Thinking of Moving to The Villages

[Engineerman]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.

[Count'n the days]

There are plenty of other criminals I'd worry about that aren't locked up before worrying about those at the Coleman facility. I worry much more about sink holes than prison breaks. No place is perfect. I'm happy here.

[Rapscallion St Croix]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.

Your research may have been extensive, but it is flawed. I live in The Villages and Coleman is 19 miles from my home. Go to one of the sex offender locator sites and put your address in. You might be surprised.

[CFrance]

Sounds like maybe you're upset that you couldn't find a house you wanted at a price you wanted? To condemn an entire of 120,000 people and (however many) gazillion square miles because outside of one neighborhood is a prison. Did you come look? Did you look at crime statistics? Exactly where did you do this research, and what other statistics did you look at? From where are you transplanted?

I've never felt so safe in my life.

[billethkid]

to remain polite your post is either in jest oy more likely BAIT.

[thelegges]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.

You just kind of called us to stupid to know better, that there is a prison nearby. Some here may be older, some hard of hearing, and some sight impaired, but I assure you we know exactly where we bought and smile all the way to the bank when homes sell In less than a week.
So if you have any new information that might be really informative to the residents who live here feel free to post. In the mean time you might want to try Solivita community. It is many miles away from the prison, and since you have ruled out TV it could be a good fit for you.

[villagerjack]

The homes in Ossining NY close to where I have a home command some of the highest prices in NY. In case you are wondering, Ossining is home to Sing Sing Prison.

[graciegirl]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.


Your first post!!

You must have an agenda for such a negative, pot stirring post.

Since you aren't moving here, there is no problem.

[manaboutown]

Friends of mine live near the prison in Santa Fe, NM. Housing in their area is very exclusive and expensive.

BTW, if I could move to a 55 and over community today I would hands down choose The Villages in a heartbeat; I have looked at several GL, Del Webb, Ross Cortese (Leisureworld) and Robson (Saddlebrooke) communities.

[Jayhawk]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.

Right.

[dmorhome]

look at carry permits in villages i think i would head the other way.

[EPutnam1863]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.

Congrats for taking the time to do a thorough search. I know some people who made the decision to move to TV based on what their friends told them over the phone or after just a few days of visiting esp during the winter.

[John_W]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.

I remember discussing this last July, see link below. If I moved to TV now, I couldn't afford it. I came in 2011 with $163K to spend on a new home and didn't want a mortgage. I bought a brand new masonry 2 BR CYV for $157K, today I would be looking in the $230K range. Probably would of done a reverse mortgage purchase or bought somewhere else.

https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/village-fenney-243806/?highlight=coleman+prison

[ricthemic]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.

Possibly the silliest TOTV post ever. 2 of u extensive research, warning others, higher home prices only cause buyers are unaware, could you explain with your extensive research where in Florida or anywhere you can have the amenities TV offers for $145 per month?

[Marathon Man]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.

Yes. I acted impulsively and have regretted it ever since. The Villages is terrible. Please stay away.

[dalecrenshaw]

We have a place in the Villages, but our permanent home is in El Dorado Hills, Ca, a very upscale town 10 miles from Folsom prison. No crime to speak of, great schools, friendly hometown environment, with houses selling from 500k to 3M...if there was a problem living close to a prison, I don't think people would be rushing to buy here, paying over the asking price in a lot of cases. And, people wouldn't be rushing to the Villages either for many of the same reasons. I really don't think you did a thorough job in your research...there are a lot more factors to think of in considering where to move...and I think most Villagers are thrilled to have discovered such a great place to live at such a reasonable price. I don't think 100,000 Villagers could be that stupid.

[John_W]

Look at carry permits in villages i think i would head the other way.

How do you look at them in TV, I can only find a state total? In the state of Florida there 1,784,395 at this very moment. With a population of 21.3 million that means about 1 in every 12 people have a concealed weapon, that's in the whole state.

The Villages on the smaller scale might have more concealed licenses on a whole because we have a large concentration of law-abiding citizens with clean records and prior military experience. How do I know that, we have the largest American Legion in the country and the VA opened a medical facility in TV because the Leesburg branch couldn't handle it, and within the first year I believe they fulfilled the compliment of 16,000 veterans. I feel safer in TV than anywhere else in Florida.

What if a nut case opened fire at one of the squares? I don't think it would happen because they would be out-numbered very quickly. They're mostly cowards who go to gun-free zones like schools to do their shooting. If you want to live in a gun-free state, I use to live in one it was called the State of Maryland, it was almost impossible to get a concealed weapon permit. When I lived there I would never go into Baltimore City unless I absolutely had business there or was in a large group of people.

[billethkid]

Two pages of replies and no response from engineerman (OP)........drop the bait and run?

[Shimpy]

If you're worried about a prison break I can assure you that is not an everyday occurrence. There are a lot more bad guys that are not in prison.

[Rapscallion St Croix]

I played golf with Whitey Bulger today. He wanted to wager cigarettes but I don't smoke. I ended up losing two cups of Ramen Noodles and a bag if Fritos. He cheated but I let it slide for some reason.

[Blessed2BNTV]

Yes. I acted impulsively and have regretted it ever since. The Villages is terrible. Please stay away.

Yep us too. We bought after several days way back in 2012.

Yep stay away OP.

My name tells how I really feel about this place.

[Nucky]

Have you noticed an increase in these types of posts since the Political Forum is not available for some to air their anxiousness? To suggest the lack of knowledge of the surroundings is foolish.

You should see your neighbors at the gun range. Very impressive to say the least. Many are Veterans, I wouldn't test them. Many of the Villagers women at the range are a better shot than the men. So back up Jack. Peace Out!

