiVosta lists 8 tennis courts at Avenir's clubhouse. The city's Tennis and Pickleball Center adds 20 Har-Tru clay courts and 4 hard courts at 5110 117th Court North. Check the city's tennis page for programs and court times.
Are the city's pickleball courts free?
The city says Lilac Pickleball Courts are free to use outside of managed play hours. Leagues, lessons and some programs may charge a fee, so check the city's pickleball page before you go.
Call 561-704-0091 or Tour Avondale at Avenir and the Avenir Clubhouse — Schedule a Visit.
Related reading: Sandhill Crane Golf Club guide · Loxahatchee Slough and Riverbend Park · Getting around on Northlake Boulevard · All ten Avondale floor plans compared · Avondale at Avenir community page