How far does turnpike noise travel?

[Michael 61]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?

[RICH1]

That’s a great question, depending on the direction of the wind, the peak traffic times, truck traffic and the legal use of “Jake Brakes”, the widening with new interchange construction , must have a huge bearing on noise… The Marsh was the buffer zone but now it’s transformed into new neighborhoods

[Stu from NYC]

I would spend some time there at various times of the day and do this over a period of time.

Lots of places to live here

[Altavia]

Dissipates substantially if there are 3 or more homes between you and the noise source.

Few places in the Villages are free from traffic nose.
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[Altavia]

Dissipates substantially if thet are 3 or more homes between you and the noise source.

Purchasing a home with a view of the the Turnpike is a worse case situation.

Few places in the Villages are free from traffic nose.
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[VApeople]

Wait until they start selling homes or lots south of Monarch Grove. In my opinion, that will be a much better location.

[Altavia]

Wait until they start selling homes or lots south of Monarch Grove. In my opinion, that will be a much better location.

Or given how fast prices increase, buy now and move later when your ideal lot comes available.

[LAFwUs]

We are approx 5 streets and a golf course section away, but parallel to the long open stretch of the TP. (can visually see it)
It is not very noticeable during the day (outside) when there are other sounds or traffic about, but evening & night time has a very drastic difference in the volume (Much worse).
It may not bother some, others it may bother a lot.
I cant imagine being any closer & having no sound buffer like it is now, which many of those home are!
Wifes theory is, more semi-trucks traveling at night and perhaps higher speeds contributing the the massive sound increase. Strongly suggest you go - at all times of day & night, prior to purchase.

It also doesn't help that TPTB decided to chop down every single living thing and flatten it all out, in most of the newer constructed villages in order to cram in even more homes.
The home tracts areas at the far end of Morse Blvd looks down right desolate, compared of other areas of the Villages. Its depressing.
Those trees, shrubs, hills, etc helped block noise, lower day time temps (shade/wind flow) brought in birds & wildlife and is just generally more visually appealing.

[Toymeister]

The noise can travel over 3/4 of a mile depending on cloud cover, wind, elevation and what sort of barriers are between the point that you are measuring the noise and the TP.

Golf courses and water have a huge impact on the noise.

Also, it depends how you define noise, is this a constant or intermittent? At 3/4 of a mile with a large open space for a barrier I perceive noise less than five percent of the time. Five percent being if the conditions are wrong I will hear the noise, not that I hear five percent of the noise.

[GpaVader]

Lots of this will also depend on how much time you actually spend outside or with your windows open. Our first home, we were 2 blocks from a RR switchyard and didn't think I'd ever get used to that. After a month or so, you never even notice it. We never had AC so the windows were always wide open and still never bothered me. You can get used to a lot. On the other hand if you spend a lot of time outside, I would not want to have a lot facing the TP.... Welcome and Good Luck!

[ohioshooter]

There are many lots/homes in DeLuna where noise is not an issue. Don’t know availability though.

[pauld315]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?

I am not sure where these new Villages are but check to see where they are in relation to the rest area on the Turnpike. Trucks pull into there using downshifting to enter the rest area and that is very loud. I would never buy a house along the turnpike. Unlike people, the turnpike never sleeps and it just seems to get busier every passing day. I used to have a house 2 miles from I-75 and there were times I could hear that plain as day depending on the wind.

There are many areas in TV that are quiet if that is what you are looking for. The only Village I would recommend south of 44 is Fenney because it is furthest from the turnpike. North of 44 is where I would settle though to get away from the noise.

[SIRE1]

Also, be aware that sound will travel farther in colder air than in warm air. So if you judge the sound during a summer visit, it may be louder than you remember during the cool days/nights we have during the winter.

[Bay Kid]

Lots of choices of homes far away from the turnpike.

[justjim]

OP, Any lot or house south of 44, currently available, I would visit six or seven times and hear for myself. We live about halfway between 466A and 44. It’s very quite here but still close to everything. You will be surprised how far noise can travel but on the other hand you sort of get use to it. Several years ago, we purchased a home with a beautiful pool in Central Illinois that backed up to a busy parkway and at times the noise was so bad during peak daytime travel that we never got use to it. Where we lived, the speed limit was 55 miles an hour on the parkway but few traveled the speed limit. It was okay inside the house. The experience taught us a valuable lesson. We lived there two years and bought a new house in a quite neighborhood. Good luck with your retirement.

[Tvflguy]

Few places in the Villages are free from traffic nose.
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Really? C’mon.

We were golfing at Marshview yesterday about 11am. A few times easily heard semi trucks slowing with that long growl, probably going into okahumka rest stop.

[DAVES]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?

As a kid we had the elevated subway just below my bedroom window. Training? Nothing keeps me up. You need to make your own decision. Surely there are charts for typical highway decibels as well as rate of sound fall off.

We do not have it-FORTUNATELY. A neighbor with a band, a neighbor who thinks everyone wants to hear his radio, a motorcycle, etc.

If, noise bothers you I would purchase block stucco construction and get double thick glass in your windows-not two pane glass, the glass is actually thicker.

[Lottoguy]

I think more of a concern then traffic noise is the distance you'll have to drive to do shopping, etc. That area will take years to get up to speed compared to the northern area.

[Keefelane66]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?
How does highway sound travel?

But because noise travels in waves, not straight lines, sounds can and do go over the walls. This is why even with barriers standing 16 feet, homes several blocks away can hear the highway. Part of the sound wave is absorbed, part is reflected away from the wall, and part is transmitted through, Berrios explained
Weather can bend highway noise — right to you
The right temperatures and wind conditions can bend highway noise like a prism bends light, thwarting roadside sound barriers and plopping sounds as loud as a vacuum cleaner into the yards of residents more than a quarter of a mile away.

[gatorbill1]

If all the people near the turnpike think it's too noisy they could go just a little east to Orlando.

[Stu from NYC]

If all the people near the turnpike think it's too noisy they could go just a little east to Orlando.