[pauld315]

look at carry permits in villages i think i would head the other way.

Not enough ?

[graciegirl]

Congrats for taking the time to do a thorough search. I know some people who made the decision to move to TV based on what their friends told them over the phone or after just a few days of visiting esp during the winter.

I think folks should be reminded you do not live here and have never lived here. Just to be fair. We who call this place home find much to enjoy and we feel defensive.

[villagetinker]

OP, the sinkholes are a bigger problem than the proximity of the prison. Too bad you decided not to buy based on the location of the prison, you are the one losing out. This is one of the greatest places on earth. Hope you find what you are looking for.

[2BNTV]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.[/B]

I'm very aware there is a prison nearby but the last time I looked, they weren't releasing prisoners into the general populace during guard break times. LOL

Research is flawed and only has considered one factor out of many to live here. I've never lived in a safer place, as crime is very low. That's a fact.

Since you have ruled out living here, it's your loss is all I can say, as 120,000 happy people can't be all wrong for choosing this safe place home.

I'm wondering if the OP has ever visited TV. First post makes me suspicious. HMMMMMM.......unless it's pot stirring.

[Jdmiata]

Crime rate is very low here.

[manaboutown]

Crime rate is very low here.

And almost none of it is violent. It is mostly personal property theft usually to buy drugs. More a nuisance than a major threat.

[Fraugoofy]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.I grew up about 3 miles from a maximum security prison and now teach in the local county jail. I feel right at home in TV and am happy to live here June through mid-January...

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[Marathon Man]

I think folks should be reminded you do not live here and have never lived here. Just to be fair. We who call this place home find much to enjoy and we feel defensive.

Good info, GG. The ignore list is becoming a favorite tool.

[Laker14]

I agree with OP...so...if any of you agree with OP and would like to sell me your home, very cheaply, PM me.

ps. I live up north in a town with not one prison (but two!).

[JerryLBell]

My wife and I have done extensive research in the are of The Villages as far as relocating to the area. I read something this morning that might be of interest to others considering moving to The Villages. The proximity of the Coleman Federal Prison came up on one of our searches. I have eliminated any possibility of purchasing a home in The Villages. For those of you that are not puzzled that the home prices are continuing to rise I wonder if you acted impulsively or just are not aware of the location of the prison.
Given that the US has a greater percentage of its population locked up in prison than any other country in the world, you are going to find prisons scattered over much of the country. Good luck finding a good active retirement community (or any other kind of community) that isn't relatively close to a prison these days! You aren't just eliminating The Villages, you're eliminating several other retirement communities in this area as well as all over the rest of the country. As far as not being puzzled about the continually rising house prices, it's because The Villages is really that desirable to move to! But hey, it's not for everybody (not that we could fit everybody!). Keep on searching and hopefully you'll find a community as perfect for you as The Villages is for my wife and I!

[big guy]

No one tells potential buyers that Coleman prison is nearby. WE were here 5 years before I knew Coleman existed. Nothing has happened but I don't think I would live any closer than I do now. If it's no big deal, why don't they mention it?

[eweissenbach]

Given that the US has a greater percentage of its population locked up in prison than any other country in the world, you are going to find prisons scattered over much of the country. Good luck finding a good active retirement community (or any other kind of community) that isn't relatively close to a prison these days! You aren't just eliminating The Villages, you're eliminating several other retirement communities in this area as well as all over the rest of the country. As far as not being puzzled about the continually rising house prices, it's because The Villages is really that desirable to move to! But hey, it's not for everybody (not that we could fit everybody!). Keep on searching and hopefully you'll find a community as perfect for you as The Villages is for my wife and I!

Well stated Jerry! Mr. or Ms. OP, I also believe in researching any area before moving there. Tell us where your research indicates a place where you are a member of more than 15 country clubs, have free access to more than 36 executive golf courses, have more than 100 miles of hard surfaced multi modal paths, have more than three live music and dancing venues with entertainment nightly, have more than 2000 clubs and organizations you may join, have more than 100 restaurant choices within easy access, have more than 70 swimming pools, numerous pickelball, bocce ball, shuffleboard, tennis, and basketball courts, have three multiplex theatres and live performance venues, have common areas that are kept like a royal garden, and all for a $145 "HOA" fee. If your research gives you a place with all this, and more, along with no nearby unpleasantries , please share it with us.

[Transplant]

No one tells potential buyers that Coleman prison is nearby. WE were here 5 years before I knew Coleman existed. Nothing has happened but I don't think I would live any closer than I do now. If it's no big deal, why don't they mention it?

Maybe because it's no big deal.

[I Tango]

Grew up in PA close to a federal prison that had a prison riot that made the national news for several days. Never felt threatened then and I sure don't feel threatened now that we bought a home in Fenney. Did the research before we bought in Fenney and knew about the prision...no big deal.

[manaboutown]

In 1971 I was living in Rochester, New York when the Attica prison riot occurred. Although I never felt threatened I thought it was a very messy and brutal situation. Attica Prison riot - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attica_Prison_riot)

Then I was living about 30 miles outside Santa Fe, NM when that terrible prison riot broke out in 1980. Friends of mine live in a neighborhood nearby and I thought it really affected them. New Mexico State Penitentiary riot - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Mexico_State_Penitentiary_riot)

That prison has had a few inmates escape over the years and the nearby neighborhoods get notified when it happens. I vividly remember this time in 1987 as I was at my friends' house. 2 KILLERS AND 5 OTHERS ESCAPE FROM NEW MEXICO PRISON - The New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/1987/07/06/us/2-killers-and-5-others-escape-from-new-mexico-prison.html)

[Gpsma]

Dont worry about those inside Coleman, worry about those outside.