Virtually Staged. Beautifully Upgraded St. James Patio Villa available for lease in one of the most desirable and centrally located neighborhoods in The Villages! Perfectly situated between Lake Sumter Landing and Brownwood Paddock Square, you'll enjoy being just minutes from nightly live entertainment, restaurants, shopping, golf, recreation centers, medical facilities, and everything along CR 466 and CR 466A. This lovely 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home offers luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout (NO carpet), an open and airy floor plan, neutral paint colors, an enclosed lanai, attractive stacked stone accent wall, and a spacious front patio that's perfect for relaxing or visiting with friendly neighbors. The generous primary suite features a large walk-in closet and en-suite bath with step-in shower, while the second bedroom easily accommodates a queen bedroom set with additional space for a desk, making it ideal as both a guest room and home office. The oversized 1½-car garage provides room for your vehicle plus additional storage or your own golf cart (golf cart not included). Home is being offered UNFURNISHED (furniture shown in photos has been virtually staged for marketing purposes only). Landlord pays sewer, water, trash, exterior maintenance, and pest control. Tenant is responsible for electric, water filter replacement cartridges, and cable/internet if desired. A one-time $50 Resident ID Card fee is payable directly to The Villages. One well-behaved dog may be considered with landlord approval and a $350 non-refundable pet fee per dog. Sorry, no cats or birds. Available July 1, 2026. One-year lease minimum required. Monthly rent is $2,250. First month's rent, last month's rent, a $2,250 security deposit, a $350 cleaning fee, and applicable pet fee(s) are required at lease signing and/or to remove the home from the rental market.