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A quiet, scenic neighborhood in The Villages
Surrounded by nature preserves, the Village of Rio Ponderosa is one of the lushest neighborhoods in The Villages, the country’s largest 55-plus community. Built in the 1990s, the neighborhood’s mature landscaping is evident on every street, with Spanish moss draped across broad oak branches, Magnolia blossoms perfuming the air and towering palm trees swaying in the breeze. With no through streets, the neighborhood is more secluded than many other villages. Still, it's no less connected to the community’s amenities. Residents are less than a 5-mile golf cart ride from several golf courses and recreation centers. Two town squares are less than 2 miles away, making it doubly easy to reach shopping, dining and live entertainment. “You will get lots of visitors after moving here,” says villager Kim Aschman, the broker and owner of Broker Associates Realty. “And they’re not going to want to leave. We have a joke about only leaving one roll of toilet paper out when friends visit — when the roll’s gone, you’re gone.”
The Village of Rio Ponderosa has it's own wildlife preserve full of beautiful creatures.
Lake Sumter Landing hosts live music every evening for the residents of The Villages.
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Patio Villas and Ranch Homes
Prices in the Village of Rio Ponderosa range from the low $200,000s to the high $400,000s. The neighborhood is made up of models from The Villages’ Patio Villa and Ranch Home series. Both utilize the vinyl-sided simplicity of Minimal Traditional architecture. Patio Villas are on the low end of the price range, capping around $300,000. They come in one- and two-bedroom floorplans that feature screened-in lanais. Lots are typically smaller than a tenth of an acre. Ranch Homes are on bigger lots and offer larger floorplans with two to three bedrooms. Prices for these homes start around $300,000, but properties with pools are listed in the $400,000 range. Villagers are responsible for their own yard work. The Villages is a deed-restricted community, so property maintenance is a high priority.
A beautiful row of Patio Villas in the Village of Rio Ponderosa.
Waterfront living in the the Village of Rio Ponderosa is a popular option.
A beautiful home with an expansive front yard in the Village of Rio Ponderosa.
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Sandhill cranes on De La Vista Executive Golf Course
According to Aschman, the Village of Rio Ponderosa is not only home to happy residents. “There’s all kinds of wildlife around. Maybe even more than you’d want sometimes. We’ve seen foxes and baby raccoons. If you’re a bird watcher, there are lots of birds, too.” Surrounded by five nature and wildlife preserves, the neighborhood offers a lot to local birders and those who appreciate the environment. The Villages is home to various endangered species, from little blue Florida Scrub-Jays to regal, snow-white Whooping Cranes, the tallest birds in North America. Sandhill cranes are a classic sight on the nearby greens of De La Vista Executive Golf Course. The 9-hole course is a popular stop on The Villages’ executive golf trail. Access to executive courses is rolled into the monthly amenity fee, which also covers access to all recreation centers. Chula Vista Recreation Center is a little over a mile away from the village of Rio Ponderosa. The active hub features meeting rooms for neighborhood and club gatherings. It also has facilities for swimming, tennis, pickleball, beach volleyball, bocce and more.
The Great Egret hunts in the wildlife preserve in The Villages.
Residents of The Villages play golf at the Terra Del Sol Country Club.
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Spanish Springs and Lake Sumter
Spanish Springs Town Square recently celebrated its 30th anniversary as The Villages’ first town square. The plaza is a mecca of retail and restaurants. It’s always busy between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. when live music is played outside in the heart of the square. Those dining outdoors on restaurant and bar patios can enjoy the night’s entertainment, too. However, they may have to give up their table if they want to join the line dancing. Located a little more than a mile south of the neighborhood, Lake Sumter Landing Market Square is the most popular town square in the Villages. Its waterfront features a boardwalk and a couple of restaurants with beautiful lakeside views. Lighthouse Point Bar and Grille stands out with its titular lighthouse, which towers over the establishment. The restaurant serves many seafood favorites, from lobster rolls to calamari. Farther inland, boutiques and shops like Lalalu and Naples Soap Company have garnered loyal followings thanks to their small, high-quality inventories and friendly service. The Villages’ moniker, “Florida’s Friendliest Hometown,” isn’t only a nod to residents in the Villages but to those who work in the community as well. As for day-to-day errands, both town squares are by a Winn-Dixie and professional plazas with local doctors’ offices. Big-box stores, including Target, Staples and Walmart, are along U.S. Highway 441, slightly more than 2 miles away.
Residents of The Villages head to enjoy live music at Spanish Springs Town Square.
Lighthouse Point Bar & Grille in Lake Sumter Landing in The Villages is a very popular hot spot.
Residents of the Village of Rio Ponderosa do their grocery shopping at Target.
There is ample shopping for people at Spanish Springs Town Center in the Villages.
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No golf carts on Florida’s Turnpike
Golf carts are the main way villagers navigate their community. Even on county roads like Morse Boulevard, there are special lanes for bikes and golf carts, as well as parallel-running multimodal pathways farther south. Getting anywhere outside of The Villages typically requires a car. The nearest major city with an international airport is Orlando, roughly 60 miles away. Florida’s Turnpike is less than 15 miles south of Rio Ponderosa. The nearest hospital is close to the neighborhood, only 3 miles away.
The Villages is a world famous golf cart community in Central Florida.
Florida's Turnpike is the one of the main roadways in The Villages
Country Rd 466 is one of the main roadways in The Villages.
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Parks in this Area
Allamanda Recreation Center
Chula Vista Recreation Center
La Hacienda Recreation Center
El Santiago Recreation Center
The Villages Polo Club
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Village of Rio Ponderosa
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Village of Rio Ponderosa, Leesburg sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Village of Rio Ponderosa, Leesburg over the last 12 months is $267,827, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Wow! Check out this open concept, split bedroom layout featuring two large bedrooms with walk-in closets, an HUGE screened lanai, a screened front porch, an indoor laundry room and a full 2-car garage. It is 1,248 square feet of NEWNESS!! Luxury vinyl plank flooring, kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel refrigerator, range, microwave and dishwasher, washer,
Lovely and very well maintained two Bedroom, two Bathroom Patio Villa with 1141 Square Feet of Living Space, located in The Village of Rio Ponderosa in The Villages, Florida. This charming home features tile floors throughout the living areas and neutral carpet in the bedrooms, two solar tubes, plantation shutters, new windows and new screened door to the lanai. The Lanai screens have been
Welcome to this Charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath with a spacious 2 car garage, ideally situated in the Villages, Lady Lake! Enjoy an active lifestyle with access to a beautiful golf course, multiple community pools, tennis courts, pickleball and restaurants. This home is perfect for those seeking a vibrant community with plenty of recreational options. Conveniently located near shopping centers and
Minutes to Spanish Springs and Lake Sumter Landing in the Village of Rio Ponderosa. This home has an open floor plan with luxury vinyl plank wood look floors and tile in the wet areas. The Kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, breakfast bar and plenty of storage and counter space. The Master bedroom has a queen bed (king available), a large walk-in closet and bath with an
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
771
Median Age
76
Population under 18
2.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
78.9%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,031
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,236
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
30.9%
Advanced Degrees
15.6%
% Population in Labor Force
13.3%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
8/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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