The Villages

The Villages

Overview of The Villages

Located in the Lake Sumter Landing neighborhood in Lake County, Florida, The Villages is an independent living community for adults 55 and older. The property sits at 1000 Lake Sumter Landing, roughly 3.0 miles from downtown and positioned in a moderately walkable setting (Walk Score 58). Among 1,485 similar communities statewide, the facility ranks 380th for neighborhood walkability; indicating that while some daily errands can be managed on foot, most outings require transportation.

The Villages does not participate in Medicare or Medicaid, meaning it operates privately without federal certification or publicly disclosed quality metrics, inspection records, or staffing information.

The community’s identity centers on active recreation and social engagement. Golf courses which the community has described as world-class anchor the recreational programming. Golf cart mobility connects residents to these scattered amenities, creating a vehicle-based social infrastructure within the property.

Residents can access scenic trails and parks throughout the property.

A network of dining venues spans cuisines from traditional American comfort food to international options, many featuring live musical performances. Year-round entertainment includes performing arts programming and evening outdoor events organized around central community squares.

Fitness and recreation are named among the community’s formal offerings. Common gathering spaces facilitate resident interaction and social events.

Independent living serves seniors who do not need medical care, medication supervision, or help with bathing, dressing, or personal hygiene. These communities emphasize lifestyle and convenience over clinical support.

The Villages is designed for active, independent-living seniors seeking an entertainment-rich, recreation-focused residential environment with golf, dining, and social programming built into the daily infrastructure.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #128 / 538Walk Score — State benchmarked This independent living community is ranked 128th out of 538 independent living communities we track in Florida for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Florida facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Florida that reports data for that category. Independent living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
58 / 100

About This Community

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age55 Years Old

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dog Park
Live Music
Fitness Center
Nature Trails
Softball Complex
Performing Arts Center
Boardwalk with Lakefront Views
Pilates Studio
Golf Car Paths
Activities
Golf (Championship, Executive, Pitch & Putt)
Pickleball
Swimming
Live Music Performances (Nightly)
Festivals and Special Events
Broadway Shows
Boat Tours
Lifelong Learning Programs
Volunteering
Golf Lessons

Room Accommodations

2 Bedroom
3+ Bedroom
Cottage / Villa Floor plans as listed by the community: Patio Villas Series (1,403–1,870 sq ft) · Cottage Homes Series (1,702–2,254 sq ft) · Courtyard Villas Series (1,935–2,695 sq ft) Floor plans: Patio Villas Series, Cottage Homes Series, Courtyard Villas Series 1,403–2,695 sq ft

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Address 3.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from The Villages's city center to The Villages's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Florida

The Villages is located in The Villages, Florida.
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Long-Term Care Waiver

Florida Medicaid LTC Waiver

Age 65+ or 21+ disabled
General Florida resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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High demand; waitlists common.

Benefits
In-home care (6-8 hours/day) Assisted living Respite (240 hours/year) Case management

Community Care for the Elderly (CCE)

Florida CCE

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
FL

Limited funding; regional variation.

Benefits
Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (up to 10 days/year)

Home Care for the Elderly (HCE)

Florida Home Care for the Elderly

Age 60+
General Florida resident, at risk of nursing home placement; caregiver must be approved.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month individual, aligned with Medicaid thresholds
Asset Limits ~$2,000 (individual); varies by case manager discretion.
FL

Limited funding (~3,500 served annually); prioritizes low-income frail seniors.

Benefits
Basic subsidy (~$160/month) for housing/medical costs; special subsidies for supplies/services (e.g., incontinence supplies, ~$50-$200/month)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Florida Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Florida resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific counties (e.g., Hillsborough, Miami-Dade); ~10 sites statewide.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Florida Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Florida resident, living in approved facility, receiving SSI or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
FL

Limited to specific facility types; ~$78.40/month max supplement.

Benefits
Cash payment (~$78.40/month) for room/board or personal needs in facilities

Frequently Asked Questions about The Villages

Is The Villages in a walkable area?

The Villages has a walk score of 58. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at The Villages?

Yes, The Villages allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for The Villages?

The team at The Villages can be reached at recreationdepartment@districtgov.org.

Are there photos of The Villages?

Yes — there are 3 photos of The Villages in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does The Villages provide?

The Villages offers Independent Living.

What is the address of The Villages?

The Villages is located at 1000 Lake Sumter Landing, The Villages, FL 32162.

What is the phone number of The Villages?

(352) 753-6262 will put you in contact with the team at The Villages.

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