Golf Course Homes in Prospect, KY: The Four Courses and What Nearby Homes Sold For
By Spencer Lowe, Real Estate Go To · Licensed Kentucky real estate agent since 2019 · Updated October 10, 2026
Key Takeaway / Quick Answer: Prospect, KY (40059) has at least four golf courses: two private clubs, Hunting Creek and GlenOaks, and two public courses, Nevel Meade and Sleepy Hollow. From October 2025 through September 2026, 33 home sales in 40059 were marked "Near Golf Course" in the GLAR MLS, at a median price of $640,000.
If you want golf course homes in Prospect, KY, you have more choices than most people expect, and that's part of the problem. "Golf course home" can mean a house on the fairway, a house a few streets away, or a house in a club neighborhood where membership isn't included. It's easy to pay for a view or a club you aren't actually getting. I'm Spencer Lowe, a real estate agent with Real Estate Go To, licensed in Kentucky since 2019. Here's what I could verify about each course and what homes near them sold for in the GLAR MLS. For the bigger picture on the area, see Spencer Lowe, Prospect KY real estate agent.
How many golf courses are in Prospect, KY?
At least four golf courses have Prospect addresses: Hunting Creek Country Club and GlenOaks Country Club (private), and Nevel Meade Golf Course and Sleepy Hollow Golf Course (public). The City of Prospect lists Hunting Creek, Nevel Meade and Sleepy Hollow on its local amenities page, and GlenOaks is at 10601 Worthington Lane in Prospect.
Hunting Creek Country Club (private)
The City of Prospect describes Hunting Creek as a private club with an 18-hole golf course, six clay tennis courts, one hard court, an Olympic-size pool and a clubhouse. Troon lists the club at 6807 Foxcroft Road and says it has operated since 1964. The Hunting Creek neighborhood surrounds it.
GlenOaks Country Club (private)
The ForeTee golf directory lists GlenOaks as a private 18-hole course that first opened for play in 1993, at 10601 Worthington Lane in Prospect. Homes in Glen Oaks, Glen Oaks Estates and The Woods of Glen Oaks surround it.
Nevel Meade Golf Course (public)
The City of Prospect describes Nevel Meade as a public, Scottish links-style 18-hole course in the Oldham County part of Prospect, with tee times booked online or by phone at 502-228-9522. Tour Oldham lists its address as 3123 Nevel Meade Drive.
Sleepy Hollow Golf Course (public)
The City of Prospect lists Sleepy Hollow as a public course on S. Highway 1694 in Prospect, phone 502-241-4475.
What do golf course homes cost in Prospect, KY?
From October 2025 through September 2026, 33 of the 445 residential sales in 40059 had the GLAR MLS "Near Golf Course" lot feature checked. Their median price was $640,000, ranging from $168,000 to $1,650,000. Listing agents fill in that field, so some homes near a course may not be marked. Treat it as a sample, not a complete count.
| Feature / Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Prospect, KY (40059) |
| Golf courses with Prospect addresses | At least 4: Hunting Creek and GlenOaks (private), Nevel Meade and Sleepy Hollow (public) |
| 40059 sales marked "Near Golf Course" | 33 of 445 residential sales |
| Median, "Near Golf Course" sales | $640,000 (range $168,000 – $1,650,000) |
| Hunting Creek sales | 29, median $523,000, range $170,000 – $1,650,000 |
| Estates of Hunting Creek sales | 7, median $995,000, range $855,000 – $1,275,000 |
| Glen Oaks-area sales | 28, median $715,000, range $507,500 – $1,200,000 |
Source: GLAR MLS via Flexmls, residential closed sales, ZIP 40059, October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2026, pulled October 10, 2026. Subdivision rows use MLS subdivision names ("Hunting Creek"; "Estates of Hunting Creek"; "Glen Oaks," "Glen Oaks Estates" and "The Woods of Glen Oaks"). Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Not every home in these neighborhoods is on the course itself. The subdivision rows cover every sale filed under that name, whether the lot backs to a fairway or sits a few streets away. I found no closed MLS sales filed under a Nevel Meade subdivision name in that period.
For more on each neighborhood, see Living in Hunting Creek, Glen Oaks in Prospect, KY and Hunting Creek vs. Fox Harbor.
Does buying near a private club include membership?
No. Buying a home next to Hunting Creek or GlenOaks does not make you a member; membership is a separate process with each club. If the club matters to you, contact it about membership before you buy.
The same goes for HOAs. A neighborhood association and a country club are different organizations. Ask for the HOA documents on any home you're considering, and confirm what the dues cover.
Which county are Prospect's golf course homes in?