Or just find a home further from the noise

[coffeebean]

Dissipates substantially if there are 3 or more homes between you and the noise source.

Few places in the Villages are free from traffic nose.
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I do not have any constant hum of traffic noise at all and I'm located in Mallory Square. The Turnpike is far, far, far, far away from our home. This is a fantastic location and is two traffic circles away from Lake Sumter Landing Town Square.

[Altavia]

We live about halfway between 466A and 44. It’s very quite here but still close to everything.


Depends, need to be careful everywhere.

I rented a villa in Pine Ridge that backed to 466A and the noise was unbearable during the day.

Especially the un-muffled billy bob pick up trucks drag racing from the stop light on their way to work at 5am...

You could not talk on the phone from there lanai.

[Bogie Shooter]

Depends, need to be careful everywhere.

I rented a villa in Pine Ridge that backed to 466A and the noise was unbearable during the day.

Especially the un-muffled billy bob pick up trucks drag racing from the stop light on their way to work at 5am...

You could not talk on the phone from there lanai.

So, where is your Eden?

[Kenswing]

There are houses built along the side of freeways, highways and turnpikes all across this country. It’s amazing how big a deal it is here. Just figure out what your noise tolerance is and find a neighborhood that falls within it.

[golfing eagles]

There are houses built along the side of freeways, highways and turnpikes all across this country. It’s amazing how big a deal it is here. Just figure out what your noise tolerance is and find a neighborhood that falls within it.

It might be a big deal there as well. I wouldn't know unless I joined the "Talk of the ________(fill in the blank)" forum.

[Stu from NYC]

There are houses built along the side of freeways, highways and turnpikes all across this country. It’s amazing how big a deal it is here. Just figure out what your noise tolerance is and find a neighborhood that falls within it.

Amazing how many people buy here without investigating the noise factor

[Toymeister]

OP, Any lot or house south of 44, currently available

Obviously this is patently false. Fenney is over three miles from the turnpike. There is no TP noise in Fenney.

[kkingston57]

I would spend some time there at various times of the day and do this over a period of time.

Lots of places to live here

Wind direction is the biggest factor. If wind blowing away from home, no problem.

[bimmertl]

There's a video on Youtube from a Villager who got a decibel meter and checked numerous locations in the Villages near the turnpike. Worth watching.

[bimmertl]

There's a video on Youtube from a Villager who got a decibel meter and checked numerous locations in the Villages near the turnpike. Worth watching.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u13pDK9-3eM&t=401s

[Boston-Sean]

Wind direction is the biggest factor. If wind blowing away from home, no problem.

I rented a place in Citrus Grove about a mile from the TP last April. Noise was at the top of my list of things to investigate before I purchase a home. Pickle ball court noise as well as TP noise.

Wind direction is definitely a factor but what I found a mile from the TP was that the noise was not noticeable during the day. The master bedroom faced the TP and late at night I could usually hear the hum of the TP through closed windows. It was pretty faint though. Nothing that would keep me from sleeping. I made a point of checking the front bedroom and I couldn't hear the TP at all from there.

TP Noise would not keep me from purchasing in that location. Even with the proposed TP expansion.

My villages sales rep was aware that TP noise was a concern for me so he showed me a house that was really close to the TP so I could get an idea of what that noise level was. It was noisy. And visually a problem too. While standing outside I could see the tops of 18 wheelers going by over the fence at the end of the street. No way would I buy a house that close.

My impression of Pickle Ball noise was that while extremely annoying up close it didn't seem to carry very far.

[RICH1]

EGG CARTONS … very popular in the South Villages

[TrapX]

If you can see the turnpike, it will always be very loud.
If you can go 5 streets away from there, it will always still be loud.
If you can go a village away, you will still hear it. Wind speed and direction will make it as loud as being on the shoulder of the road, or not audible at all.
There are new villages south, further from turnpike, but with other issues to consider. Far away from shopping, or only one store of some types (such as grocery), and no big box stores. Far from golf cart access paths to amenities north of the turnpike. Far from doctor offices. Far from gas stations.
Good luck with your search.

[Normal]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?

There are significant natural, traffic issues or noise problems for most living anywhere in The Villages. You could have a home on Morris where cars zoom by day and night, or you could live directly on Buena Vista with the same issues. These roads run north to south through the old and the new, and visa versa. I suggest you locate an area you like and isolate or “pad” yourself from your largest concerns, whether it is golf balls, alligators or traffic hum. Then go from there for your dream home. Truly it’s a balancing act of what you want for location and daily amenities verses personal nuisances.

PS. Meggison could be like El Camino in the coming year. It is something you should consider for the newer areas.

[skippy05]

Do not be misinformed. I live in a neighborhood that is 1/4 mile from the turnpike. The noise travels at times and OFTEN, easily 1/4 mile out. At times you can not hear it whatsoever, at times it is medium, at times it is VERY loud. This changes even within hours of the same day. 3 houses buffer is a lie. You need to decide if the noise bothers YOU and if it does stay at least 1/4 mile away and even then at times you will hear it even inside your house.

[Worldseries27]

i’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked deluna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of deluna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around october, and deluna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - i don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should i be so i don’t hear much noise?
posters have given you great answers.
But
beware the pickleball monster.
Also in fifteen years or so when the new roofs are going up you
will awaken every morning to the machine gun hammers from dawn to dusk

[Rwirish]

The noise is not good in most of these areas. Way too close to the turnpike. Wait for development much further south of the turnpike.

[MandoMan]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?

Purchase an inexpensive decibel meter app for your cell phone and measure road noise from various distances from a freeway near you. Maybe sit in a lawn chair with a friend during rush hour at its loudest and try to hold a quiet conversation. Measure the level at your house now, too. I live a block from 466 and a block from Morse, but there are a dozen houses and lots of trees between me and them, and I’m usually in the house with the windows closed. Even outside, a quiet conversation isn’t a problem. But do your homework!

