$449,900
897 Folkstone Way
The Villages, FL 32162
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
WELCOME HOME TO THE VILLAGE OF HEMINGWAY! This beautifully maintained Iris floor plan offers the perfect combination of comfort, updates, and location. Featuring a highly sought-after 2-car garage plus golf cart garage, this home provides plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and all the necessities for enjoying The Villages lifestyle. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the enhanced curb appeal with Curb-It landscape edging, decorative rock-filled flower beds, and mature landscaping. Step inside to discover an inviting floor plan highlighted by crown molding throughout. Large ceramic tile is featured in the wet areas, while laminate flooring flows through the living room, dining room, and breakfast nook. Newly installed carpeting adds comfort and warmth to the bedrooms. The kitchen showcases rich maple cabinetry with crown molding, beveled-edge countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant storage, and generous workspace for meal preparation and entertaining. A built-in wine rack and additional cabinetry provide both style and functionality. Just off the kitchen, the laundry room has been enhanced with custom cabinetry and a built-in desk area, creating the perfect space for paying bills, organizing household tasks, or setting up a convenient home office. The spacious primary suite features a tray ceiling accented with crown molding, while the ensuite bath offers dual vanities, a Roman shower, and ample storage. The glass-enclosed lanai provides additional year-round living space and is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof in 2024, a Rheem 40-gallon water heater installed in 2025, and a Carrier air handler manufactured in 2010. Location is everything, and this home places you in one of the most desirable areas of The Villages. The Village of Hemingway is conveniently located near Lake Sumter Landing Market Square, where you'll enjoy waterfront dining, shopping, nightly live entertainment, and special events. Nearby you'll find the Colony Cottage Recreation Center, Hemingway Recreation Center, championship and executive golf courses, pickleball courts, swimming pools, Colony Plaza for shopping and dining, medical facilities, and countless clubs and activities. If you've been searching for an Iris model with a crown molding throughout, a glass-enclosed lanai, major updates already completed, and an outstanding location close to Lake Sumter Landing, this home is a must-see. Schedule your private showing today and start enjoying everything The Villages lifestyle has to offer!
Estimated monthly payment
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Price & listing history6 days on market
- Status: ActiveMay 29, 2026
- Listed$449,900May 29, 2026
- Price increased$449,900
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 6
- Subdivision
- Villages Of Sumter
- County
- Sumter
- Year built
- 2010
- Living area
- 1,939 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $232
- Building area
- 2,723 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 5,400 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- X (12119C0151D)
- Garage
- 3 spaces
- Annual taxes
- $4,602 (2025)
- Parcel #
- G02J067
- Zoning
- RES
- MLS #
- G5113039
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry
- Inside, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 3
- Attached garage
- Yes
HOA & Financial
- Total monthly fees
- $204/mo
- Total annual fees
- $2,448
- CDD
- Yes
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- No Minimum
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Sprinkler Metered
- Construction materials
- Block, Stucco
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Slab
- Road surface
- Asphalt
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Sprinkler Recycled, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Yes
- Senior community
- Yes
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Bedroom | First | 17.1x12.1 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 11.9x12.11 |
| Bedroom 3 | First | 12.2x11.6 |
| Living Room | First | 16x15.11 |
| Dining Room | First | 10x8.2 |
| Kitchen | First | 11.1x13.6 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-05-29
- On market date
- 2026-05-29
- Original list price
- $449,900
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 32162 - Lady Lake/The Villages
- Listing AOR
- Orlando Regional
- Status changed
- 2026-05-29
- Tax legal description
- LOT 67 THE VILLAGES OF SUMTER UNIT NO 172 PB 10 PGS 18-18A
Flood risk
Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
From Lake Sumter Landing Market Square, head southeast and follow the roadway out to Lake Sumter Landing, then take the first exit at the roundabout onto Morse Boulevard. Continue on Morse Boulevard for approximately 2.7 miles, passing through three roundabouts. At the next roundabout, take the first exit onto Odell Circle and continue for 0.5 miles. Turn left onto Arvin Lane, then make an immediate left onto Mandrake Street. Follow Mandrake Street and bear slightly right onto Janwood Avenue. Turn right onto Folkstone Way, and the home at 897 Folkstone Way, The Villages, FL 32162 will be on your right.
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