The Villages, Florida

The Villages Homes for Sale by Neighborhood

Browse homes for sale across all 100+ neighborhoods in The Villages, FL. Compare all five town squares →

Location is everything in The Villages. Similar floor plans exist throughout the community — but county tax rates, bond balances, and distance to amenities can create a $6,000+ difference in annual costs on the same $500,000 home, depending on which neighborhood you choose. Understand the cost of living →

Central Area · Near Brownwood Paddock Square

Brownwood Paddock Square

Close to Brownwood Paddock Square — one of The Villages' most popular entertainment hubs. A blend of established and newer communities with strong access to central and southern area amenities and recreation centers.

Brownwood Guide →
CountySumter County (Pine Hills and Pine Ridge are Lake County)
Built EraMid 2000s – 2010s
Bond ProfileMostly Low
Town SquareBrownwood Paddock Square

Neighborhoods near Brownwood Paddock Square — in the central area, Brownwood corridor.

Southern Area · South of SR 44

Sawgrass Grove

Active southern area centered on Sawgrass Grove — opened 2022. Modern home designs, newer recreation centers, and a natural Florida landscape feel. Bond balances are higher than the north and central areas, reflecting newer infrastructure.

Sawgrass Grove Guide →
CountySumter County
Built Era2020s
Bond ProfileAverage
Town SquareSawgrass Grove

Neighborhoods near Sawgrass Grove — in the southern area (below SR 44).

Southern Area · South of SR 44

Eastport

The newest town center in The Villages — Eastport opened in 2025 on 250 acres around Central Lake. Entertainment and recreation are active: regular live music, the Olympia Recreation Center, and Bellaire Executive Golf opened in 2025. Commercial retail is still phasing in. Homes here are brand-new construction with near-full bond balances — the newest 2025 sections verified roughly $2,700–$3,600 per year when the district published their schedules; verify per home.

Eastport Guide →
CountySumter County
Built Era2020s
Bond ProfileAverage to High
Town SquareEastport (opened 2025)

Neighborhoods near Eastport — in the southernmost section of The Villages (below SR 44).

Before You Decide

Five questions to ask first

The neighborhood decision is the one that's hard to undo. Run through these before you make an offer.

  1. 1
    Which areas have the best amenities for you? Recreation centers, pools, and pickleball facilities vary significantly by area and age of development. Browse areas →
  2. 2
    Where are the golf courses you want to play regularly? The Villages has 45 executive courses and 15 championship courses. Living near the ones you'll use most makes a real difference day-to-day.
  3. 3
    Which town square do you like best? Each of The Villages' five town squares — Spanish Springs, Lake Sumter Landing, Brownwood Paddock Square, Sawgrass Grove, and Eastport — has a distinct character. Proximity to your favorite shapes how often you visit.
  4. 4
    How far is everyday shopping, dining, and medical care? Some neighborhoods are a quick golf cart ride from Publix and urgent care; others require a car. Know this before you buy.
  5. 5
    Which area makes the most sense financially? Bond balances, county tax rates, and CDD assessments all vary by location, and the county a home sits in sets its base property tax rate. Compare areas → · Browse by county →

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