Best value in Sabal Chase and minutes from Lake Sumter Landing. This 2 bedroom, 2-bathroom Amelia Courtyard Villa is a true find in The Villages, Florida. The Vaulted ceilings run throughout the home, creating an airy and open feel. The kitchen is functionally designed, with natural gas cooking, a pantry closet, and a serving window that opens to the dining area for an open floorplan flow. An eat-in kitchen nook provides the perfect spot for casual meals, or this area can be used as extra storage space. The kitchen also features a solar tube to bring in natural Florida sunshine. The layout of this Courtyard Villa is ideal for roommates with each bedroom featuring an en-suite. Ceiling fans are thoughtfully placed throughout the home to keep every room comfortable year-round. Sliding door provides access to the screened lanai in the living room and primary suite offering a peaceful space to relax while overlooking the courtyard and green space. This villa combines location, comfort, and affordability—perfect for year-round living or as a seasonal retreat in The Villages. Don’t miss your chance to own this courtyard villa in a prime location. Roof installed in 2023, HVAC 2020, water heater 2017. Enjoy The Villages, FL, lifestyle with abundant amenities for you to attend golfing, shopping, dining, and enjoy many entertainment choices, club meetings, medical services, and more, all accessible by a golf cart.
Sold for $264,900
$264,900
863 DRAKESWOOD AVENUE, THE VILLAGES, FL 32162
2beds
1,182sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
3,763 Square Feet Lot
$262,400 Zestimate®
$224/sqft
$2,263 Estimated rent
Home value
$262,400
$247,000 - $281,000
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Screened lanaiSolar tubeServing windowCeiling fansOpen floorplan flowVaulted ceilingsNatural gas cooking
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Listed by:
Scott Dunn 352-205-4124,
REALTY EXECUTIVES IN THE VILLAGES 352-753-7500,
Zachary Hale 404-312-5368,
REALTY EXECUTIVES IN THE VILLAGES
Bought with:
Matthew Roberts LLC, 3429338
RE/MAX PREMIER REALTY LADY LK
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: G5100899
Originating MLS: Ocala - Marion
Originating MLS: Ocala - Marion
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 219.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.8x14.8
Bedroom 2
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 152.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.4x10.6
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: First
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 94 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x9.4
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 149.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x11.5
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 222.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1x17
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,712
- Total interior livable area: 1,182 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 17x23
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Rain Gutters, Sprinkler Metered
Lot
- Size: 3,763 Square Feet
- Features: In County, Near Golf Course, Private, Street Dead-End
Details
- Parcel number: D26M027
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Courtyard,Florida
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Details
- Builder model: Amelia
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Park, Playground, Pool, Restaurant, Tennis Court(s)
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: THE VILLAGES
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Golf Course, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Shuffleboard Court, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Services included: Community Pool, Recreational Facilities
- HOA fee: $199 monthly
Location
- Region: The Villages
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $224/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $235,790
- Annual tax amount: $2,336
- Date on market: 8/21/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 17 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/8/2025 | Sold | $264,900$224/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #G5100899 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2025 | Pending sale | $264,900$224/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5100899 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2025 | Price change | $264,900-5.1%$224/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5100899 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $279,000+63.9%$236/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #G5100899 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2006 | Sold | $170,200$144/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,360 +1% | $160,550 +2.9% |
| 2024 | $2,336 +10.5% | $156,030 +3% |
| 2023 | $2,115 +2.7% | $151,490 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,060 -10.5% | $147,080 +3% |
| 2021 | $2,302 -1.4% | $142,800 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,334 | $140,830 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $2,334 +0.1% | $137,670 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $2,332 +6.1% | $135,110 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $2,199 +3.5% | $132,340 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $2,125 -1.3% | $129,620 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $2,153 -0.5% | $128,720 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $2,164 -1.9% | $127,700 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $2,205 | $125,820 +1.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $123,720 -1% |
| 2011 | -- | $124,921 -1% |
| 2010 | -- | $126,121 -3.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $130,721 -2.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $133,754 -0.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $134,254 |
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Neighborhood: 32162
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- Sumter County
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- 863 DRAKESWOOD AVENUE
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