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Originally Posted by Lolabird
Is it fair to assume that the "newer neighborhoods" are in the southern sections?
We are 60 years old. Can you recommend a neighborhood that fits your description - a bit more established, homes that a few years old, landscaped. etc.
Dusty Star and Orange Blossom Baby mentioned " "north of 44 & south of 466A. "
Could you please offer some village names in that area so that I may look at a map?
Again, many thanks to all!
Lora
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My husband and I purchased a home in the village of Marsh Bend and absolutely LOVE it! When we bought 4 years ago we were considered the southern part of The Villages, but with all the building going on, we’re going to be pretty centrally located. The biggest selling point for us was being walking distance to the Hogeye Preserve. We like to run, walk, bike on a daily basis, and having the paved trails and green space so close has been awesome. Right next to the Hogeye trail is Edna’s on the Green where they have live music every day, food, and drinks. Also in the same area is Pitch and Putt golf as well as an executive course. When we were looking for a house, our requirements were a block house that did not have a kissing lanai that was near green space. I wouldn’t worry too much about not being super close to everything as The Villages builds everything so quickly. When we moved in, there wasn’t even a bridge that connected us to the rest of the villages so we could not access by golf cart. Within a year, all the connecting bridges were completed and we had a shopping center up the road with a grocery store, restaurants, hair salon, etc.
This area has gas stoves.
You also mentioned putting the washer/dryer in the garage. If you plan to live here year round, the garage can be super hot.
Noise is definitely a consideration if you like the quiet. Avoid being too close to the highway, town squares or pickleball courts.
Most people seem to love whatever village they live in, and of course, we all have our own preferences. We have met so many wonderful people! It’s definitely a fun place to live and the process of looking is exciting. Good luck in your search!