It depends on the address. Prospect sits in both Jefferson and Oldham counties, and the golf course areas cross that line. Of the 28 Glen Oaks-area sales above, 13 were in Jefferson County and 15 were in Oldham County. Estates of Hunting Creek's 7 sales split 3 Jefferson and 4 Oldham. All 29 Hunting Creek sales were in Jefferson County, and the City of Prospect places Nevel Meade in the Oldham County part of Prospect.
The county decides which property tax rates and school district apply, so check it for every address. I break down the tax side in Property Taxes in Prospect, KY: Jefferson vs. Oldham County.
How do you buy a golf course home in Prospect? A simple 3-step plan
- Pick your course and your setting. On the fairway or near it, private club or public course, Jefferson or Oldham County. The neighborhood guide below shows how the golf neighborhoods compare on sold prices.
- Compare true matches. I pull sales that match what you want: course-front against course-front, same county, similar size and age.
- Verify the lot and the rules. Survey, easements, HOA documents and club membership, before you offer.
Shopping in Prospect? Start with the neighborhoods
My free Prospect Neighborhood Guide compares what homes actually sold for, plus HOA dues, across 20 Prospect neighborhoods, built from a year of GLAR MLS sales. Instant download.
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What should you check before buying a golf course home?
- Is the lot actually on the course? "Near" and "on" are different. Look at the plat or survey to see what the lot backs to.
- Are there easements? The survey and title work can show recorded easements on the lot.
- What do the HOA documents say? Confirm dues, rules, and anything about fences or landscaping along the course.
- Which county is it in? That decides taxes and schools.
- Do you want to join the club? If so, talk to the club before you make an offer.
Related: Luxury homes in Prospect, KY
What's at stake, and what does success look like?
The risk with golf course homes is paying a course premium for a lot that isn't on the course, or for a club you can't simply join by buying. Prices near Prospect's courses ran from $168,000 to $1.65 million in the past year, so the details of the lot matter.
Success looks like this: you know exactly what the lot backs to, you've compared it with sales of similar lots in the same county, and you've settled the HOA and club questions before you sign.
Related reading: Covered Bridge Road in Prospect, KY: Acreage Homes and the Jefferson-Oldham Line
Frequently Asked Questions About Golf Course Homes in Prospect, KY
Q: How many golf courses are in Prospect, KY?
At least four golf courses have Prospect addresses. Hunting Creek Country Club and GlenOaks Country Club are private. Nevel Meade Golf Course and Sleepy Hollow Golf Course are public.
Q: What do golf course homes cost in Prospect, KY?
From October 2025 through September 2026, 33 residential sales in the 40059 ZIP were marked "Near Golf Course" in the GLAR MLS. Their median price was $640,000, and they ranged from $168,000 to $1,650,000.
Q: Does buying a home in Hunting Creek or Glen Oaks include a club membership?
No. Hunting Creek Country Club and GlenOaks Country Club are private clubs, and membership is a separate process with each club. Contact the club directly if membership matters to you.
Q: Are there public golf courses in Prospect, KY?
Yes. The City of Prospect lists Nevel Meade Golf Course and Sleepy Hollow Golf Course as public courses.
Q: Are Prospect golf course homes in Jefferson or Oldham County?
Both, depending on the address. From October 2025 through September 2026, Glen Oaks-area sales split 13 Jefferson County and 15 Oldham County in the GLAR MLS, while all Hunting Creek sales were in Jefferson County. Check the county for every address.
Looking for a Home Near the Course?
I can pull recent sales for the streets around any of these courses and help you check the county, HOA and lot details. Call or text me, Spencer Lowe, at (502) 974-0099. To compare the golf neighborhoods first, start with the Prospect Neighborhood Guide.
Data sources: GLAR MLS via Flexmls (residential closed sales, ZIP 40059, Oct. 1, 2025 – Sep. 30, 2026, pulled Oct. 10, 2026), deemed reliable but not guaranteed; City of Prospect local amenities page (prospectky.gov); Troon (Hunting Creek Country Club); ForeTee golf directory (GlenOaks Country Club); Tour Oldham (Nevel Meade). Information changes; verify details before making decisions.
Disclaimer: This article is general information, not legal, tax, financial or lending advice. Market data is from the GLAR MLS via Flexmls and the other sources listed above; it is deemed reliable but not guaranteed, and it changes over time. Verify school assignments, property taxes, HOA rules, flood zones and other details with the appropriate office, lender, attorney or tax professional before making decisions.
Spencer Lowe is a real estate agent licensed in Kentucky since 2019 with Real Estate Go To. (502) 974-0099. Equal Housing Opportunity.