[QUOTE=John_W;1918220]I came here at 60 and now I'm 70, just buy a resale where us older people live. The new homes are mostly people in their 50s and 60s, and man they are weird.

That is TOTALLY NOT TRUE!!

we can't be any more weird than the others!!! :icon_wink:

I contend, younger the better. You won't have a problem.

Most will be younger, but you should still come. There is plenty of friends to meet in that age group and many activities available. People are living longer (many to 100) and if you-2 are healthy, maybe you would go that long - you have to be someplace until then and TV Land is better than most. TV Land is NOT cheap to live in, but it is less costly than many places up north. So, you need to calculate how to make your retirement and savings last long enough. It is very possible to function here without an automobile and just a golf car for transportation - so, that can save some money. Many people believe that it is best to rent here for up to one year before you buy in order to locate yourselves in the best Village and type of house that suits you. ,Hope that helps some.

I prefer the north end.. close to shopping, restaurants and the square... but would also suggest renting before you decide

That is so wrong. We are in our mid-60s and the majority of our neighbors are between 70 and 80!

It’s never to late to make new friends. Come experience the lifestyle, see if it’s right for you. Moving is not only costly but stressful.

No!
 

No, it’s NOT too late! Come on down!! :bigbow: I’m. 74 and came 5 years ago. Live in the village of Chatham, great neighborhood. Never been happier. Lots of friendly people who stop to chat all the time without being overbearing. And lots of support for those who have lost a spouse. We’re having a neighborhood scavenger hunt next week. So far,70 people are attending. It’s never too late to have fun!!!

Competition?
 

Let's not make this a competition between the "south Villages" and "north Villages." The last thing we want to do is get political about it. We have enough of that going on in this country. There are advantages to living in both areas, and it depends on what the buyer is looking for. To say that the "old neighborhoods" near the squares are not as nice as those being built now is ridiculous. Many people value the mature landscaping, home upgrades, convenient access to health care, and quieter neighborhoods "up north." One of the prettiest areas is the drive north up Buena Vista from the Savannah Center to Nancy Lopez Country Club. The village of Harmeswood is especially lovely. The best thing to do is to come visit, look around carefully, meet some of the residents, and make up your own mind.

Living here is great--Moving, though gets harder each year!
 

We made the move in our early 70's and our only regret is that we waited so long! Being here is fabulous; people are so welcoming and there is so much to do you cannot be bored unless you choose to.
I would encourage you to do it ASAP because the only really bad part is the packing up and moving at our age. It is grueling, and will only be harder the older you get!:welcome:

It is NOT late.. my advice to you is select your village (neighborhood) wisely. Many times it is best to buy a preowned home. New homes, in new neighborhoods are occupied with newly retired people (mid fiftys to mid 60s) along with their adult children. That is children who have accomplished nothing in theier life and live free on mom and dad. TV started in the historic section. Residents are in their late 70s to 80s. As each village is built newly retired people buy and move in. My wife and i live in Sable Chase, near sumter landing. It was built in 2006. All of the residents are in early to mid 70s. I am 71 and all of my neighbors are of the same age. 1/2 mile from my home is 3 pools 2 recreation centers. Homes have had many upgrades. Finished landscaping, i installed an $8,000 hicory flooring etc. Good luck and God bless you.

I’m 71 and the median age is 69. If you are healthy and a couple and like to golf you might like it. Hard for singles and non golfers and those who don’t like crowds. Just my opinion. I’d leave in a minute but don’t know where to go!

Everybody is different. It all depends on what you are looking for. My wife and I, looked at a number of pre-owned and new homes. We learned quickly, that the pre-owned homes, we were interested in, were commanding premium prices, and a most of them required updating. In addition, the new homes come with a full year warranty. The year warranty gives the home owner the opportunity to remedy any issues they may have with the new home. (By the way, The Villages Warranty Department gets an A++ from us.)

We bought a new designer home, on a little pond and we could not be happier with our decision. Buying new, gave us the opportunity to make our own improvements as opposed to the pre-owned market where you may have to accept and pay for updates that are not important to you. We like to take morning walks and we love the availability of the paths around the ponds and green spaces in our own neighborhood.

As many people recommend, you have to come and see it yourself. Good luck and yes, we are a part of the more “mature” group. :)

72 and just moved down. No worries

Hi we just moved to the Villages and we to want to make friends
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