Why Buyers Choose Duval
Duval's primary appeal is its position on the golf cart path network relative to Lake Sumter Landing. Buyers who place high value on proximity to the original, most iconic Villages entertainment hub will find Duval among the better-positioned villages on the north side for that access. The golf cart path system connects Duval directly to the square without crossing major roads.
The village dates from the early 1990s, and home sizes and construction quality reflect that. Prices sit in the mid-range for the north section — not the entry-level pricing of Orange Blossom Gardens, but meaningfully below south-of-466 equivalents. Bond balances are low to zero.
Duval Village Facts
| Location | North of Route 466, The Villages, FL — Marion County |
| Built | Early 1990s |
| Home Size | 1,200–1,700 sq ft typical |
| Price Range | $200K–$320K (resale, 2026 estimate) |
| CDD Bond Balance | $0–$4K typical — North-of-466 vintage with bond largely paid down; many properties carry zero remaining balance. |
| 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 |
Duval Pros & Considerations
Advantages
- Strong cart path access to Lake Sumter Landing
- Low to zero bond balances
- Marion County taxes
- Mid-range north section pricing — not entry-level but well below south-of-466
- Established community with direct square access
Considerations
- Early 1990s construction vintage
- Smaller homes than south-of-466 equivalents
- Farther from Brownwood and newer amenities