Why Buyers Choose St. Charles
St. Charles is an original-section village from the late 1980s–early 1990s that is consistently cited by north-of-466 residents for its good cart-path position relative to Lake Sumter Landing. The path from St. Charles to the square is among the more direct in the north section, and for buyers who plan to use the square frequently, that matters.
The homes are appropriately priced for their vintage — this is not where you buy if you need 2,000 square feet, but it is where you buy if you want good value, low bond, Marion County taxes, and reliable access to the most iconic town square in The Villages. The price range makes it one of the more accessible north-of-466 villages for budget-conscious buyers.
St. Charles Village Facts
| Location | North of Route 466, The Villages, FL — Marion County |
| Built | Late 1980s–early 1990s |
| Home Size | 1,100–1,600 sq ft typical |
| Price Range | $185K–$295K (resale, 2026 estimate) |
| CDD Bond Balance | $0–$3K typical — Original section vintage; very low to zero bond balances on virtually all resale properties. |
| 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 |
St. Charles Pros & Considerations
Advantages
- Strong cart-path access to Lake Sumter Landing — most direct in the north section
- Very low to zero bond balances
- Marion County taxes
- Good value position in north section
- Established community character
Considerations
- Late 1980s–early 1990s construction
- Smaller homes — 1,100–1,600 sq ft
- Farther from south-section amenities