Every block between you and the freeway helps. Every house between you and the freeway blocks some noise. If you plan to sit out on a patio, make sure your house is between the patio and the freeway. And understand that you will still hear it, always. What matters is if you find it bearable.

[westernrider75]

While we live in Monarch Grove not DeLuna, some homes are closer than others. We are not that close but the noise varies from non at all, to background noise, and in the rare occasion slightly louder. I believe it depends on weather and of course the amount of traffic. That being said, it does not bother us at all. Where we lived in Ohio we were very close to I90 which was wayyyy louder, but didn’t bother us either. To each their own, some people want complete silence, others the background noise is just white noise.

[BlueStarAirlines]

I live in Deluna roughly five streets from the turnpike. 90% of the time the noise is not noticeable. I did ensure I purchased a home with the lanai facing away from the turnpike, so that was important mitigation.

Our neighbor one street closer has their lanai facing the TP and the noise seems to be amplified on the lanai. Not bad during the day but wouldn't want to have a coffee in the early morning out there.

As others have said, you need to spend some time in the neighborhoods at different times of the day. Look at placement of your house, and just not in consideration of turnpike noise. Consider pickleball courts, other main roads which are often just as noisy as the TP, proximity to shopping centers (deliveries), and golf courses (mowing). There are other factors that you won't know until you move in, such as neighbors with wind chimes, TVs on their lanai, loud music.

[Luggage]

You got to be nuts to consider anything anywhere near the turnpike. You can buy a beautiful home used anywhere else much quieter

[Normal]

Besides of considerations about Meggison, Morris or Buena Vista, I would also steer clear of the potential of Bexley Bridge. It seems it will becoming a frequent crossing for A LOT of traffic. It will become a main, if not the main artery for crossing the turnpike.

[Sandy and Ed]

Ok if your mind is made up but if you look at some of the resales in a quieter and perhaps more settled area….

A. Low or no “bond” possible

B. More Established proven infrastructure and landscaping

C. Closer but not too close to shopping, theater, etc

D. Benefit of prior owner upgraded features (depending on taste variables)

E. Lots of great homes on the market now and great choices of location

F. Consider age of appliances, air conditioner and roof of course. Many north of 466a already replaced

[BFISHER54]

The noise will travel much further in cooler, dryer air than in warm, humid air. So you will hear much more noise in the winter months than now.

[Dabatts]

I think more of a concern then traffic noise is the distance you'll have to drive to do shopping, etc. That area will take years to get up to speed compared to the northern area.

Some of us want to stay away from the high traffic shopping areas. I can get everything I need on-line. I hope it is years before this area gets like 466 and 441.

[MrChipster]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?

We live almost exactly 1 mile from the turnpike and will hear it in the distance when conditions are right. Other times cannot hear it at all.

St Catherine resident

[sallyg]

Marsh Bend is quiet. Homes are only a couple of years old and owners will have done much of the "finishing" work for you: gutters, cabinet pullouts, landscape upgrades, water systems, etc. If you can rent first it might save you from having to move a second time. Best of luck.

[jrref]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?

If you are asking this question then find an area away from the Turnpike. As many have said at night and early morning when it's quiet you Will Hear the trucks on the Turnpike. Also you will be breathing in the pollution as well. No wall or landscaping or stacked homes will stop this noise. If they ever expand the turnpike then you may really be in trouble with noise. I used to live near the turnpike and it's endless noise and pollution from the trucks.

[remarks006]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?
Forget that area , come to Polo Ridge👍

[Carlsondm]

Obviously this is patently false. Fenney is over three miles from the turnpike. There is no TP noise in Fenney.
Fenney is close to the quarry. How many more years will they be blasting? The sudden jolt is a bother to many folks.

[mkjelenbaas]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?
Come north past Brownwood - we don’t have noise!!

[SusanStCatherine]

I thought I was far away enough in St. Catherine near the preserve but I hear it sometimes. It really does depend on which way the wind blows as the main variable.

[Tom M]

I do not have any constant hum of traffic noise at all and I'm located in Mallory Square. The Turnpike is far, far, far, far away from our home. This is a fantastic location and is two traffic circles away from Lake Sumter Landing Town Square.

Agree. I'm in Largo and hear dead silence (especially after about 9pm). Although the homes in this area are older with a little less storage than newer homes, they seem to have wider streets and lot depth so they don't appear to be so on top of each other, many have new roofs and air conditioners, and have established golf/shopping. It's an option if you don't want noise.

[Oldragbagger]

There are houses built along the side of freeways, highways and turnpikes all across this country. It’s amazing how big a deal it is here. Just figure out what your noise tolerance is and find a neighborhood that falls within it.

Great point perfectly stated. We live probably a quarter mile from the turnpike. I can see the trucks from my lanai. In our house we usually hear nothing. On the lanai it is background noise but does not bother us. The sound of a barking dog or wind chimes are far more irritating than the bit of noise we hear from the turnpike, and those can happen anywhere,

I think all these comments about the turnpike (and how misguided all of us are who bought down here, or how we failed to do our due diligence) which seem to show up here with great frequency, do a great disservice to those of us who live down here and like it, to our property values, and to The Villages in general.

Driving down highways all over this country we have seen what I would consider to be mansions facing major roads. People live happily in diverse conditions. If you know you are super sensitive to that type of noise the only thing that makes sense is to not buy near it. Otherwise, why this constant need to pass judgement on the decisions of others whose needs and requirements are different from your own?

[SusanStCatherine]

New build? New construction home or custom build? They don't always have custom lots available. We got a custom build September 2021 and are extremely disappointed in it. Maybe because construction was during the months of blistering heat. Maybe because of pandemic related issues. Friends got new construction homes and got better quality - where you get to see the house completed before you buy. New construction is basically presold and you get what you get at closing. We caught issues before closing that were corrected but almost a year later and major issues are still not remediated. Good luck!

[BlueStarAirlines]

New build? New construction home or custom build? They don't always have custom lots available.

There is no longer "custom builds" (effective Mid-July 2022)....at least for the foreseeable future. You pick your model and depending on the lot you have up to five choices to modify.

