Villa City, Florida
Villa City | |
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Ghost town | |
Country | United States |
State | Florida |
Villa City is a former community in Lake County, Florida that is now a ghost town. It was a citrus growing area in the late 19th century with dozens of homes and a post office until it got hit by a hard freeze in February 1895. A historical marker is located in the area commemorating Villa City. There is also a Villa City Road.
Villa City was founded by George T. King of Massachusetts. [1] A master plan for a new community in the area has been developed. [2] [3]
Its coordinates are 28°37.1'N 81°51.1'W.