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The Villages, Florida
America's largest 55+ community.
55+ LivingGolfBudget Retirement
At a glance
82,000
Population
68
Median age
$70,000
Median income
$415,000
Median home price
0.9%/yr
Property tax
$3,800
Monthly budget
100 (100=avg)
Cost of living
236/yr
Sunny days
30/100
Walk score
MCO — Orlando (60 min)
Airport
4/5
Healthcare
78/100
Safety
Climate: Humid subtropical · State tax: No state income tax
Why retire in The Villages?
The Villages is a purpose-built retirement metropolis: golf-cart everywhere, 50+ courses, hundreds of clubs, and nightly town-square entertainment.
Pros
- Unmatched 55+ amenities & clubs
- Golf-cart lifestyle
- Built-in social life
- No state income tax
Consider
- Age-restricted (55+)
- Inland — no beaches
- Very car/cart dependent
- Bond & amenity fees
Lifestyle
Free nightly entertainment, endless recreation clubs, pickleball, and golf as a way of life.
Housing options
Villas, courtyard homes, and premier estates — all within an age-restricted master plan; constant new construction.
Healthcare
UF Health The Villages and dedicated senior-care infrastructure built into the community.
Senior living resources
3,000+ resident clubs
50+ golf & 100+ pickleball courts
Rec centers & senior services
Every faith community on-site
Local housing market
$415,000
Median sale price
45
Avg days on market
+2% yr/yr
Appreciation