Interesting points of view to read. As a professional Real Estate Appraiser Licensed in Pennsylvania for over 30 years I have only just begun to study the Villages. My wife and I bought two years ago. We are in the Northern end in Marion County. People make markets. Our neighborhood is 20+ years old. Perception by the participants of a market dictate what is beneficial from a value perspective. Once the sparkle of the "Lifestyle" wears off then you have the things you need balanced by the things you want. Many things can be quantified such as Bedroom Count, Condition (renovations you like compared to things you are willing to accept) Location, corner location vs inner lot, View, Pool, Extra Cart Garage, Privacy ( back up to a Villa Wall, Storm Water Retention area, Golf Course, other homes and roads) and so on. Age of home can determine location. Size can be deceiving, larger home can sell for more unless you are looking to downsize into a home that has the features you want. Would you pay a premium for a smaller home that offers' all that you want? This listing is only the beginning of an analysis. There are micro markets within the markets (neighborhoods). Each can be unique to them selves. Yes I tend to ramble but only you can determine what you value the most in a home. A home is worth no more than what someone is willing to pay.
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