[geobar]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from the turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?

You will be the only one to say if the Turnpike Noise will bother your not if you decide to buy a new house from "The Money Hungry Morse Moguls".
They show houses nearby only when traffic is low with less noise thank the Sales Office for that as The Village Salespeople" are Critiqued as what "NOT TO SAY" and only what to say.
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Perhaps park your car and walk around the area of the house you might be considering using a location map to actually see how far the turnpike is.
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As well stay far away from the Prison as the sounds and lights are horrendous to nearby residents. Again no tell by any TV Sales peoples.
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As we moved out 2 years ago after living there for 12 years some things that brought us to "The Villages" were taken away.
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Hope you do make a worthwhile decision.
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[vintageogauge]

I believe there are still some new homes in Hammock at Fenney which is about as far away from the turnpike as you can get, it's a nice village.

[RPDaly]

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[Boston-Sean]

You will be the only one to say if the Turnpike Noise will bother your not if you decide to buy a new house from "The Money Hungry Morse Moguls".
They show houses nearby only when traffic is low with less noise thank the Sales Office for that as The Village Salespeople" are Critiqued as what "NOT TO SAY" and only what to say.
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On my lifestyle visit last March as I was driving around with my Villages sales rep I let him know that TP noise was a major concern for me. His response? "Lets go check out a house really close to the TP so you can get an idea of the noise level."

We also spent a full afternoon checking out pre-owned houses listed with the Villages. So many that I cut the day short. I'd seen enough.

Maybe you could show us on the doll where your villages sales rep hurt you?

[coffeebean]

Purchase an inexpensive decibel meter app for your cell phone and measure road noise from various distances from a freeway near you. Maybe sit in a lawn chair with a friend during rush hour at its loudest and try to hold a quiet conversation. Measure the level at your house now, too. I live a block from 466 and a block from Morse, but there are a dozen houses and lots of trees between me and them, and I’m usually in the house with the windows closed. Even outside, a quiet conversation isn’t a problem. But do your homework!

Every block between you and the freeway helps. Every house between you and the freeway blocks some noise. If you plan to sit out on a patio, make sure your house is between the patio and the freeway. And understand that you will still hear it, always. What matters is if you find it bearable.

Oh, for crying out loud. Homes north of 466A are quiet neighborhoods with no hum at all from traffic traveling 75 MPH. Traffic noise from the larger arteries inside The Villages, such as Morse Blvd and Buena Vista Blvd will never ever sound as bothersome as Turnpike noise when trucks are humming along at 75 MPH. There is no comparison.

Personally, hubby and I didn't want to be close to Morse or Buena Vista because I enjoy a very quiet neighborhood, especially when I'm outside on my lanai. Our hearing is still excellent so I never would live anywhere near the Turnpike.

[coffeebean]

I live in Deluna roughly five streets from the turnpike. 90% of the time the noise is not noticeable. I did ensure I purchased a home with the lanai facing away from the turnpike, so that was important mitigation.

Our neighbor one street closer has their lanai facing the TP and the noise seems to be amplified on the lanai. Not bad during the day but wouldn't want to have a coffee in the early morning out there.

As others have said, you need to spend some time in the neighborhoods at different times of the day. Look at placement of your house, and just not in consideration of turnpike noise. Consider pickleball courts, other main roads which are often just as noisy as the TP, proximity to shopping centers (deliveries), and golf courses (mowing). There are other factors that you won't know until you move in, such as neighbors with wind chimes, TVs on their lanai, loud music.

I don't think so.......I've never seen trucks zooming along Morse Blvd or Buena Vista at 75 MPH. Not going to happen.

[coffeebean]

You got to be nuts to consider anything anywhere near the turnpike. You can buy a beautiful home used anywhere else much quieter

Yup!

[coffeebean]

Some of us want to stay away from the high traffic shopping areas. I can get everything I need on-line. I hope it is years before this area gets like 466 and 441.

What about dining out in the many restaurants that line 441, 466 and 466A? What about Medical Offices and the hospital? You can't get those things on line.

[brockli]

That’s a great question, depending on the direction of the wind, the peak traffic times, truck traffic and the legal use of “Jake Brakes”, the widening with new interchange construction , must have a huge bearing on noise… The Marsh was the buffer zone but now it’s transformed into new neighborhoods

Buy near Sumter. Very quite areas.

[Jim1mack]

We live north of 44 one mile from the turnpike. We can hear it on most days and some days we don’t hear it at all. We could only be hearing the traffic on 44. It’s not intrusive.

[maistocars]

Deluna (and Richmond, St. Johns, Hawkins, Citrus Grove, Cason Hammock) is right on top of the turnpike. May want to reconsider. As others suggested, go to different neighborhoods at various times of day to make a better-informed choice. Noise levels are a personal opinion - they bother people at different levels or not at all.

[virtue51]

I would consider a pre-owned home north of 44 if you are concerned about turnpike noise. Remember the population of Central Florida is increasing -- there will be more traffic in the future. It is not only the noise from the turnpike but the pollution in the air near the turnpike.

[Normal]

Deluna (and Richmond, St. Johns, Hawkins, Citrus Grove, Cason Hammock) is right on top of the turnpike. May want to reconsider. As others suggested, go to different neighborhoods at various times of day to make a better-informed choice. Noise levels are a personal opinion - they bother people at different levels or not at all.

We live in Citrus Grove and hardly ever hear turnpike noise. I guess it does depend on the wind etc.

[Papa_lecki]

Aren’t they making the TP 3 lanes, that’s when the FLDOT will add the sound barriers?

[mikeycereal]

Father lives in Hawaii. Has a house with a gorgeous view overlooking the golf course several blocks behind Diamond head. Traffic noise all day all night. White noise really. Not a lot of semis, but we hear a siren at least 6 times a day. I live near the turnpike. No big deal for me. Can't hear a thing from that with the windows closed AC on (or off). The annoying noise for me is lawn mowers every day even Sundays and yup welcome to TV home of John Deer :doh:

[Djean1981]

Dissipates substantially if there are 3 or more homes between you and the noise source.

