Summerfield
Marion County · Florida

Summerfield

Gated 55+ living on Ocala's south edge.

In Short

Summerfield, Florida is an unincorporated Marion County community of about 6,000 residents on Ocala's southern edge, best known for large gated 55+ neighborhoods like Del Webb Spruce Creek and Stonecrest. It offers Villages-adjacent living with lower HOA and property tax exposure.

Summerfield at a Glance
Population
~6,000
Typical price
$275K – $375K
ZIP codes
34491, 34492
County
Marion
School district
Marion County Public Schools
Drive to WEC
35–45 min
Drive to downtown Ocala
25–30 min
Drive to I-75
15–20 min
Overview

Summerfield is essentially a corridor of resort-style 55+ communities strung along US-441 between Belleview and The Villages. Golf, pickleball, and community amenities define daily life for most residents.

Lifestyle

Golf leagues, pickleball, community pools, resident-run clubs, and easy access to The Villages' Brownwood and Spanish Springs town squares.

Market Pulse

Most 55+ homes list between $275K and $400K, with premium models and pool homes reaching $500K+. Inventory turns steadily as snowbirds cycle in and out.

Neighborhoods within Summerfield
  • Del Webb Spruce Creek
  • Stonecrest
  • Spruce Creek South
  • Spruce Creek Preserve
Frequently Asked

About Summerfield, Florida

Is Summerfield, FL the same as The Villages?

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No. Summerfield is an unincorporated Marion County community just north of The Villages. Residents enjoy proximity to Villages amenities without living inside the CDD-funded Villages boundary.

What are the best 55+ communities in Summerfield?

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Del Webb Spruce Creek, Stonecrest, and Spruce Creek South are the largest and most established, all with golf, pools, and full clubhouse amenities.

How far is Summerfield from The Villages?

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5–10 minutes to the northern edge of The Villages via US-441.

Do you have to be 55+ to live in Summerfield?

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No - only inside age-restricted communities like Del Webb Spruce Creek. Summerfield overall has many all-ages neighborhoods as well.

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