Which Village would I Move to in the Villages Florida

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Ай бұрын

Let’s look at the entire Villages by village and just see how big this area is to cover and then I narrow down to where I might move to if I were considering purchasing in the next couple of years.
If you are interested in viewing the Villages maps by William Vayens go to vayens.com/maps
William does ask for permission to use the maps for social media, etc. Thanks Bill for allowing me to use your map. If you are unable to get access through this website, try Don Wiley who provides the maps on his website www.goldwingnut.com/villages-map
So I selected Edenfield as the next village I would move to in the Villages Florida. Even though I haven’t found a bad village anywhere in the large community.
Also note I did make a mistake calling Magnolia Plaza a square but decided to correct it by putting the name on the screen.
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@nedatkins2523 Ай бұрын

A serious consideration should be your own timeline, specifically your health and age. At age 69, feeling health, and still enjoyable working with a nice income and and enjoyable career, I had my rude awakening 2 years ago with a heart attack. So, I don’t want to wait for what may arrive with all the new future development south of the turnpike. I want to enjoy The Villages for what is available now and during the next few years as a priority. Accordingly, I found that an 11-year-old existing house between 466-A and 44 best fit my needs and desires. Don’t disregard the value and best fit of resales for best meeting the needs and desires of any newcomer to The Villages. As you said, there is something somewhere in The Villages for everyone. Thank you for your videos and honest perspective!

@GaryAbbott 23 күн бұрын

Well said Ned. I had a heart attack a year and a half ago and it kicked in my need to retire which is this month. You just never know how many years we have.

@rethinkcps2116 8 күн бұрын

I've owned six SFH in three time zones, over the years. Five were new builds, one a resale. The 12-year-old home was never 'right.' Older air vents & HVAC issues vs. new state of art construction & HVAC were nite/day. In a hot climate, well insulated 'green' energy efficient new home is much preferred. My 2-cents -

@BradInStLouis Ай бұрын

One thought against moving North of Eastport is the Turnpike Rest Stop proximity. Nothing is worse than the sound of a Semi-Truck down shifting (entering the plaza) or up shifting (accelerating back on to the Turnpike). I will be checking that out on my lifestyle visit.

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

I don’t think you will hear traffic in those areas unless your house abuts the turnpike. I live in Citrus Grove next to turnpike on the other side and not an issue. Pickle ball courts are the ones not to be next too.

@markedwards5512 Ай бұрын

Please note that the turnpike is going to be expanded to 8 lanes. Noise will be an issue, even if they put up sound abatement walls.

@michaelsheedy 25 күн бұрын

Yes the area between 466A and 44 seems to be the new sweet spot garnering the highest home prices. A lot of open space, newer homes, maturing landscape, lots of golf courses, good location to either LS or BW, and traffic on Buena Vista is not terrible yet. But Trailwinds and Beaumont development is changing that big time.

@tamieemmer2795 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the info Gary! Finally writing up the contract with my buyers so I hope to be visiting TV soon to look at homes! I just need to convince my husband to make the move!

@DisMindy5767 Ай бұрын

Did you hear the news? They're building a Costco on that YUGE empty lot next to the new Hobby Lobby on 466! I'm so excited. It's only about 10 minutes by car from our home in the Village of Santiago. Along that same strip is Publix, Marshalls-HomeGoods, Ace Hardware, IHOP, even Walmart. Just shoot every Village in the Villages has a Publix close by. The key is, what other stores do you want to be near? We will be able to visit the Eastport area but it'll definitely be by car. We also have to buy a golf cart. ⛳️

@Dano99118 Ай бұрын

Very informative , thanks Gary.

@flybirds2024 27 күн бұрын

I never really thought about looking at my place on a map but it actually seems that Hammock at Fenney is the most western village in The Villages!

@stevenwilburn235 Ай бұрын

Thank you sharing Gary.

@debrabyrd1306 Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing the information Gary

@jay7621 Ай бұрын

Great video. Enjoy seeing the location of different villages and the proximity to shopping. We’re getting close to looking at locations and this video is very helpful.

@LisaLisaDB Ай бұрын

Thank you for the great, informative video, Gary! We also like the idea of the area of Edenfield. Coming for our first lifestyle visit in a couple of weeks and can't wait to check everything out! Possibly moving to TV in less than two years so your info is very timely! Thanks again! 😊

@GaryAbbott 23 күн бұрын

Best of luck!

