Village of DeSoto Homes for Sale
DeSoto is a 2018–2019 southern-area village in Sumter County (ZIP 32163) and a division of Fenney — the same relationship the Village of McClure has to Fenney. As a Fenney division, DeSoto residents share access to Fenney Recreation Center, Fenney Grill, Fenney Nature Trail, and Fenney Putt n' Play. Sugar Cane Park, on Fenney Way, has a walking path under Florida oaks. Dudley Canine Park (a dog park) and Dudley Archery Range are nearby on Fenney Way, separate from Sugar Cane Park. Four executive golf courses surround the village: Red Fox, Gray Fox, Loblolly, and Longleaf — all included with the amenity fee for walking play. Home types span six options including Patio Villas, Courtyard Villas, Cottage Homes, Verandas, Designer Homes, and Premier Homes, plus Live Oak Cabana Villas. Under District 12's Series 2016 bond schedules, homes carry an Average-tier annual bond assessment of roughly $1,570–$1,680, scheduled to reach zero in 2047 — verify the exact amount by address before making an offer.
At a glance
Location
Southern Area
Nearest square
Sawgrass Grove, Eastport, Brownwood Paddock Square
Year built
2018–2019
Home types
Patio & Courtyard Villas, Cottage Homes, Verandas, Designer Homes, Premier Homes
Bond
Average — active balance typical, scheduled to reach zero in 2047
Tax rate (typical)
~1.29% (2025)
County
City of Wildwood, Sumter County
ZIP Code
32163
Homes for sale in the Village of DeSoto
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Dudley Canine Park and Dudley Archery Range sit on Fenney Way near DeSoto. A dog park is uncommon in The Villages: the district lists nine. Dudley Archery Range is one of two archery ranges the district lists. Both are separate from Sugar Cane Park, which is also on Fenney Way and has a walking path under mature Florida oaks. Four executive golf courses surround DeSoto: Red Fox Executive, Gray Fox Executive, Loblolly Executive, and Longleaf Executive. All four are included with the amenity fee for walking play. Live Oak Cabana Villas are one of the home types here. If that floor plan is a priority, filter for it by name when searching DeSoto listings.
DeSoto's division relationship with Fenney gives residents access to the Fenney amenities. Fenney Recreation Center is a well-regarded facility in the southern area. Fenney Grill provides a casual dining option on-site. Fenney Nature Trail is a nature walk within the broader Fenney footprint. Fenney Putt n' Play adds an additional golf option. Access to all four of these as a resident of a Fenney division means DeSoto buyers effectively get the Fenney amenity package on top of Sugar Cane Park. Brownwood Paddock Square has free nightly entertainment, and Sawgrass Grove has regular live entertainment. On carrying cost: DeSoto's bond is Average-tier — District 12's Series 2016 per-unit schedules show annual assessments of roughly $1,570–$1,680, scheduled to reach zero in 2047, a mid-range southern bond rather than a near-original balance, though the payment still adds to carrying cost on top of the amenity fee and property tax. The effective property tax rate is approximately 1.29% — DeSoto is inside City of Wildwood limits, which adds the Wildwood municipal millage on top of the Sumter County rate. Verify the exact remaining balance, annual assessment, and remaining years in writing for any specific home before making an offer.
Map & location
What's nearby in the Village of DeSoto
Golf nearby
- Red Fox Executive Golf Course — surrounding DeSoto — included with amenity fee for walking play
- Gray Fox Executive Golf Course — surrounding DeSoto — included with amenity fee for walking play
- Loblolly Executive Golf Course — surrounding DeSoto — included with amenity fee for walking play
- Longleaf Executive Golf Course — surrounding DeSoto — included with amenity fee for walking play; one of four executive courses around the village
- Fenney Putt n' Play — shared Fenney division access — putting course within the Fenney footprint
Recreation & entertainment
- Sugar Cane Park — walking path under Florida oaks on Fenney Way; Dudley Canine Park (a dog park) and Dudley Archery Range are nearby on Fenney Way, as separate facilities
- Fenney Recreation Center — shared Fenney division access — full recreation facility available to all DeSoto residents
- Fenney Grill — shared Fenney division access — casual dining within the Fenney footprint
- Fenney Nature Trail — shared Fenney division access — nature walk within the Fenney footprint
- Sawgrass Grove — about 2.9 miles in a straight line — modern, less themed square opened 2022; regular free live entertainment; Clifton Cove Putting Course
- Eastport — about 3.0 miles in a straight line — live entertainment and recreation amenities
- Brownwood Paddock Square — about 3.6 miles in a straight line — country and Western horse-themed; free nightly entertainment; opened 2012
Shopping & services
- Lake Deaton Plaza — Publix.