Few places in the Villages are free from traffic nose.
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True. Those on the main roads or near an entrance have a steady stream of gas golf carts and cars going by their lanai. And, the frequent landscaping activity.

[Bogie Shooter]

You will be the only one to say if the Turnpike Noise will bother your not if you decide to buy a new house from "The Money Hungry Morse Moguls".
They show houses nearby only when traffic is low with less noise thank the Sales Office for that as The Village Salespeople" are Critiqued as what "NOT TO SAY" and only what to say.
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Perhaps park your car and walk around the area of the house you might be considering using a location map to actually see how far the turnpike is.
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As well stay far away from the Prison as the sounds and lights are horrendous to nearby residents. Again no tell by any TV Sales peoples.
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As we moved out 2 years ago after living there for 12 years some things that brought us to "The Villages" were taken away.
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Hope you do make a worthwhile decision.
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Key words here”moved out 2 years ago”. Yet you still read TOTV? Then you come out with the vile comments? Just let it go…….you have not been missed.

[Marathon Man]

You will be the only one to say if the Turnpike Noise will bother your not if you decide to buy a new house from "The Money Hungry Morse Moguls".
They show houses nearby only when traffic is low with less noise thank the Sales Office for that as The Village Salespeople" are Critiqued as what "NOT TO SAY" and only what to say.
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Perhaps park your car and walk around the area of the house you might be considering using a location map to actually see how far the turnpike is.
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As well stay far away from the Prison as the sounds and lights are horrendous to nearby residents. Again no tell by any TV Sales peoples.
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As we moved out 2 years ago after living there for 12 years some things that brought us to "The Villages" were taken away.
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Hope you do make a worthwhile decision.
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I always get a chuckle when someone suggest that the sales team "show houses nearby only when traffic is low with less noise". Please explain the process for that.

Also, why are you still here? You must genuinely regret moving away from our community.

[Stu from NYC]

This thread is why people should rent for a month or two and spend lots of time exploring, talking to others and listening to the noise before buying.

[coffeebean]

Father lives in Hawaii. Has a house with a gorgeous view overlooking the golf course several blocks behind Diamond head. Traffic noise all day all night. White noise really. Not a lot of semis, but we hear a siren at least 6 times a day. I live near the turnpike. No big deal for me. Can't hear a thing from that with the windows closed AC on (or off). The annoying noise for me is lawn mowers every day even Sundays and yup welcome to TV home of John Deer :doh:

Noise from lawn mowers is very brief. These guys are in and out of here in 15 minutes. Times that by a few homes that are close by. Turnpike noise is constant.

[MrChip72]

I'm in DeLuna and you can hear the turnpike if you're trying to focus on listening for it I guess. If you live near Morse blvd or Buena Vista you'll here cars and golf carts all day/evening too if you listen for them too.

[MrChip72]

I live in Deluna roughly five streets from the turnpike. 90% of the time the noise is not noticeable.

I'm in DeLuna too and hear nothing unless I'm trying to listen for it. There's just some people on here trying to create a narrative that it's loud for some apparent reason. It seems like the only people that care about the turnpike "noise" in DeLuna live in other parts of the Villages.

[Altavia]

I'm in DeLuna too and hear nothing unless I'm trying to listen for it. There's just some people on here trying to create a narrative that it's loud for some apparent reason. It seems like the only people that care about the turnpike "noise" in DeLuna live in other parts of the Villages.

It's the same dozen or so posters who "Ground Hog Day" most every thread to death.

Adding them to your ignore list improves the experience here.

[Kelevision]

It's the same dozen or so posters who "Ground Hog Day" most every thread to death.

Adding them to your ignore list improves the experience here.

OMG… what?!?! You can choose to ignore certain people?!?!?!? :bigbow::mademyday:

[Oldragbagger]

I'm in DeLuna too and hear nothing unless I'm trying to listen for it. There's just some people on here trying to create a narrative that it's loud for some apparent reason. It seems like the only people that care about the turnpike "noise" in DeLuna live in other parts of the Villages.

So right, for all the areas in the south. And it seems to mostly be the same folks over and over. It almost seems like they spend their day watching for opportunities to comment on an area that they do not live in, as if this areas existence is somehow a threat to them. I often wonder what their agenda is that they want to devote so much time and energy to disparaging all the neighborhoods in the south. They say they are happy living up north. Okay, so be happy then, and let us be happy with where we live too.

[Boston-Sean]

Noise from lawn mowers is very brief. These guys are in and out of here in 15 minutes.

On the list of things that surprised me during my month long stay, landscaping noise was near the top of the list.

Or I should say lack of landscaping noise. I was in a neighborhood of villas and the noise was basically non-existant. I actually timed how long it took them to mow the lawn for the house I was in and it was less than 45 seconds for the back and maybe 30 seconds for the front. Then they were gone. The whole neighborhood or at least everything I could hear was done in less than 90 minutes. Once a week.

Another benefit of small lots.

[Bogie Shooter]

Noise from lawn mowers is very brief. These guys are in and out of here in 15 minutes. Times that by a few homes that are close by. Turnpike noise is constant.

You know this how, from Mallory Square?

[vintageogauge]

Mr. Chip that is the truth and has been going on since the first home was built south of 44. Don't let it get you down it's always the same members, they all belong to the same "South of 44 Bashers" club, they're sort of like the old ladies that drive around looking for front yard violations.

[Normal]

I'm in DeLuna and you can hear the turnpike if you're trying to focus on listening for it I guess. If you live near Morse blvd or Buena Vista you'll here cars and golf carts all day/evening too if you listen for them too.

I frequent Mulberry and the Lady Lake area. The noise is much worse in some areas up there.

[Marathon Man]

So right, for all the areas in the south. And it seems to mostly be the same folks over and over. It almost seems like they spend their day watching for opportunities to comment on an area that they do not live in, as if this areas existence is somehow a threat to them. I often wonder what their agenda is that they want to devote so much time and energy to disparaging all the neighborhoods in the south. They say they are happy living up north. Okay, so be happy then, and let us be happy with where we live too.

