2259 MARGARITA DRIVE, THE VILLAGES, FL, 32159
Active114 days on marketListed Apr 24, 2026MLS #OM723507
About this home
2259 MARGARITA DRIVE
MOTIVATED SELLER! This beautiful, neutral, spacious Catalina Model has been meticulously improved by the Owner. NO BOND! Great curb appeal includes a paved driveway/walkway, a large screened front porch, 2 car garage with motorized screened garage door, extended lanai, and maintenance free tiled flooring (no carpet)! RECENT MAJOR UPGRADES INCLUDE: Roof (8/22), HVAC (9/24), Master Bath Remodel includes a shower remodel (7/24), New Windows (10/25), Lawn (10/24), Epoxy Garage Floor (10/23)! Additional upgrades include a remodeled kitchen (with a pantry), quartz countertops, a beautiful, tiled backslash, plus soft close upgraded cabinets. There is a ceiling fan in both bedrooms. The SPLIT FLOOR PLAN has a guest bedroom and bath off the living room plus a pocket door that provides privacy for your guests. Home is located just minutes by car or Golf Cart from SPANISH SPRINGS, Pools, Tierra Del Sol Golf/Rec Center, El Santiago Golf/Rec center, numerous Country Clubs, the Polo Field, Hospitals, and major box retailers. TURN-KEY PACKAGE IS AVAILABLE.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,248
Sqft
0.13 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1998
Year built
One
Levels
$224
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$2,115 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,115/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+3.2%
$/sqft vs THE VILLAGES
$224 vs $250
Days on market
114 vs 49 typical
Where $224/sqft sits among the 215 homes for sale in THE VILLAGES
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside The Villages
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know The Villages. See the full The Villages guide →
THE VILLAGES 32159 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
30,846
Median age
68.7
Median income
$57,536
Median home value
$272,100
Avg household
1.83
Households w/ children
1,240
For the school run
Lake County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The The Villages market
$365K → $360K
The Villages median sold, yr/yr
96.8%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
119 of 215
THE VILLAGES have cut their price
Median sold price, The Villages, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 11% below the THE VILLAGES 32159 median. See the full The Villages market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 2259 MARGARITA DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$225,000
729 AGUA WAY · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,248 sqft · $180/sqft · 119 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$274,900
17635 SE 92ND GRANTHAM TERRACE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,237 sqft · $222/sqft · 69 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$255,000
521 SAN MARINO DRIVE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,192 sqft · $214/sqft · 127 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Steeve Cadeau
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 2259 MARGARITA DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 2259 MARGARITA DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
2259 MARGARITA DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 2259 MARGARITA DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,115/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 2259 MARGARITA DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,197. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 2259 MARGARITA DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in The Villages?+
At $279,900, this home is listed about 26% below the The Villages median of $379,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 2259 MARGARITA DRIVE?+
The Villages Elementary Of Lady Lake School (elementary), Carver Middle School (middle), Leesburg High School (high) — Lake County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the THE VILLAGES 32159 market on paper
$279,900 is 11% below the THE VILLAGES 32159 median of $314,734, and at $224/sqft it sits under the The Villages average of $267.
02Time on market is leverage
114 days on market against a The Villages median of 49 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $324,900, now $279,900 — a $45K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of SENIOR REALTY CONSULTANTS · Brian Meyerowitz. MLS #OM723507.
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