About Binks Forest
Binks Forest sits along Binks Forest Drive just south of Southern Blvd in north Wellington (ZIP 33414). Legally named Binks Forest of the Landings at Wellington, it is a collection of about 673 single-family homes in six villages laid out around an 18-hole golf course, with mature trees and an established feel.
It feels different from guard-gated, amenity-heavy neighborhoods like Olympia or Versailles: there is no clubhouse, pool or resort package, and no master association; each village runs its own HOA. The trade-off is some of the lowest association dues in Wellington.
The golf course story
The Binks Forest course was designed by Johnny Miller and Gene Bates and opened in 1990; it was once listed among Golf Digest’s Top 75 public courses. After closing for more than five years it reopened as Binks Forest Golf Club, and in March 2016 it was sold to Doug Marty and Chip Smith of Atlantic Golf Management, who rebuilt it tee-to-green and relaunched it as Wellington National Golf Club, a private club (course reopened August 2016, full club November 2016). Homeowners are not required to join; membership is optional and arranged with the club. Our sources date from 2016, so verify current ownership and membership offerings.
Homes & Villages in Binks Forest
Single-family homes were built between 1994 and 1999 by Lennar, Centex, M/I Homes and Schickedanz: one- and two-story homes from roughly 1,200 to 5,100 square feet with 3 to 7 bedrooms and 2- or 3-car garages, many backing onto the golf course. The newer section, Binks Pointe, added 90 townhomes between 2017 and 2022.
| Village | Type | Years built | Gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Binks Estates | Estate homes | 1995–1999 | Gated (electronic) |
| Brindlewood | Single-family | 1994–1999 | Gated (electronic) |
| Hidden Creek | Single-family | 1994–1999 | Gated (electronic) |
| Pine Trace | Single-family | 1997–1999 | Not gated |
| The Preserve | Single-family | 1994–1998 | Gated (electronic) |
| Binks Pointe | 90 townhomes | 2017–2022 | Gated (electronic) |
The gates are unmanned electronic gates, not staffed guardhouses. Pine Trace appears in the MLS as “Pine Trace at Binks Forest,” so it is included in the search above.
HOA Fees & What They Cover
With no master association, dues depend on the village. Recent MLS listings show approximately $80 to $125 per month for single-family villages (one Hidden Creek listing reports $300 per quarter), with Binks Pointe townhomes higher. Treat this as a range, not a quote: amounts vary by village and change each budget year, so confirm current dues, reserves and any pending assessments with the association.
Dues typically cover gate operation and security, common-area landscaping, insurance on common property and reserves. There is no bulk cable or internet bundle and no clubhouse to maintain, which is why the figures are a fraction of what guard-gated communities charge.
No CDD. Wellington does not use community development districts. Instead, every Wellington property pays the Acme Improvement District non-ad valorem assessment on the Palm Beach County tax bill, which funds drainage, water management and roads; the per-parcel amount appears on the tax bill.
Amenities
Binks Forest has no community clubhouse, pool, gym or tennis center. Residents use the Village of Wellington’s public parks, and the golf course offers optional private membership through Wellington National. Buyers who want a resort package in their dues usually compare it with Isles at Wellington.
Schools
Homes in Binks Forest are typically zoned for Binks Forest Elementary, Wellington Landings Middle and Wellington High. School boundaries can change and a few streets may map differently, so confirm by address with the School District of Palm Beach County locator before you buy or lease.
Location & Drive Times
- Wellington International (3400 Equestrian Club Dr): about 4.5 road miles, roughly 10–12 minutes via Binks Forest Dr and Greenview Shores / South Shore Blvd.
- The Mall at Wellington Green (10300 W Forest Hill Blvd): about 5 road miles, roughly 10–13 minutes.
Drive times are estimates; check your own commute in a maps app.
Prices Right Now
Asking prices of active Beaches MLS listings in Binks Forest as of October 29, 2026 (active listings, not closed sales; the middle 50% is the 25th to 75th percentile).
| Segment | Active listings | Range | Median asking price |
|---|---|---|---|
| For sale | 9 | $724,900 – $1,499,000 (middle 50%) | $975,000 |
| For rent (per month) | 7 | $4,787 – $25,000 | $10,500 |
Inventory here is thin, so one estate listing can move the median. For closed-sale trends, see our Wellington market report.
Rental & Pet Rules
Leasing is permitted, but each village association handles its own tenant applications and minimum lease terms are not published centrally. Listing data (not official HOA documents) reports pets allowed with a limit on the number of pets.
Buying, Selling or Renting in Binks Forest with Cabana West
Cabana West Real Estate is led by Andy B. Cooper, a licensed Florida broker based in Wellington who works in English and Spanish. We track Binks Forest on the live Beaches MLS, help buyers compare the six villages and their HOA budgets, give sellers a free valuation from real comparable sales, and manage leasing for owners with full tenant screening.
Common Questions
Is Binks Forest a gated community?
Partly. Binks Estates, Brindlewood, Hidden Creek, The Preserve and Binks Pointe have electronic entry gates; Pine Trace is not gated. No village has a 24-hour guard, one reason the HOA dues are lower than in guard-gated communities.
Does buying in Binks Forest include golf membership?
No. The course through the community is Wellington National Golf Club, a private club separate from the village associations. Membership is optional and arranged directly with the club; confirm its current offerings.
How much are the HOA fees in Binks Forest?
Recent MLS listings show roughly $80 to $125 per month for single-family villages, with Binks Pointe townhomes higher. Amounts vary by village, so confirm the current budget and any pending assessments with that village's association.
Is there a CDD in Binks Forest?
No CDD was found. Like all of Wellington, properties here pay the Acme Improvement District non-ad valorem assessment on the Palm Beach County tax bill.
Which schools serve Binks Forest?
Homes are typically zoned for Binks Forest Elementary, Wellington Landings Middle and Wellington High. Confirm by address with the School District of Palm Beach County locator.
Can I rent out a home in Binks Forest?
Generally yes, but each village association sets its own application process, minimum lease term and pet limits. We confirm the specific village's rules with the association before you make an offer.
Also explore: Olympia · Isles at Wellington · Palm Beach Polo · Versailles · all Wellington homes for sale · Wellington rentals · seasonal equestrian rentals
Sources: Village of Wellington and Acme Improvement District (assessments); School District of Palm Beach County (boundaries); Town-Crier, Golf Course Industry and Phelps Media Group press (2016) for the Wellington National history; Beaches MLS listing data for HOA ranges, school zoning and asking prices (October 29, 2026). HOA, lease and pet details are listing-reported; confirm with each village association.