Why Buyers Choose Virginia Trace
Virginia Trace is among the more consistently active resale villages in the north-of-466 section. Homes here are slightly larger and slightly newer than Orange Blossom Gardens or Springdale, built primarily in the late 1980s and early 1990s. That means a bit more square footage, somewhat updated construction standards for the era, and bond balances that are low to minimal on most resales.
The village's active resale market means buyers typically have reasonable inventory to work with — not always the case in some of the smaller north-of-466 villages. For buyers who want the north-of-466 price advantage and financial profile but need more selection than the very oldest sections offer, Virginia Trace is a natural starting point on the north side.
Virginia Trace Village Facts
| Location | North of Route 466, The Villages, FL — Marion County |
| Built | Late 1980s–early 1990s |
| Home Size | 1,200–1,800 sq ft typical |
| Price Range | $210K–$340K (resale, 2026 estimate) |
| CDD Bond Balance | $0–$5K typical — Late 1980s–early 1990s construction; bonds largely paid down with some remaining on newer-vintage resales. |
| County | Marion County — lowest property tax rate in The Villages |
| Nearest Town Square | Lake Sumter Landing — accessible by golf cart |
| New Construction | No — resale only in this section |
| Lifestyle Fee | ~$195/month (2026) — same across all of The Villages |
Virginia Trace Pros & Considerations
Advantages
- More active resale market than smaller north villages — better selection
- Slightly larger homes than Orange Blossom Gardens/Springdale
- Bond low to zero on most properties
- Marion County tax rate — lowest in The Villages
- Consistent demand provides reasonable resale liquidity
Considerations
- Late 1980s–early 1990s construction — older than south-of-466 homes
- Less contemporary floor plans than south or Fenney sections
- Farther from Brownwood Paddock Square
- Smaller homes than south-of-466 average