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Part 1: Which is the Best Village in The Villages, Florida?

By
Real Estate Agent with TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE

We have about twenty Facebook groups in The Villages and often I see somebody considering moving here asking the question “which villages is the best villages” and 200 comments later there is not a winner with the most votes.  We all think our villages is best which for reasons that is important to us!  We have somewhere around 80 to 100 villages currently with the smaller ones have 100 homes to the largest over 1,500.  So how do you determine which villages is the best for you?

When working with a client that maybe has never been here I stress the importance of lifestyle, convenience to what is important to you, best value for your money, view which includes golf course, water and does a kissing lanai bother you.

This is too much to cover in one blog/article so will break it down into topics and cover each point.  Have questions or want more details please let me know I love talking about The Villages.

Dick Betts, REALTOR®

The Betts Team

Touchstone Real Estate

The Villages, Florida

717-860-3107 cell

Dick@DickBetts.com

Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

I'm sure there are a lot of options with all those villages! Do you get a lot of people who rent first to make sure they're in the right spot?

Jan 21, 2023 04:43 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Dick. You are walking on hallowed ground. Step softly and don't pick a favorite publicly. Every village is the best to the residents thereof. Better you than me. Enjoy your day.

Jan 21, 2023 04:51 AM
Dick Betts
TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE - The Villages, FL
REALTOR® The Villages, Florida

Kat Palmiotti YES to renting!  I promote the idea of folks coming for a month before buying.  On my website we offer "Experience The Villages" which is working with my investors who have bought homes for short term rentals ,we can offer a home for the price of a hotel and if they stay the entire month cheaper than a hotel.  Now of course either I or one of my agents welcome them with goodies and hopefully sell them a house.  Great lead generator!

Jan 21, 2023 05:06 AM
Dick Betts
TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE - The Villages, FL
REALTOR® The Villages, Florida

Wayne Martin we never discuss sex, politics, religion or the best villages!

Jan 21, 2023 05:08 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Dick,

Its definitely a plus to have so many excellent options in The Villages. Buyers have choices which is a good thing!

Jan 21, 2023 05:31 AM
Dick Betts
TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE - The Villages, FL
REALTOR® The Villages, Florida

Dorie Dillard Austin TX me I am a 5 minute golf cart ride to Target that makes it right!

Jan 21, 2023 06:02 AM
Michael J. Perry
KW Elite - Lancaster, PA
Lancaster, PA Relo Specialist

I’ll be following this , as I would like to know more about the Villages. 

Jan 21, 2023 06:06 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

It's pretty cool that there seems to be a village for everyone within the Villages!

Jan 21, 2023 06:29 AM
Dick Betts
TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE - The Villages, FL
REALTOR® The Villages, Florida

Michael J. Perry  join here and you won't miss anything!

Jan 21, 2023 06:46 AM
Dick Betts
TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE - The Villages, FL
REALTOR® The Villages, Florida

Brian England that's what I do match people to different villages, Dick the matchmaker!

Jan 21, 2023 06:48 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

The one time I was in the Villages back in 2021 Dick, I was impress with it and how my friend used his fancy golf card to go into the town and have dinners and fun times.

Jan 21, 2023 09:06 AM
Dick Betts
TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE - The Villages, FL
REALTOR® The Villages, Florida

Will Hamm if you come back you ride in my 4 seater golf cart which is street legal and I can do 34 mph.

Jan 21, 2023 10:51 AM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten
HomeSmart Real Estate - Phoenix, AZ
602-380-4886

Oh come on Dick tell which village is the best one!!  Hey a friend just told me her Dad was talking about moving to the Villages.  I told her that IF that ever came about I have the prefect agent to help them out. 

Jan 21, 2023 11:36 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Hi Dick- that would be a tough decision to make. If I were moving to the Villages, I'd contact you first to act as my guide. 

Jan 21, 2023 12:07 PM
Dick Betts
TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE - The Villages, FL
REALTOR® The Villages, Florida

Oh NO Anna Banana Kruchten Phoenix Broker I don't discuss sex, religion, politics nd the best villages!  Great would love a referral!

Jan 21, 2023 06:28 PM
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

🤣

Jan 21, 2023 10:30 PM
Dick Betts
TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE - The Villages, FL
REALTOR® The Villages, Florida

Kathy Streib good choice I would find the perfect place for you!

Jan 21, 2023 06:28 PM
Norbert Fabre, MRSA
Indoor Microbial Specialist IMS - Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mold Inspector & Mold Assessor

I say it's where the Lake Sumter Landing is! 

Great idea to post about the factors to determine which is the best village. 

Jan 25, 2023 04:53 AM
Dick Betts
TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE - The Villages, FL
REALTOR® The Villages, Florida

Norbert Fabre, MRSA that is a great area, we have many great areas and it depends on one's lifestyle as to the best place!

Jan 25, 2023 05:02 AM
Norbert Fabre, MRSA

Yes, you are right! 

Jan 25, 2023 06:48 AM