[DAVES]

Originally Posted by bobk544

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Thanks everyone for the very helpful information and yes, those youtube videos are also very informative, been watching all of the 55plus videos and am relieved to see there are some other 55+ communities out there that look very good, so we're not so much in panic mode anymore, thanks again everyone!

Yes, prices are up in the Villages but, I think you will find they are up everywhere. "We're not so much in panic mode." You should never allow yourself to panic. My view, you can be happy anywhere. We retired, a bit of a shock you no longer need to get up early, work late etc-truly a shock. We are ex-New Yorkers. I got stuck entertaining a Japanese
couple. Places to take them? I bought a tourist guide. Tons of people ,from Florida go to New York to vacation. Truth some of them were in my way as i was rushing to work.

As I said, you can be happy anywhere

[jbrown132]

Originally Posted by bobk544

Hello, we are planning a visit to the Villages in February to scope out homes, but it looks like there may not be anything left that's affordable with the way homes are Active one day and Pending the next day with multiple bids, so as a backup plan, can you please tell us where you would move to in Florida if you had to pick up and move again for whatever reason? Many many thank yous!

As most people have not answered your question I would look a Lely resort in Naples. They have several golf courses, activities and you are about 20 minutes to several beautiful beaches. The weather is warmer in the winter and slightly cooler in the summer. I’m not sure about the prices now but about six or seven years ago they were just a little higher than The Villages. Also, the Naples area is beautiful. If I had to do it over again I would definitely have considered there.

[sallyg]

We have lived in the " historic" section and the newest section, south of 44. There are affordable homes still to be found altho it is a daunting task given the size of this place. We seriously looked at Del Webb on 441 just north of the Villages and really liked it. Same with Stonecrest. Both developments are much smaller, but you get a lot more house for your money. If possible, why not rent first? It will save you the hassle of moving a second time. Best of luck.

[John Watkins]

There is a friendly and beautiful 55 Plus community across the street from the Villages that can match the amenities that you pay a ton of money for in the Villages.

You can enjoy life at Water Oak and have a lot of money left for everything else you enjoy.

[Bgillam]

Originally Posted by bobk544

Hello, we are planning a visit to the Villages in February to scope out homes, but it looks like there may not be anything left that's affordable with the way homes are Active one day and Pending the next day with multiple bids, so as a backup plan, can you please tell us where you would move to in Florida if you had to pick up and move again for whatever reason? Many many thank yous!

Sadly, I’m experiencing the same thing. Multiple offers, prices keep going up. Great for sellers but not so good for people who want to buy.

[wganderson13]

Originally Posted by bobk544

Hello, we are planning a visit to the Villages in February to scope out homes, but it looks like there may not be anything left that's affordable with the way homes are Active one day and Pending the next day with multiple bids, so as a backup plan, can you please tell us where you would move to in Florida if you had to pick up and move again for whatever reason? Many many thank yous!

I bought starter house & forever house here in the Historic side. Love it! Got rid of the car & smart phone- landline only.

[airstreamingypsy]

Originally Posted by irish2468

You want to live in The Villages right?
But you're asking on ''Talk of The Villages'' where are alternative communities. !!!
Please just move to Myrtle Beach or somewhere else.

People like this are what make The Villages less desirable. It used to be a nice place to live, the bigger it gets, and people like this, show how it is no longer friendly.

[airstreamingypsy]

Originally Posted by La lamy

I hate that I laughed at this!

You should, there's nothing funny about 150 people dying.

[Babubhat]

Prices are relative to the area you are moving from. If you’re coming from the northeast or west the prices here are still significantly less. Additionally median income is $80,000 a year. These real estate prices are not going to deter those people who make up the majority of new residents

[cj1040]

There is a nice lot next to us on Wilder Path in Chitty Chatty. New houses all around it. Check it out if you want to custom build...there were also about 4 for sale there a while ago_ all new builds.
We almost bought at Top of The World but you won't find as many clubs and classes there which were important to me. Arlington Ridge in Leesburg is small but you get more house for your money. We also liked Margaritaville in Daytona. Citrus Hills is nice but they have hurricane shutters so that is a heads up. If lots of choices for activities was not too of my list I would go to Margaritaville

[sallyh26]

My friends built & bought in Top of The World located in Ocala. They are very pleased & happy there. Can’t hurt to check it out. Good luck👍🏼😎

Originally Posted by bobk544

Hello, we are planning a visit to the Villages in February to scope out homes, but it looks like there may not be anything left that's affordable with the way homes are Active one day and Pending the next day with multiple bids, so as a backup plan, can you please tell us where you would move to in Florida if you had to pick up and move again for whatever reason? Many many thank yous!

[Bilyclub]

Originally Posted by John Watkins

There is a friendly and beautiful 55 Plus community across the street from the Villages that can match the amenities that you pay a ton of money for in the Villages.

You can enjoy life at Water Oak and have a lot of money left for everything else you enjoy.

If you call 2 pools and 18 holes of golf matching amenities. What are the fees there?

[KRMACK55]

Originally Posted by bobk544

Hello, we are planning a visit to the Villages in February to scope out homes, but it looks like there may not be anything left that's affordable with the way homes are Active one day and Pending the next day with multiple bids, so as a backup plan, can you please tell us where you would move to in Florida if you had to pick up and move again for whatever reason? Many many thank yous!

I wouldn’t live in Florida. It’s too expensive the heat is oppressive and there are gorgeous places up in Northeast Georgia where I’m moving to. You never want to buy into any place where there is a bond on your house it’s called a CDD ! Woodstock Kennesaw is nice as well as Big Csnoe in Georgia. Georgia is now number 1 with FL number 2.

[KRMACK55]

Originally Posted by Two Bills

Go to sales office and say you want to buy a home.
Believe me, sales staff will find and sell you one.

Problem is they aren’t entirely candid about real life here. They represent the developer and misleading at least to folks.

[Rose Ann Vinci Igoe]

Originally Posted by bobk544

Hello, we are planning a visit to the Villages in February to scope out homes, but it looks like there may not be anything left that's affordable with the way homes are Active one day and Pending the next day with multiple bids, so as a backup plan, can you please tell us where you would move to in Florida if you had to pick up and move again for whatever reason? Many many thank yous!

Be patient... lots of homes here... worth trying to get in. Now a lot of people looking to BUY, come to the Villages and RENT while they are looking for there forever home. No pressure and take your time to get to know all the wonderful area's here. That will give you a chance to find the best Town you want to live in and the $ you are looking for. Some rent for a year or so, but it would work to your advantage instead of a "plan B". This really is a very well known place and well liked. That maybe a better option... no rush, and YOU can still look at other golf communities in this area, on your own time.