@franklowe779 Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing ❤😊

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

You are so welcome

@pattiebravata7462 Ай бұрын

Thank you for the great maps and explanation of the different areas. Great video. Very informative.

@GaryAbbott 23 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@billredding2000 Ай бұрын

I think I'd be restricted to the older parts of The Villages, MAINLY (but not only) because of the huge BONDS (which only seem to get higher with each new development ) the new-homes/communities have to pay off, added to their monthly house pay't/expenses. Older areas (such as Spanish Springs for one example, and which still look nice, BTW) -- homes there often have the bond paid, so that extra pay't isn't there for the next owner. Of course for rich people that doesn't at all matter...it's just a serious consideration for the rest of us. -- BR

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

I agree with most of what you have stated but one thing I found when I purchased three years ago. You really need to take an older home price plus with the bond if not paid off and calculate the true square foot cost. Then look at a new home adding both the price & bond and see what the square foot cost is. I was surprised at the time I bought a new home they were less expensive per square foot than the ones a realtor was showing me. Now that may not be the situation today but a fair way to compare any given home to a new one. My bond was definitely lower than many homes today. Thanks for watching.

@rethinkcps2116 25 күн бұрын

@@GaryAbbott- plus, budget for a roof. And storm-proof windows & sliders.. 😮

@michellegaines-mitchell7937 8 күн бұрын

And used homes are higher in price trying to get back things like decorated driveways and the bond money. Most 2 car garage homes are trying to be sold for more than a new 3 car. The villages knows what they’re doing 😉

@LifesLittleAdventures28 Ай бұрын

We are going to be doing a life style visit and can't wait!!!

@wildbunch2 Ай бұрын

Us too!

@Mycatguido Ай бұрын

Us too in late June early July.

@wildbunch2 Ай бұрын

@@Mycatguido next month!

@brianmadigan3052 Ай бұрын

Thanks Gary and shout out to your friend for map great job.

@GaryAbbott 23 күн бұрын

You bet

@TBH54660 28 күн бұрын

Awesome video

@GaryAbbott 23 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@christinemowbray6116 Ай бұрын

Thanks !

@fierceflyer5 Ай бұрын

Gary, you’re giving away our secret village LOL, we’ve had that village picked out since we first saw the map of Eastport. Another great video. That map was amazing.

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

I don’t think you are alone in looking at that village. Thanks for watching.

@arthurbellick5950 Ай бұрын

Very good video

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

Thanks Art. I will be around Sawgrass this weekend looking for a Kentucky Derby party or Cinco DeMayo party.

@lauramalik1257 25 күн бұрын

I' ve watched almost all of your videos & they are so helpful. I like this one a lot with the map. I'm moving into Shady Brook, its very exciting. We'll be full time resident's, coming from LI, ny. I'm going to need a map with the areas & streets. I know The villages has the app with gps. I still love to see it on paper. Lol thanks again for all the info. Ps I followed your directions on looking up the bond & interest. I,m in a quandary about paying it off. Humm

@GaryAbbott 23 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching my videos. Laura you sound a lot like the dilemma I went through with the bond. I hate paying interest on the bond plus a administration fee so I paid it off. I'm working on a video which I show a map and a little of Shady Brook. Nice area.

@Peter-tc2gm Ай бұрын

Amazing video Gary. That’s the hardest part is finding the right area. Do you have any info about a swimming lagoon being added?

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

Hi Peter, Heard that rumor of the lagoon pool couple of years ago but don’t see it happening above highway 470. The bigger this place gets the more financial sense it makes to put one in. Thanks for watching.

@DawnRahdianzeShantalKrystal Ай бұрын

I bought in Dabney in Feb this year. I bought it sight unseen but i went to visit for closing. My neighborhood was very new with not many neighbors. I am wondering if its getting more populated now. I live in Maui and i am grayeful for your feed back. Thanks Dawn

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

It will take some time for everyone to move in as I went through the same thing. It takes a little over a year to have most of the homes occupied. Keep in mind some are snowbirds so houses will be empty part of the year.

