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Originally Posted by Lynn222
I am a brand, slam new member. I am seriously considering moving to The Villages. I visited for 5 days in May 2010 and am going back for the month of August to live the life and make a decision about moving there. Any advice, suggestions, words of wisdom, I would appreciate. I am also very single and would like to know about being single in The Villages.
On Zillow.com, I noticed that there are 924 houses for sale in the 32162 zip. That seems like alot to me. What do you think?
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Lynn, Welcome to TOTV! We're glad you stopped in.
First, a technical answer:
TV does not have it's own zip code. I believe there are at least three different zip codes within TV. I am not sure whether the 32162 encompasses areas outside as well as inside TV.
I have read that the average Villager moves three times within TV. Sometimes people find they want a bigger or a smaller home, or they decide they want or don't want a pool or to live on a golf course, etc. Many of us start out as part-time Villagers and our home needs change when we move to TV full time.
I don't know the percentage of people who move to TV and then move away from TV. I think it is very small. Often it is due to the death of a spouse, the birth of a grandchild, illness of a relative, or just missing family back home.
TV seems to sell houses about as fast as they can build them.
A non-technical answer:
Go around and talk to people in TV. The vast majority will tell you it's the best thing that every happened to them. People love it here! It's gorgeous, the amenities are plentiful and affordable and I can't imagine you could ever find a friendlier or more welcoming place to live.
It's great for singles. It's great for married folks. It's... just awesome.
If you're unsure, you can rent a place here for several months or a year and see what you think. You can rent in different areas of TV, and rent different model homes within your price range, to see what suits you best. Many rentals include a golf cart, which I highly recommend.
Whatever you decide, I wish you all the best.
PTurner