Condos for Sale in Village of Rio Ponderosa, Leesburg

The Village of Rio Ponderosa in Leesburg, FL, is part of The Villages community, featuring homes from the Patio Villa and Ranch Home series. These homes exhibit Minimal Traditional architecture with vinyl siding. Patio Villas, priced up to $300,000, offer one- and two-bedroom floorplans with screened-in lanais on small lots. Ranch Homes, on larger lots, have two to three bedrooms and can include pools, with prices starting around $300,000. Residents handle their own yard work, and property maintenance is emphasized due to the deed-restricted nature of the community. The neighborhood is surrounded by five nature and wildlife preserves, making it a haven for bird watchers and wildlife enthusiasts. Nearby, the De La Vista Executive Golf Course and Chula Vista Recreation Center provide recreational opportunities, including swimming, tennis, and pickleball. Spanish Springs Town Square and Lake Sumter Landing Market Square, both within a short distance, offer retail, dining, and live music. Essential services like grocery stores and professional plazas are conveniently located near these squares, while big-box stores are just over 2 miles away along U.S. Highway 441. Golf carts are a primary mode of transportation within The Villages, with dedicated lanes and pathways. For travel outside the community, a car is necessary, with Orlando's international airport approximately 60 miles away and Florida’s Turnpike less than 15 miles south. The nearest hospital is 3 miles from the neighborhood.