@JimCar71 25 күн бұрын

Retiring in 2-3 years and we plan on selling the house and moving down. I have similar criteria so I really enjoyed your perspective.

@GaryAbbott 23 күн бұрын

Jim thanks for watching.

@Livefreeordi Ай бұрын

We are closing in Dabney because it’s quiet with no traffic or noise.

@DawnRahdianzeShantalKrystal Ай бұрын

I just bought there too. I bought on River Oaks Circle.

@DotComMomm Ай бұрын

I agree with you

@michaelsheedy 25 күн бұрын

Eastport is a copy of Sumpter Landing that will take many years to fill in. Brownwood took at least 10 years.

@williamshubert Ай бұрын

Gary, how can I get my hands on one of these maps? Getting a good map of The Villages with all of the villages listed on the map is virtually impossible. Thanks for the video it was very informative.

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

@GaryAbbott You can find a link to the map in the description of the video to William Vayens website. Map Maker!

@painlesscotton Ай бұрын

Thanks for info! Rental houses will be in the mix in that area I am sure. Do you know what percentage of the Villages is full time rental property? Thanks

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

Don’t really know that info.

@markgraves5344 18 күн бұрын

Hi Gary Great video !!!!!! Would it be possible to get a copy of that map I've been looking for a complete map for some time . Hopefully buying when we come down for the Fourth of July !!!

@GaryAbbott 18 күн бұрын

Use the links in the discription of the video. I’m aware they have been updated since I made the video.

@lisaherrington-sm4gp Ай бұрын

Hi Gary! We're longtime fans of your channel. Is there any way possible to buy a color copy of your NHampshire friend's big updated map? We'd love to purchase one! 😊

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

I would go to Willam Vayens website that I put in the description of the video and reach out to him directly. He is a Nice guy. Another option is contacting a Villages sales agent as they usually have access to printed maps. If you want I can give you my agent who sold us our house? Thanks for watching.

@GaryAbbott 23 күн бұрын

Lisa, I think the William Vayens website is now password protected by I put an alternative link in the video description and you can download it as a pdf to print.

@brhutchi Ай бұрын

Agree not sure about timeline

@michaelsheedy 25 күн бұрын

IMO, any golf cart ride longer than 30 minutes, especially on a windy day, is pushing my limits to get somewhere. For example, from my house to Everglades Rec. is 12.5 miles and takes 45 minutes across 2 bridges. Another 45 minutes coming home. My house is between Lake Miona and Seabreeze Rec. and both are less than 1 mile away. Location is important no matter what your age. There is a reason why so many preowned homes are for sale south of 44. Good luck to them in a buyers market with huge bonds.

@michaelsheedy 25 күн бұрын

It's too bad the Turnpike cuts South Villages in half and Transmission Lines affect many other parts. But I get it, not many homes for sale in Central and North Villages. Pickings are slim.

@user-kf4zw8fc8f 20 күн бұрын

There's quite a waitlist for available apartments at the Lofts in Brownwood, have you heard of any plans for additional apartments to be built in the area of Eastport?

@GaryAbbott 18 күн бұрын

I have not heard of any at this point in Eastport. I did look at the lofts when they first became available but they were priced at a premium and for me is was less expensive per month to purchase a property.

@user-kf4zw8fc8f 17 күн бұрын

@@GaryAbbott thank you for the follow-up. have an awesome day.

@karenvelez3023 Ай бұрын

Hi Gary, We are looking for a home in the Villages, new or used. My concern with Eastport area villages is highway or road traffic noise. I live in suburban atlanta, and we have a trunk road a mile away that leads to highway 85. It is not even an expressway, but I can hear traffic noise clearly day or night. I do not want to hear that in my retirement home! I am 61 and I also have a mobility disability and I need a rolling walker to walk. I would like my home to be next to a paved walkway/walking path, so I can get exercise safely. Do you have any suggestions of a village or villages for me? Just not sure if it better to buy new or a resale. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

Karen, a lifestyle visit will answer those questions.

@karenvelez3023 Ай бұрын

We have had two lifestyle visits, and when we ask the VLS and MLS realtor that was assigned to us, we can never get a straight answer, that was why I was asking your thoughts. We could not possibly see all there was to see in the period of time we had when we visited there, so that is why I was asking your advice, since you obviously would know more than I do, since you have been there much longer. Thank you!

