Explore Sumter County, Florida

Sumter County blends Florida’s historic charm with one of the nation’s best-known active-adult destinations, The Villages. Beyond the golf-cart lifestyle, you’ll find peaceful rural communities, small-town main streets, and quick access to Orlando and Tampa. Whether you’re seeking a lively retirement community or open space to build, Sumter County offers options for every pace of life.

Highlights

* The Villages—world-class amenities and golf-cart convenience

* Quiet rural towns with room to spread out

* Central location with easy access to I-75 and Florida’s Turnpike

* Local events, markets, and outdoor recreation year-round


 

Some Quick Answers and Links

Which towns and cities are in Sumter County?

Bushnell, Center Hill, Coleman, Webster, and Wildwood, plus the master-planned community of The Villages (Sumter portion).

What’s the local lifestyle like?

Sumter County offers a unique mix of lifestyles. Residents enjoy everything from The Villages’ golf-cart convenience and recreation centers to quiet rural living with farms, open land, and small-town gatherings. Outdoor activities, local markets, and year-round festivals make it easy to stay active.