The Villages

The Villages is the largest active adult community in the United States, spanning Lake, Sumter, and Marion Counties in Central Florida. It's home to over 130,000 residents across thousands of homes, with dozens of town squares, 50+ golf courses, hundreds of clubs, and a golf cart transportation network that connects the entire community. It operates almost like its own city.

The Villages offers a wide range of home types including patio villas, cottage homes, designer homes, and premier homes. Sizes range from around 1,000 sq ft to over 3,000 sq ft. New construction is ongoing in southern expansions while the resale market offers established homes closer to the original town squares and amenities.

Home prices range from approximately $250,000 for smaller villas to $800,000+ for larger designer homes in newer phases. In addition to your mortgage, you'll pay a monthly amenity fee (around $195/month), HOA fees, and Community Development District (CDD) fees that vary by location. Chad walks every buyer through the full monthly cost picture before making an offer.

CDD fees are Community Development District assessments that fund the roads, utilities, and infrastructure of The Villages. Most properties carry them, and they vary by location and home type. They are listed on your property tax bill rather than paid separately. Understanding the full CDD obligation is essential before purchasing — Chad makes sure every buyer is fully informed.

Yes. The Villages continues to expand southward with new phases in Marion and Lake Counties. New construction offers modern floor plans and the latest finishes, while established areas provide closer proximity to the original town squares. Chad can help you weigh the benefits of new vs. resale based on your priorities.

Absolutely — and most residents do. The Villages has an extensive network of golf cart tunnels and paths that connect virtually every neighborhood to town squares, restaurants, medical offices, shopping, and recreational facilities. Many residents use their golf cart daily and rarely need a car for local trips. It's one of the most distinctive and beloved features of life here.

Exceptional. The Villages has over 3,000 clubs covering every interest imaginable — from pickleball and golf to painting, dancing, genealogy, and wine tasting. Town squares feature free live entertainment every night of the week. The social calendar is so full that many residents say the hardest part of living here is choosing what to do.