Kolter Homes is expanding its footprint in Central Florida’s competitive active adult market, positioning its newest development as a boutique alternative to the mega retirement community. Cresswind at Hammock Oaks in Lady Lake will offer robust amenities and customizable homes in a location that leverages access to the public shopping, dining, and entertainment infrastructure of … Continue Reading » about Cresswind at Hammock Oaks to debut near The Villages in Spring 2025
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Top Selling Florida Communities of 2024
Two real estate consulting powerhouses, RCLCO and John Burns Real Estate Consulting, regularly release their lists of the country’s 50 top-selling master-planned communities. It should come as no surprise that many of these top-selling communities are located in or near some of Florida’s best places to retire. 2024 Fast Facts: Keep in mind that some … Continue Reading » about Top Selling Florida Communities of 2024
New 55+ Community Just 3 Miles from The Villages
Located in Lady Lake, Cresswind at Hammock Oaks will be Kolter Homes’ second 55+ community in Lake County, and one of four in Central Florida. Cresswind at Hammock Oaks will feature a new collection of floorplans designed specifically for active adults. An on-site Design Studio offers hundreds of structural and design options to personalize your … Continue Reading » about New 55+ Community Just 3 Miles from The Villages
The Villages vs. Lakewood Ranch
Located just two hours away from each other, The Villages and Lakewood Ranch are usually the top two best-selling communities (retirement or otherwise) in the country. In 2024 The Villages had 3,208 new home sales and Lakewood Ranch had 2,210 new home sales. If we count home sales as votes, it’s clear that both of … Continue Reading » about The Villages vs. Lakewood Ranch
The Villages Is Top Selling Community Halfway Through 2024
The Villages has sold an “estimated” 1,515 new homes at the halfway point of 2024 according to real estate consulting firm RCLCO. The figure is only an estimate because The Villages does not release official mid-year sales numbers. Last year The Villages sold a total of 3,029 new homes. 13 Florida communities made the mid-year … Continue Reading » about The Villages Is Top Selling Community Halfway Through 2024
U.S. Census Bureau: Florida Home to 4 of the 5 Fastest Growing Areas
According to a U.S. Census Bureau report released this week, Florida is home to 4 of the Top 5 fastest growing metropolitan statistical areas in the nation. The rankings are based on the percentage of growth in population that each area experienced between July 1, 2022 and July 1, 2023. Here are the top 4 … Continue Reading » about U.S. Census Bureau: Florida Home to 4 of the 5 Fastest Growing Areas
Top Selling Florida Communities of 2023
Two real estate consulting powerhouses, RCLCO and John Burns Real Estate Consulting, regularly release their lists of the country’s 50 top-selling master-planned communities. It should come as no surprise that many of these top-selling communities are located in or near some of Florida’s best places to retire. 2023 Fast Facts: Keep in mind that some … Continue Reading » about Top Selling Florida Communities of 2023
Ocala vs. The Villages for Retirement
Two of the most popular retirement destinations in Florida right now are Ocala and The Villages. While both offer a unique retirement experience, they cater to slightly different preferences and lifestyles. If you are choosing between these two places for retirement, I don’t envy you. You’ve got a heckuva decision on your hands, as they … Continue Reading » about Ocala vs. The Villages for Retirement
5 More Charming Small Towns Near The Villages Florida
The Villages is a great place to retire, but as we’ve said before it is growing so quickly most would agree it lacks that small-town feel that attracted a lot of the first residents. But if you don’t need all of the Rec Centers and golf courses that residents of The Villages enjoy, you can … Continue Reading » about 5 More Charming Small Towns Near The Villages Florida
The Villages vs. Port St. Lucie
In previous articles I’ve compared The Villages to several other popular communities such as On Top of the World, Latitude Margaritaville, the Villages of Citrus Hills, and others, but the more I think about it, as big as The Villages is getting, it’s almost not really fair to The Villages or these other communities to … Continue Reading » about The Villages vs. Port St. Lucie
Charming Small Towns Near The Villages Florida
The Villages is great, but as much as it’s growing it no longer has that small-town feel that attracted so many early residents. But if you like the location, here are some places nearby to consider. These towns offer their own unique charms and amenities, making them potential retirement destinations near The Villages. Tavares Located … Continue Reading » about Charming Small Towns Near The Villages Florida
Top Selling Florida Communities Halfway Through 2023
The Villages has sold an “estimated” 1,960 new homes at the halfway point of 2023 according to real estate consulting firm RCLCO. The figure is only an estimate because The Villages does not release official mid-year sales numbers. In fact, it looks like RCLCO believes The Villages is on pace for a similar year as … Continue Reading » about Top Selling Florida Communities Halfway Through 2023
Top Selling Florida Communities of 2022
I recently released my updated list of what I think are the best places to retire in Florida, but two real estate consulting firms, RCLCO and John Burns Real Estate Consulting, recently released their 2022 lists of the country’s 50 top-selling master-planned communities. It should come as no surprise that many of these top-selling communities … Continue Reading » about Top Selling Florida Communities of 2022
Watch The Villages Documentary “The Bubble” Right Here
“The Bubble” is a documentary about The Villages from writer/director Valerie Blankenbyl that was released in 2021. I was able to see it when it was featured at the 2021 Sarasota Film Festival. In part because the film’s director and production companies are based in Europe, it has not been widely shown here in the … Continue Reading » about Watch The Villages Documentary “The Bubble” Right Here
The Villages Leads Nation in New Home Sales Mid-Year 2022
The Villages has sold an “estimated” 1,500 new homes at the halfway point of 2022 according to real estate consulting firm RCLCO. The figure is only an estimate because The Villages does not release official mid-year sales numbers. If that figure is accurate though, it would mean The Villages is on pace for a 25% … Continue Reading » about The Villages Leads Nation in New Home Sales Mid-Year 2022
What’s New and Coming Soon to The Villages
The Villages is already the biggest retirement community in the world, and no place continues to grow like The Villages.
Even More Golf Coming to The Villages
With 711 holes of golf, The Villages is already the biggest golf community in the world. But as you’ll see in todays video, they’re not done yet!
Popular YouTuber Buys Winter Home in The Villages
Very few videos on the topic of “Florida retirement” ever reach this level of popularity, so there’s definitely something here worth watching.
Interview with The Villages Newcomers
I recently sat down with the stars of the most popular YouTube show dedicated to The Villages, The Villages Newcomers. Other than my not knowing where to look the entire time (I’m an interview newbie, haha!) we had a great chat! We talked about: You can watch our interview right here: If you’d like to … Continue Reading » about Interview with The Villages Newcomers
The 5 Best-Selling Florida Communities So Far in 2021
As you might know, the Florida real estate market has been going gangbusters so far this year. There are a couple of real estate consulting companies that track sales and compile annual lists of the top selling communities, and one of them, RCLCO, also does a “Mid-Year” list. Below are 5 of the 13 Florida … Continue Reading » about The 5 Best-Selling Florida Communities So Far in 2021
Bicycle Friendly Communities in Florida
Every year, The League of American Bicyclists reviews a large number of applications and publishes their list of Bicycle Friendly Communities, Businesses, and Universities. This year, Florida has 29 communities on the list. In order to be considered for one of these awards, a community must fill out an application and submit it to The … Continue Reading » about Bicycle Friendly Communities in Florida