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Living in Summerfield
Summerfield is an unincorporated township in Central Florida. A suburb of Ocala, it is a mainly residential area with a focus on outdoor recreation. Its year-round warmth,…
Summerfield is an unincorporated township in Central Florida. A suburb of Ocala, it is a mainly residential area with a focus on outdoor recreation. Its year-round warmth, affordable housing, and strong sense of community, as well as its proximity to Ocala, make it an attractive destination for retirees. It's no wonder that 55+ communities in Summerfield have become so popular.
Climate & Geography
Located 16 miles southeast of Ocala, Summerfield experiences a similar climate with long, humid summers and dry, mild winters. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in the summer, the area’s wet season. The region is too far inland to receive regulation from either the Gulf of Mexico or Atlantic Ocean, so summer temperatures are often the highest in the state.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Summerfield is a mainly residential, suburban community. Much of its recreation is in the surrounding area, including Lake Weir, which has nearly 6,000 acres of boating, water skiing, and freshwater fishing. The Ocala National Forest has several trails, natural pools, and canoe runs.
Residents looking for local shopping need only travel a few miles. Spanish Springs is a town center in Lady Lake with restaurants, shops, and nightly entertainment. Nearby Belleview also hosts the Market of Marion, a weekly farmers market.
Wine lovers can sample the local offerings at the Dragon Flower Winery. Those looking for even more breweries and wineries, as well as more shopping and restaurants can head to Ocala, just 30 minutes away.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Summerfield is below the national and state averages. Almost every factor, including housing, transportation, health care, and groceries are below average. Utilities match the national average.
Florida is very tax friendly for retirees because there is no state income tax. In addition, property taxes are fairly low, and Summerfield’s combined sales tax rate of 7 percent is close to the national average.
Health Care
Summerfield 55+ communities are part of the Ocala metro area which scores highly in Gallup’s Well-Being Index, most recently ranking in the top 25 communities overall. More specifically, it ranked No. 5 in the community index, and No. 3 in the social index.
Although there are no nationally ranked hospitals in Summerfield, the nearest high performing hospital, according to U.S. News, is The Villages Regional Hospital located in The Villages. Ocala has two more high performing hospitals, Munroe Regional Medical Center and Ocala Regional Medical Center. The Leesburg Regional Medical Center 17 miles away in Leesburg is also high performing and the No. 3 hospital in the greater Orlando area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 3 55+ communities in Summerfield, 3 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 3 large communities with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and no small communities.
The smallest 55+ communities in Summerfield has 1650 homes, the largest has 3250 homes, and the average communities consists of 2374 homes.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Summerfield. All 3 55+ communities in Summerfield are gated. For instance, Spruce Creek Country Club is a gated communities with 3250 homes, and Stonecrest is another gated communities with 2224 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Summerfield stay on the market for around 388 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $308,973, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Stonecrest average around $339,333, while homes in Spruce Creek Country Club average around $338,502.
13 communities near Summerfield
906 homes near Summerfield
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,556 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,878 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,392 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,060 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,156 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,519 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,685 sq ft
|Villa
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,972 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,711 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,809 sq ft
|Villa
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,075 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,570 sq ft
|Villa
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,392 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,766 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,266 sq ft
|Villa
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,197 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,286 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,043 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,607 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,956 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,356 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,156 sq ft
|Villa
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,016 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|1,905 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,144 sq ft
|Manufactured Home
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,287 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,898 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,623 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,560 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,198 sq ft
|Villa
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,148 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,615 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,990 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,685 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,281 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 3 55+ communities in Summerfield, 3 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 3 large communities with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and no small communities.
The smallest 55+ communities in Summerfield has 1650 homes, the largest has 3250 homes, and the average communities consists of 2374 homes.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Summerfield. All 3 55+ communities in Summerfield are gated. For instance, Spruce Creek Country Club is a gated communities with 3250 homes, and Stonecrest is another gated communities with 2224 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Summerfield stay on the market for around 388 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $308,973, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Stonecrest average around $339,333, while homes in Spruce Creek Country Club average around $338,502.
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