You are not going to believe how nice this home is and with so many extras and upgrades! This VERA CRUZ model, over 2000 SF, in the Village of SANTO DOMINGO has been lovingly renovated and staged to be the perfect home or investment with NO BOND! The extras include Extensive wide CROWN MOULDING, decorative niches, ROOF OCT. 2022, newer HWH, a large solar tube for brightness, ALL NEW FIXTURES AND FANS, a FLORIDA ROOM, plus a LARGE SCREENED PORCH, and large backyard with Wall for PRIVACY! Previous write up indicated there is room for a pool but this would need to be verified. Nicely landscaped and a brick paver driveway lead to an inviting covered front porch. As you enter the foyer you notice the beautiful light LUXURY VINYL PLANK flooring throughout, the soothing colors and the open floor plan. And a HALL CLOSET! The kitchen, on your left, is bright and large featuring newer STAINLESS STEEL appliances (2023) QUARTZ COUNTERS and stunning BACKSPLASH, a Double WALL OVEN, Deep SS Sink, Coffee Bar area, large counter with storage, an Eat In area with large windows overlooking the front yard, and storage galore with pull out cabinets The laundry room is across the hall with the same beautiful Quartz counters, newer W/D and storage! It leads to the EXPANDED GARAGE with storage, attic stairs and attic decking. The open Living/Dining room is so inviting with plenty of room for entertaining and relaxing. It looks onto the Florida Room which has so many uses- extra sleeping, office, reading! It leads to the screened outside area which overlooks the large back yard. An Amazing Space! The bedrooms are separated for privacy with the large Owner's suite having two walk-in closets! One in the bedroom and one very large storage closet in the en-suite which has also been renovated with the same Quartz counters, new toilets and sinks. It's just so nice! The guest wing is on the other side of the living room and features two rooms with closets with a full bath between the rooms which has also been renovated with Quartz counter, new fixtures, mirror and toilet. This home was an investment property and did really well as a seasonal rental. It is in a wonderful location - a short golf cart ride to Spanish Springs or Lake Sumter Landing Squares as well as shopping, dining, golfing, recreation centers and pools! Many of the furnishings, which are exquisite, are available as a separate purchase. With full asking price, the seller will replace the current HVAC and provide a painted epoxy garage floor. Otherwise the seller will provide a whole house Replacement WARRANTY for peace of mind. Please call to schedule your private showing- you won't be disappointed!!
For sale
$489,000
2278 Margarita Dr, The Villages, FL 32159
3beds
2,034sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
7,254 Square Feet Lot
$468,800 Zestimate®
$240/sqft
$199/mo HOA
What's special
Guest wingQuartz countersExpanded garageFlorida roomOpen floor planCovered front porchPull out cabinets
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Listing updated: August 02, 2025 at 11:09am
Listing Provided by:
Jude Hamilton 704-564-2524,
REALTY EXECUTIVES IN THE VILLAGES 352-753-7500
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: G5100067
Originating MLS: Ocala - Marion

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 232 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x14.5
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 148.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x12.4
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Primary bathroom
- Features: Dual Sinks, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 232 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x14.5
Dinette
- Features: Built-In Shelving, No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 142.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.4x10.6
Dining room
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 126.69 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.3x10.3
Florida room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 208.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4x16.8
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 150.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.4x11.2
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 456.96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.4x20.4
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,584
- Total interior livable area: 2,034 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions: 24x19
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Irrigation System
Lot
- Size: 7,254 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 62 x 117
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: D02C104
- Zoning: X
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Details
- Builder model: VERA CRUZ
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf Carts OK, Pool
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: THE VILLAGES
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Golf Course
- HOA fee: $199 monthly
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: The Villages
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $240/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $340,290
- Annual tax amount: $4,185
- Date on market: 7/30/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
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