So right. I believe that they do consider it a threat. Houses are selling in the south as fast as they are built. The "new formular" as I call it has a better look than the traditional look north of 44. People coming to TV for the first time can easily see the difference. It is why we moved.

I guess if I lived in the north and was concerned about my property value, I might find every opportunity to toss the dirt in the hopes that it may land somewhere.

[Oldragbagger]

So right. I believe that they do consider it a threat. Houses are selling in the south as fast as they are built. The "new formular" as I call it has a better look than the traditional look north of 44. People coming to TV for the first time can easily see the difference. It is why we moved.

I guess if I lived in the north and was concerned about my property value, I might find every opportunity to toss the dirt in the hopes that it may land somewhere.

Excellent point. There has to be something to it, and this makes sense. We just came from our neighborhood pool. We talked to a number of people, and every single one of them love it here in the Village of Hawkins, in the south, with the turnpike nearby, everything about it. I asked if they had any complaints. Everyone agreed they had absolutely no complaints, no regrets, and can’t imagine why anyone would.

[coffeebean]

You know this how, from Mallory Square?

I personally can not hear the turnpike from Mallory Square. We are far, far, far away from the Turnpike. I have, however, read many a comment from folks who do live in close proximity to the turnpike and they have commented on the constant hum they can hear from their homes in the south. I have never lived in close proximity to a major roadway and there is a reason for that.

[coffeebean]

So right. I believe that they do consider it a threat. Houses are selling in the south as fast as they are built. The "new formular" as I call it has a better look than the traditional look north of 44. People coming to TV for the first time can easily see the difference. It is why we moved.

I guess if I lived in the north and was concerned about my property value, I might find every opportunity to toss the dirt in the hopes that it may land somewhere.

I don't see what you see. I have driven to the southern area a few times and I still look for the lovely water falls and gardens on the corners of the main roads that we have north of 44. South of 44, I have not found one corner adorned with those beautiful water falls. I also do not see the abundance of flower plantings as there are north of 44. I noticed this the first time more than a year ago and was hoping the area would be "prettied up" more like what we have north of 44. Hubby and I took a drive down there two weeks ago and it still looks very sterile to me. Still no fountains on the corners and the planting of flowers are very minimal.

Just my observations. I don't mean to bash at all.

[Bogie Shooter]

I personally can not hear the turnpike from Mallory Square. We are far, far, far away from the Turnpike. I have, however, read many a comment from folks who do live in close proximity to the turnpike and they have commented on the constant hum they can hear from their homes in the south. I have never lived in close proximity to a major roadway and there is a reason for that.
So, your statement was based on hearsay?
Added nothing.

[coffeebean]

So, your statement was based on hearsay?
Added nothing.

Yes, I guess it is considered "heresay". I believe what people post on this forum so when someone says they can hear the trucks on the turnpike from their lanai and even in their home with the windows closed, I believe them. Do you think people lie about this stuff?

[BigSteph]

I haven't read but a few posts in this thread, but I've read this Topic in several others.

I live South of 44, about 1/2 mile from the Turnpike. It is rare that I cannot hear the Turnpike. Most times, it is a din of noise and on certain nights it is raging.

As others have likely stated, it depends on the winds, the rains, the humidity and the temperatures.

During the day, other noises compete and often win. At night, the road noise almost always wins.

More homes between you and the Turnpike is a bad gamble. The noise today is likely the noise a month from now, a year from now -- more homes, trees, etc. will only change the level, it will not deaden it.

I'm glad we are 1/2 mile away.

Would it have changed our decision had we known,... probably.

Would other things have changed our decision had we known, probably.

I'm playing with cards we were dealt, not the ones from the other deck or the other table.

I don't hate living here, near the noise. It is just something to tolerate at times.

[thelegges]

I don't see what you see. I have driven to the southern area a few times and I still look for the lovely water falls and gardens on the corners of the main roads that we have north of 44. South of 44, I have not found one corner adorned with those beautiful water falls. I also do not see the abundance of flower plantings as there are north of 44. I noticed this the first time more than a year ago and was hoping the area would be "prettied up" more like what we have north of 44. Hubby and I took a drive down there two weeks ago and it still looks very sterile to me. Still no fountains on the corners and the planting of flowers are very minimal.

Just my observations. I don't mean to bash at all.

I guess I have missed the waterfalls you speak of. Other than SS, and the eye catching brook at Glenview entrance.

Have seen many bubblers that keeps water moving within the pond, to keep the pond scum at bay. Waterfalls not so much.

[Bikehike]

I lived half a mile from an eight lane highway and didn’t hear the noise with the windows closed because it was a low hum but with the windows open you can hear it at night more than during the day. The neighborhood noise was much louder things like lawn equipment and tools, or loud music or diesel trucks. Here it's the train mostly

[beckylou152]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?
If you plan to have a screened lanai and be outside a lot, be careful of the noise. There was a recent YouTube video where someone took a noise reading at Richmond and it was fine so long as it wasn’t near the turnpike. But those lots are already slowly being released and selling fast if you are building. Don’t forget preowned homes too - lots of newer homes all over for sale! You have many choices - spend lots of time looking.

[Bogie Shooter]

Yes, I guess it is considered "heresay". I believe what people post on this forum so when someone says they can hear the trucks on the turnpike from their lanai and even in their home with the windows closed, I believe them. Do you think people lie about this stuff?

Often……

[Marathon Man]

Yes, I guess it is considered "heresay". I believe what people post on this forum so when someone says they can hear the trucks on the turnpike from their lanai and even in their home with the windows closed, I believe them. Do you think people lie about this stuff?

Why the need to speak for others? Why not let those near the turnpike comment on the turnpike. They don't need help.

