2965 STEPPING STONE PATH
THE VILLAGES, FL 32163
About this home
Welcome to the Lantana floor plan at 2965 Stepping Stone Path, offering 2,123 square feet of spacious, beautifully appointed living in the highly desirable Village of Gilchrist. One of the home’s most impressive features is the three-car garage - an exceptional 866-square-foot space complemented by a large driveway and an electric garage-door screen for added comfort, airflow and versatility. Just beyond the main living areas, an in-ground spa with a gas heater provides a relaxing retreat with a peaceful peekaboo view of the pond. The travertine-tiled lanai and outdoor summer kitchen create an inviting setting for dining, entertaining and enjoying memorable evenings at home. Standout features continue throughout the property, including its desirable .21-acre corner lot, KitchenAid appliances, updated light fixtures, high ceilings, generously sized rooms and carpet-free flooring. The primary suite offers separate his-and-her sinks, a garden tub, a Roman shower and a custom closet organizer system designed to make excellent use of the generous storage. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining, this home offers a wonderful indoor-outdoor flow and a warm, polished atmosphere. Its open interiors feel bright and welcoming, while the outdoor spaces truly come alive at night - perfect for hosting friends, sharing dinner on the lanai or unwinding in the spa beneath the evening sky. Close to Evans Prairie and Bonifay Country Clubs, Brownwood Paddock Square, recreation, shopping, dining and nightly entertainment, this sought-after Gilchrist location puts the best of The Villages lifestyle within easy reach. With its exceptional garage space, upgraded finishes and impressive entertaining areas, 2965 Stepping Stone Path is a home designed to be enjoyed.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Living area
- 2,123 sqft
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl
- Features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor…
- Appliances
- Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan…
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 9,209 sqft (0.21 ac)
- Roof
- Shingle
- Construction
- Block
- Exterior
- Lighting, Outdoor Kitchen, Private Yard
Parking
- Garage
- 3 spaces
Financial
- Annual tax
- $6,973 (2025)
- Price / sqft
- $330/sqft
Utilities
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Propane
Property
- Property type
- Single Family
- Year built
- 2013
- Subdivision
- VILLAGES OF SUMTER
- County
- Sumter
Listing
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 3 days
- MLS #
- MFR802195152
- Source
- Stellar MLS
Listed by Lizzy Bell · LPT REALTY, LLC
Listing data provided by Stellar MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Sample estimate — not an appraisal
Based on 18 comparable sales within 4 miles of THE VILLAGES, FL, this home is priced over RENA ValiQ.
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Estimate your monthly cost
PITI + HOA- Principal & interest
- $3,540/mo
- Property tax
- $581/mo
- Home insurance
- $200/mo
Opens at 20% down over 30 years at 6.5%, the same assumptions as the answers below. Property tax is this listing's own bill; insurance is left out until you enter a quote, because Florida premiums turn on roof age, elevation and carrier. Every field is editable.
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Price history
From the property’s MLS record.
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2026 | Listed | $700,000 | — |
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