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Village of Gilchrist

Village of Gilchrist

Neighborhood in Leesburg, Florida

Lake County 34785

$643,430 Average Value
$302 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Location is everywhere in The Villages, the sprawling 55-plus master-planned community in Central Florida. While there are things to do in and near each neighborhood, those looking for the highest concentration of entertainment options opt to live near one of The Villages’ three town squares. The Village of Gilchrist is one of the neighborhoods with an enviable proximity to both Brownwood Paddock and Sumter Landing, about 3 and 5 miles away, respectively. This proximity to both squares' events, shopping and dining options is one of the main draws to the neighborhood, according to Karen Kamperman, a real estate agent with Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty and current resident of The Villages. “If you want to just walk your dog, you can live anywhere. But if you want to be close to everything that’s going on, you’ll want to live here,” she says.

Village of Gilchrist has beautiful homes overlooking the golf course.
Village of Gilchrist has beautiful homes overlooking the golf course.
Village of Gilchrist is close to the Palmetto Executive Golf Course.
Village of Gilchrist is close to the Palmetto Executive Golf Course.
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Close to Brownwood Paddock and Lake Sumter Landing

One of the biggest draws to Gilchrist is its proximity to Brownwood Paddock, one of the three prominent "town squares" in The Villages, which are popular gathering spots for dining and nightly events. Brownwood is about 3 miles away, near State Route 44 and has a playful western theme. Shops and restaurants run along Brownwood's perimeter, and in the center is a large open square where there are events every night, usually featuring live music and dancing. "The only nights where there aren't events is when there’s thunder and lightning, or it gets too cold. Otherwise, it’s seven days a week,” Kamperman says. Some of the most popular restaurants at Brownwood are City Fire American Oven & Bar, a family-owned spot serving pizza, sandwiches and salads, and Bluefin, which specializes in seafood and serves everything from fish tacos to seared sea bass. Lake Sumter Landing, another of The Village’s town squares, is about five miles away and offers similar shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities, overlooking Lake Sumter. Residents head to Pinellas Plaza shopping center to pick up groceries at Winn-Dixie and visit the Sumter County Library. Pinellas Plaza also offers services like banks and salons.

City Fire American Oven & Bar is one of the best places in Village of Gilchrist to grab a drink.
City Fire American Oven & Bar is one of the best places in Village of Gilchrist to grab a drink.
Village of Gilchrist residents can be seen out and about just about anytime day or night.
Village of Gilchrist residents can be seen out and about just about anytime day or night.
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Three-bedroom custom homes throughout the neighborhood

The homes in Gilchrist are a mix of Designer style and Bungalow Villas with three bedrooms and two or three bathrooms. They feature big front windows and backyard lanais. Short driveways lead to two-car garages—some with special parking for golf carts, many residents' primary mode of transportation around the neighborhood. Front yards, while compact, are neatly manicured with small palm trees and flowers. Prices typically range from the low $400,000s to mid $700,000s, though a few homes that sit along the Evans Prairie Country Club golf course are priced from $800,000 to just over one million dollars. The streets do not have sidewalks but are quiet and expansive, leaving plenty of space for walks and bike rides.

Most homes in Village of Gilchrist are euipped with both a golf cart and regular garage.
Most homes in Village of Gilchrist are euipped with both a golf cart and regular garage.
Village of Gilchrist has an HOA and is very well maintained.
Village of Gilchrist has an HOA and is very well maintained.
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Golf, swimming, bocce and more are close by

The Gilchrist Neighborhood Recreation Center sits in the neighborhood's center and features many amenities that help residents stay active. While this green space is compact, it features horseshoes, shuffleboard, bocce and one of The Villages' many adult-only pools. Just outside the neighborhood is Bradenton Pool and Recreation Center, which offers a family pool, tennis and pickleball outside, and multiple pool tables indoors. Evans Prairie Country Club is just outside the neighborhood and features a 27-hole course open year-round. Golf is one of the many activities offered within The Villages, and residents can enjoy it, as well as the over 3,000 clubs and social events available, after paying the annual activities fee.

Village of Gilchrist golfers has several options, inlcuding Evans Prairie Country Club.
Village of Gilchrist golfers has several options, inlcuding Evans Prairie Country Club.
Evans Prairie Country Club has a large pool for active Village of Gilchrist locals.
Evans Prairie Country Club has a large pool for active Village of Gilchrist locals.
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It's easy to get around by golf cart

Due to The Villages’ continued growth, traffic can be challenging between neighborhoods, so many residents opt to leave their cars at home and travel by golf cart. To get outside the community, SR-44 is nearby and connects to Orlando, about 55 miles away.

The preffered means of transportation in Village of Gilchrist is the convenient golf cart.
The preffered means of transportation in Village of Gilchrist is the convenient golf cart.
Village of Gilchrist is one of several subdivisions in the Villages of Ocals.
Village of Gilchrist is one of several subdivisions in the Villages of Ocals.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Village of Gilchrist US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$657,500
Median Single Family Price
$616,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$302
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Months of Supply
4.00
Median List Price
$607,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
113
Median Year Built
2013
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,009
On par with the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

  • Friday, Apr 25
    11am - 1pm

    1346 Kilgore Way, The Villages, FL 32163

    $384,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,559 Sq Ft
    • 1346 Kilgore Way
    • New 17 days ago

    One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. From the moment you arrive, this home makes a statement with its stacked stone accents, rock-lined flower beds, soaring palm trees, and inviting covered front porch—a beautiful welcome every single day. Built with poured concrete construction and a durable stucco finish, this home offers lasting strength and peace of mind, along with great curb

    Chris Day WORTH CLARK REALTY

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    1am - 4pm

    3219 Orangedale Terrace, The Villages, FL 32163

    $799,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,019 Sq Ft
    • 3219 Orangedale Terrace

    Your dream retreat awaits in THE VILLAGE OF GILCRIST! ROOM FOR A POOL! Step into luxury and tranquility with this meticulously maintained, fully furnished 3-bed, 3-bath retreat—a TURNKEY paradise nestled in the heart of The Villages. This stunning ZINIA Model boasts over 2,000 sq. ft. of stylish living space, plus a dedicated Golf Cart Garage for effortless cruising. As you arrive, the etched

    Theresa Parolisi WORTH CLARK REALTY

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  • Friday, Apr 25
    11am - 2pm

    1429 Bluebeard Ct, The Villages, FL 32163

    $529,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,158 Sq Ft
    • 1429 Bluebeard Ct

    PRICE REDUCED! AMAZING LOCATION!! This Beautiful BRIDGEPORT Designer Home sits on a quiet CUL DE SAC lot and is perfectly located just minutes from the Brownwood Entertainment area as well as minutes to all the conveniences of 466A SHOPPING, DINING and HEALTHCARE. This home sits in the sought after VILLAGE OF GILCHRIST, with lots of options for recreation, GOLF courses, pickleball, pools and

    Maria Hatch RE/MAX FREEDOM

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,810
Median Age
74
Population under 18
0.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
83.7%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$101,199
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,217

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
47.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.7%
% Population in Labor Force
18.9%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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