[Michael 61]

Thank you everyone for all your replies - a very diverse and varied los for comments, but all have been helpful - my next lifestyle in little over a two weeks will be heavily focused on turnpike noise. For clarification, I can deal with a distant hum. I will probably be on my Lanai no more than half hour each morning for coffee. Hearing noise outside my house is not so much a concern - what I don’t want is to be able to hear any noise inside my home with my windows closed. I like the more “ open” kitchen feel better of the new homes, which is drawing me to a newer home vs an older resale.

[Bikehike]

Golf carts are more frequent and louder unless you're really close to the highway

[coffeebean]

I guess I have missed the waterfalls you speak of. Other than SS, and the eye catching brook at Glenview entrance.

Have seen many bubblers that keeps water moving within the pond, to keep the pond scum at bay. Waterfalls not so much.

There are several major road corners adorned with fountains and a pretty gardens. Drive along Morse Blvd and Buena Vista Blvd north of 44 and you will see them. These beautiful corners were very inviting when I first came to The Villages. LOVED the look and beauty of this place.

Another area that really impressed me when we came for our lifestyle visit back in December of 2008, is that small stretch on Buena Vista Blvd that is totally encompassed with huge Live Oak Trees on both sides of the roadway, towering over the road. This stretch is located in the Lake Sumter Landing area. Driving that small section on Buena Vista Blvd. at night was so calming to me. I said to my husband right then and there, we HAVE to move here.

[coffeebean]

Often……

Gee, that's too bad. Passing on incorrect information purposefully is not something I would ever do. My parents taught me better than that.

[coffeebean]

Why the need to speak for others? Why not let those near the turnpike comment on the turnpike. They don't need help.

I actually can sort of speak to the sound of constant traffic hum.............

I grew up on Long Island, about one mile away from Sunrise Highway. Our neighborhood was already built up with homes so there were several blocks of homes between our home and Sunrise Hwy. At that time, Sunrise Highway was two lanes each way with, I think, a speed limit of about 40 MPH.

We did not have central air conditioning in our house so we slept with the windows open in the warmer months. I would wake up to the constant "hum" of the traffic and it was very audible to me back then. Young ears, I guess so my hearing was very astute as a kid. Anyway, that memory of traffic hum will always be with me. I vowed never ever to live near a major roadway where I would hear a constant hum of traffic.

As an adult, I kept that promise to myself and have never had to listen to constant traffic hum where I lived.

[Marathon Man]

I actually can sort of speak to the sound of constant traffic hum.............

I grew up on Long Island, about one mile away from Sunrise Highway. Our neighborhood was already built up with homes so there were several blocks of homes between our home and Sunrise Hwy. At that time, Sunrise Highway was two lanes each way with, I think, a speed limit of about 40 MPH.

We did not have central air conditioning in our house so we slept with the windows open in the warmer months. I would wake up to the constant "hum" of the traffic and it was very audible to me back then. Young ears, I guess so my hearing was very astute as a kid. Anyway, that memory of traffic hum will always be with me. I vowed never ever to live near a major roadway where I would hear a constant hum of traffic.

As an adult, I kept that promise to myself and have never had to listen to constant traffic hum where I lived.

OK. And you kept your promise. But why so many comments about the turnpike?

Constant noise becomes background sound and soon goes un-noticed. It's intermittent noise that I find more disturbing.

[Happydaz]

OK. And you kept your promise. But why so many comments about the turnpike?

Constant noise becomes background sound and soon goes un-noticed. It's intermittent noise that I find more disturbing.

I lived in California over thirty years ago and the highway noise near our house was very loud. I didn’t realize it when I bought it but at night and in colder weather it sounded like a jet taking off. The house is worth today more than I could ever have imagined, $2.3 million! I guess most people don’t care. One note though, there are reputable studies showing a link between highway noise and hypertension so it may not just be innocuous background noise.

[fdpaq0580]

OK. And you kept your promise. But why so many comments about the turnpike?

Constant noise becomes background sound and soon goes un-noticed. It's intermittent noise that I find more disturbing.

While I agree that intermmitent noise can be disturbing, and often even startling, constant noise can be a never-ending, even painful and exhausting problem. Ask someone with tinnitus.
As for the comments about the turnpike, could just be wanting to participate in an open conversation and not really trying to empart any earth shatering revelation.

[coffeebean]

OK. And you kept your promise. But why so many comments about the turnpike?

Constant noise becomes background sound and soon goes un-noticed. It's intermittent noise that I find more disturbing.

That traffic noise I heard as a kid never went un-noticed by me, especially in the morning when there wasn't any other noises other than birds as they were waking up to a new day. It always bothered me seeing homes lining the Belt Parkway on Long Island and any other parkway for that matter. It has always been a sore spot.

[Altavia]

Thank you everyone for all your replies - a very diverse and varied los for comments, but all have been helpful - my next lifestyle in little over a two weeks will be heavily focused on turnpike noise. For clarification, I can deal with a distant hum. I will probably be on my Lanai no more than half hour each morning for coffee. Hearing noise outside my house is not so much a concern - what I don’t want is to be able to hear any noise inside my home with my windows closed. I like the more “ open” kitchen feel better of the new homes, which is drawing me to a newer home vs an older resale.

One thing to add I don’t recall previously mentioned, concrete block/pre-cast construction will likely do a better job of blocking interior noise than frame.

Good luck with your search!

[Timothyimitchell]

Lots going on down here near Sawgrass. And lots more coming when the bridge opens up. This is going to be the hot spot in 5-10 years. And I love it down here. But, I love it everywhere here in TV. It's really easy. If you are concerned about the noise move further north. If it doesn't bother you, Come on down. You'll love it. To me, the noise is a NON ISSUE

[Stu from NYC]

Spend a month or two here before making a decision. Huge place and not easy to decide what is best for you

[BlueStarAirlines]

Everyone mentions the turnpike noise down south, but no one seems to mention that the north seems to have a lot of electrical outages. Was told power was out in Belvedere, Ashland, Amelia, and other villages today. Was out 2-3 times for various reasons in the last 3-4 weeks.

