A major new residential project proposed along County Road 466A — tentatively named Vita Serena — has the potential to shift the development landscape around The Villages. If approved, the 95.35-acre community would introduce more than 400 new housing units, driving fresh demand for retail, commercial uses, and long-term investment opportunities throughout the corridor.
Project Overview: What’s Being Proposed
Vita Serena’s planned program includes:
- 410 housing units total, composed of
- 155 single-family homes on 40-ft lots
- 101 single-family homes on 50-ft lots
- 154 villa/duplex units on 35-ft lots
- Approx. 4.3 units per acre, well under the zoning maximum of 8 units per acre
- Four contiguous parcels on the north side of CR 466A, west of Micro Racetrack Road
- Annexation into Fruitland Park, with one parcel already within city limits
- Rezoning to Planned Unit Development (PUD) under Fruitland Park jurisdiction
- A future land-use designation aligned with surrounding properties, including commercial high intensity and multifamily medium density
The Fruitland Park Planning & Zoning Board is expected to review the proposal on December 18, 2025, making the upcoming approval process pivotal to the project’s timeline.
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- Aerial map of CR 466A corridor / Fruitland Park area
- Example PUD site-plan illustration (generic or conceptual)
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How Vita Serena May Impact The Villages Region
Housing Supply & Population Growth
With more than 400 new homes, Vita Serena adds meaningful residential density near The Villages’ southern edge. This influx of households is expected to support:
- Increased spending at local retail centers
- Additional demand for medical, dining, and service-based businesses
- Strengthening traffic patterns that benefit pad-site and outparcel development
Retail & Service Demand Ripple Effects
A project of this scale reliably drives demand for everyday amenities such as:
- Grocery and convenience retail
- Quick-service and sit-down restaurants
- Medical offices and urgent care
- Personal services (salons, fitness, pet care, etc.)
Land and outparcels along CR 466A could become more attractive to developers and tenants looking to position themselves near new consumer hubs.
Upside for Landowners & Developers
If the rezoning and annexation are approved, nearby parcels may appreciate due to:
- Expanded development potential
- Increased investor interest
- Higher probability of ground-lease or build-to-suit tenants seeking proximity to new rooftops
Early-entry buyers in the corridor may see long-term value growth as commercial activity follows residential expansion.
Infrastructure & Zoning Readiness
The shift into Fruitland Park’s PUD zoning could streamline infrastructure planning, allowing:
- More modern roadway connectivity
- Coordinated utility and stormwater management
- Predictable entitlements compared with piecemeal county oversight
This lowers long-term operational and development risks…