Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
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Richmond doesn’t have any power lines, or a power substation. Richmond is surrounded by an abundance of Dry, Wet, and shallow lake prairies, along with large areas of trees, with wildlife that some need to become accustomed. Bear, (which travels weekly through our backyard), bobcats, coyotes, With a pitch and putt at most southern end. Last edited by thelegges; 03-22-2025 at 04:49 AM. |
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Amazing how noisy they can be
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Also, keep in mind you could find the perfect lot near Eastport but with the system used to buy newly released lots or homes you might not get any of them because of how high the demand is for every view lot/home released. At least 30-40 people will be trying for the same lot/home as you. It’s a very frustrating system. I think it’s much easier to buy an older home here, but you’ll likely need to do extensive remodeling before moving in to accommodate your wife’s situation. Best of luck to you! |
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Yes, Depending on the wind direction and weather it can be heard from afar.
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Every view lot south of 44 has 30 plus names hoping Christmas came early. On our 15th try we got the screenshot text we were first, for a lot. I actually called our rep to make sure it wasn’t a mistake. |
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Florida ain’t for sissies. One last thought, can you live with alligators in your picturesque waterfront yard? Assume there is one in every pond, ‘cause there likely is. As an alternative, consider Lake Oconee area in Georgia. It’s beautiful, quiet and peaceful. Wish you the best of luck. |
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Last edited by sowilts; 03-22-2025 at 07:12 AM. Reason: Adding information |
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Last edited by jrref; 03-22-2025 at 07:43 AM. |
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We live a mile from the turnpike and occasionally hear it when the wind is blowing in our direction. We never hear it in the house.
We love it south of 44. I rarely go up North for anything. We have plenty of grocery stores locally and shopping in Brownwood and Everglades with new Walmart presently going up at the corner of 44 and Morse Blvd. All my doctors are down here with the Villages specialties building nearby and a great stand alone ER at 44 and Meggison. The Villages health only takes Medicare Advantage plans (most all of them), not regular Medicare. My husband uses a wheelchair and our Veranda (designer with fenced yard) home needs no renovation for it. All doorways and halls are extra wide, no thresholds instead including walk in shower, etc. We bought our house sight unseen via video. It has a view of water in the backyard. Best thing we ever did. Go with your gut feelings on something. Yes bonds are high and you have a lot of competition. I wouldn’t be surprised if lake lots at Eastport will go for $200K-$350K just for the lots. That is prime real estate. The Villages is made for disabilities. You are coming to the right place. |
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One thing about turnpike noise is it totally can depend on the weather. When we bought in Lake Denham it was August, hot humid. We did not hear a peep from the highway. Totally silent. Got there in winter with cool crisp air and some days it sounds like trucks are driving through our bedroom. So a visit may not tell the entire story. I’m just hoping it gets a little better once the turnpike and 470 are repaved as part of the lane expansions. The section of 470 at the turnpike interchange is so bad it’s like driving on gravel.
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One more consideration, It's fun to live close to a Square but that novelty wears off over time for most people. Pick a home that's balanced meaning not too far from shopping, medical, etc.. Reading all these posts you are probably best to buy a home either north of 44 or Fenney, DeSoto, Chitty Chatty, Bradford, Marsh Bend, any area that's established. Remember, when you purchase a home in an established area you know exactly what's around you. In the new areas you don't and no matter what the Villages says, it can be a long time until all that construction is eventually done. And finally, in a lot of cases, in the new areas, people tend to build their home then spend a couple of years upgrading it so you will be looking at and listening to all that post construction noise as well.
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