[Stu from NYC]

Everyone mentions the turnpike noise down south, but no one seems to mention that the north seems to have a lot of electrical outages. Was told power was out in Belvedere, Ashland, Amelia, and other villages today. Was out 2-3 times for various reasons in the last 3-4 weeks.

Heard of a couple and it does not seem to happen very often but noise near a heavily used turnpike will not stop

[Normal]

How far does 441/27 noise travel….or how far does 42 noise travel…or 44? It’s all the same. The southern villages might work out a little better on noise if they expand the turnpike only because the population density would require the state to install sound barrier walls.

[RPDaly]

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[Boston-Sean]

There a lot of these studies you can find out there but most indicate sound barriers along highways are not very effective overall - especially considering their cost. May be one of those out of sight - out of mind results at best.

Abstract

The objective of this study was to determine the actual and perceived effectiveness of noise barriers along interstate highways. Using a 5-mile section of Interstate 71 in the greater Cincinnati area as the study area, traffic noise readings and opinions of residents living along the sections of the highway were recorded. Noise readings were taken before and after the noise barriers were erected. A questionnaire was designed to elicit noise-related annoyance of the residents in the areas adjoining the highway. The results indicated that, in general, noise barriers were effective as indicated by a reduction in noise levels by as much as 11 dBA. The barriers, however, failed to bring noise levels for locations closer to the highway within the levels desired by the government (67 dBA). Most residents living right next to the highway were very satisfied with the installation of noise barriers. In general, these individuals felt that the quality of life improved with the noise barrier installation. The same, however, was not true of residents living a few blocks away from the highway--they felt the noise barriers were a waste of money. There was no significant difference in traffic noise pattern during the weekdays or weekends. Noise readings taken in two different locations were observed to be similar

That is consistent with something I read about traffic sound barriers. That being the homes closest to the barriers got the most sound relief. As you moved further and further away from the barriers the sound mitigation was minimal. Not much different than with no barriers.

[OrangeCrush]

I’m returning for my second lifestyle visit in a few weeks, after just getting back from my first. Interested in a new build. Liked DeLuna, but not the homes right next to turnpike (too noisy). Those in the southern part of DeLuna seem to be far enough from turnpike noise. Looking to buy around October, and DeLuna may be sold out by then, which will put me looking at Richmond. Great location, but many lots close to turnpike. Question - I don’t mind a distant hum of noise, but how far away from turnpike should I be so I don’t hear much noise?
Your concern is exactly what we were concerned with being so close to TP, especially off Meggison. We chose DeLuna and got a lot and are in process of building. We chose closer to 301, which I'd imagine will also expand in the future, based on popular demand for the Village area and the saying, "If you build it, they will come." We've been up to see the building ongoing nearly weekly and the noise from 301 and TP are not noticeable. That's now, but as the area grows and traffic increases, noise pollution will undoubtedly increase too. We're leaving the Land o' Lakes, FL area off US-41 and US-54, where there's LOTS of noise all day/all night. We love our lanai, but the traffic noise is constant, hence we're saying so long to the area and moving to a new and hopefully very active and fun life. There's been plenty of terrific feedback from fellow Villagers to ponder over. Best wishes on your home selection!

[Stu from NYC]

That is consistent with something I read about traffic sound barriers. That being the homes closest to the barriers got the most sound relief. As you moved further and further away from the barriers the sound mitigation was minimal. Not much different than with no barriers.

Wonder why that should be

[Boston-Sean]

Wonder why that should be

This explains it:

On Highway Noise Barriers, the Science Is Mixed. Are There Alternatives? (https://undark.org/2017/12/27/highway-noise-barrier-science/)

[Stu from NYC]

This explains it:

On Highway Noise Barriers, the Science Is Mixed. Are There Alternatives? (https://undark.org/2017/12/27/highway-noise-barrier-science/)

Wow thank you for sharing. Many years ago my college physics class taught me that sound does not travel in straight lines but waves and totally forgot.

So the fed govt is actually the cause of having these walls all over the highways. Sure would not want one in my backyard rather an eyesore.

[MrChip72]

Why is it that people that admittedly don't live anywhere near the turnpike are 80% of the posters in this thread? What's the point?

[Bogie Shooter]

Why is it that people that admittedly don't live anywhere near the turnpike are 80% of the posters in this thread? What's the point?

They think it’s cute.
Especially when a poster mentions it many times on the same thread. Why?

[Altavia]

This explains it:

On Highway Noise Barriers, the Science Is Mixed. Are There Alternatives? (https://undark.org/2017/12/27/highway-noise-barrier-science/)

Very interesting, thanks!

Having 2-3 homes between you and the Turnpike is effectively like having 2-3 noise barriers.

Plus a lanai away from the noise source is best.

The Villa walls probably also help some.

[Altavia]

They think it’s cute.
Especially when a poster mentions it many times on the same thread. Why?

They probably have kissing lanai's which would be far worse in my book.

[MrChip72]

They think it’s cute.
Especially when a poster mentions it many times on the same thread. Why?

It feels the same as people that complain about a popular store or restaurant opening that they object to or dislike. Just don't go there then. I would be quite happy if Edna's on the green and the other amenities in my area were less crowded if the North of 44 people weren't using them so much.

[fdpaq0580]

Why is it that people that admittedly don't live anywhere near the turnpike are 80% of the posters in this thread? What's the point?

Conversation? People often enjoy participating in conversations, even if the subject doesn't relate to or effect them directly.
To me, the peculiar thing is how some folks take offense when someone from outside their little circle tries to make conversation.

[MrChip72]

Conversation? People often enjoy participating in conversations, even if the subject doesn't relate to or effect them directly.
To me, the peculiar thing is how some folks take offense when someone from outside their little circle tries to make conversation.

I'm not offended at all. It just seemed like a question targeted at specific people that own in a specific area. Very valid question.

It would be like someone asking "what's it like to drive a Tesla" and then almost all of the people chiming in are non-Tesla owners. There's been very little value added to the conversation by these people is my point.