What to check before you buy in the Village of DeSoto
- Bond status and remaining balance DeSoto's bond is Average-tier, not the near-original burden a 2018–2019 build might imply. District 12's Series 2016 per-unit schedules show annual assessments of roughly $1,570–$1,680, scheduled to reach zero in 2047. Bond payments still add to annual carrying cost on top of the amenity fee and property tax. Verify the exact remaining balance, annual assessment, and remaining term in writing for any specific home before making an offer — amounts vary home to home even within the same village. More on bonds →
- Fenney division access — verify specific amenities in writing DeSoto is a division of Fenney, meaning access to Fenney amenities (rec center, grill, nature trail, putt n' play) is part of the residential package. Verify that the specific home you are purchasing is within the Fenney division boundary and that access rights are current and transferable at closing. Ask for written confirmation of shared access rather than relying on verbal assurances.
- Live Oak Cabana Villa floor plan — specific search Live Oak Cabana Villas are one of the home types in DeSoto, and not every DeSoto listing is one. If this floor plan is a priority, search for "Live Oak Cabana Villa" by name. Confirm the specific floor plan name and configuration with the listing agent before making an offer.
- Roof age Roof age and condition can affect insurance options, and requirements vary by insurer. Homes here were built in 2018–2019. Confirm the roof's installation date and material during inspection, and get an insurance quote before the inspection period ends.
- HVAC age Florida systems work hard in sustained heat and humidity. Confirm the HVAC system age and service history during inspection. Ask for the HVAC installation date and service records.
Village of DeSoto FAQs
Where is the Village of DeSoto located in The Villages?
DeSoto is in the southern area of The Villages, in Sumter County, ZIP 32163. It is a division of Fenney — the same relationship the Village of McClure has to Fenney. Sawgrass Grove is the closest town square in a straight line, about 2.9 miles away.
When were the homes in DeSoto built?
Homes in DeSoto were built primarily in 2018 and 2019. Under District 12's Series 2016 schedules, homes carry an Average-tier bond of roughly $1,570–$1,680 per year, scheduled to reach zero in 2047. Always verify the exact remaining balance and annual assessment in writing for any specific home before making an offer.
What types of homes are in DeSoto?
DeSoto has Patio Villas, Courtyard Villas, Cottage Homes, Verandas, Designer Homes, and Premier Homes — six types. DeSoto also has Live Oak Cabana Villas. If you want that floor plan, search for it by name within DeSoto listings.
What town square is closest to DeSoto?
Sawgrass Grove is the closest town square in a straight line, about 2.9 miles away. Eastport is nearly equidistant, about 3.0 miles. Brownwood Paddock Square (country and Western horse-themed, opened 2012) is about 3.6 miles. Sawgrass Grove opened in 2022 as the modern, less-themed square with Clifton Cove Putting Course and regular free live entertainment.
What golf courses are nearest to DeSoto?
DeSoto is surrounded by four executive golf courses: Red Fox, Gray Fox, Loblolly, and Longleaf — all included with the amenity fee for walking play. Fenney Putt n' Play is also accessible as a Fenney division resident.
Is there a dog park or archery range near DeSoto?
Yes. Dudley Canine Park (a dog park) and Dudley Archery Range are on Fenney Way. A dog park is uncommon in The Villages: the district lists nine. Dudley is one of two archery ranges the district lists. Both are separate from Sugar Cane Park, which is also on Fenney Way and has a walking path under mature Florida oaks.
What does it mean that DeSoto is a division of Fenney?
DeSoto is a division of Fenney, the same way the Village of McClure is a Fenney division. This means DeSoto residents have access to the full Fenney amenity set — Fenney Recreation Center, Fenney Grill, Fenney Nature Trail, and Fenney Putt n' Play — in addition to Sugar Cane Park. Buyers should verify that access rights are included in the purchase and will transfer at closing. Ask for written confirmation rather than relying on verbal assurances.
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