@GaryAbbott 23 күн бұрын

Right now is a great time to buy. I was traveling around the Villages this past weekend and so many homes for sale in all of the Villages. I think the best person who would be helpful is David Monty a realtor that I have used his home calculator he offers for free. Just set your criteria with him for what you are looking for. Not near a highway or busy road, close to a walking path or recreation area. I think he can find you something. Good luck.

@BrianFusselman Ай бұрын

Gary, great video. I would love to get the map. I know the link is in your comments but it asks for a password, can you help????

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

I put an alternative link in the description. Hopefully this helps.

@BrianFusselman Ай бұрын

@@GaryAbbottThanks Gary, worked great!!

@wvayens 22 күн бұрын

The password was a temporary thing while I was doing some updates. You should be able to access them again.

@stevenmrperfectpeterson542 Ай бұрын

Thanks Gary? My brother is thinking about moving to the villages but his son is 22 years old and he’s on the spectrum can he live with his patents in the village

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

Your brother should do a lifestyle visit to get a lot of answers about his unique situtation, but he may want to look at the village of Middleton since that is not a 55+ community. Their may be more things available for his son.

@stevenmrperfectpeterson542 Ай бұрын

Thanks Gary really enjoyed your videos

@DawnRahdianzeShantalKrystal Ай бұрын

I bought on River Oaks Circle in Dabney. How far is it to the New East port town center?

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

According to my Apple Maps app you are 4.9 miles to Sawgrass. So another 2 miles to Eastport.

@DawnRahdianzeShantalKrystal Ай бұрын

Is,that a bit far by ypur Standards? I might see it soon after i hit the 1 year anniversary.

@DawnRahdianzeShantalKrystal Ай бұрын

Sell...typo

@GaryWatches Ай бұрын

@@DawnRahdianzeShantalKrystal Not necessarily far but you it will take you 25-30 minutes by golf cart to go 7 miles. Now I live in Citrus Grove and we take my golf cart to Sumter Landing but it is about a hour ride but we just love it.

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

@stephaniemoen4631 Ай бұрын

Are you able to post a link to your map?

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

You can find a link to the map in the description of the video to William Vayens website. The Map Maker!

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

Stephanie some responded that the link wasn’t working so go to the description as I put an alternative link.

@Mushkiepotamus Ай бұрын

Sawgrass is not a “town square” and was never advertised as a town square. The Developers said it was NOT another town square. Eastport is the next town square. Magnolia Plaza not square.

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

That’s something I caught and why I inserted an typed on the screen “Plaza”. I just wasn’t going to redo the video for that slip.

@flybirds2024 27 күн бұрын

You do know that a new grocery store in being built in Middleton and a second grocery store will be built in Eastport.

@GaryAbbott 23 күн бұрын

Not sure what the new grocery store will be in Middleton or Eastport.

@charlesklink7179 Ай бұрын

Gary, I don't understand your logic about buying in a new village. People will be of all different ages and have different interests, likes, etc. They are not all homogeneous. For example, I've heard that it is younger people (relatively) buying in the south. How does that fit with someone like me who is 70? Also, your link for the maps is password protected. I can't view any maps. Thanks for all of your informative videos. Looking forward to living in TV soon.

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

Hi Charles, I put an alternative link in the description to view the maps. Thanks for giving me the heads up the link no longer works. I think even if you are 70 you will be going through a lot of the same things as your neighbors and may not specifically be age related. Like house upgrades and experiencing activities together. Many new villages hold street parties and even village get together at the recreation centers. So you are right we are not all the same age.

@Mushkiepotamus Ай бұрын

Building Moultrie Creek?? Old info- People have already moved into Moultrie Creek. Edenfield will have Turnpike noise so hope you are deaf.

@franomts7512 Ай бұрын

Gary, one thing about Magnolia Plaza. It is already too crowded, and with new villages around Eastport coming onboard, it will only get worse. Hopefully, there will be comparable stores in the Middleton area to alleviate the problem at Magnolia Plaza.

@GaryAbbott Ай бұрын

Same thing happen to me with Sawgrass. Was really nice before all the houses got sold in Newell to Dabney.