A Brief History

A Brief History

Entrepreneurs, Visionaries, and a Baseball Legend

How the Villages of Citrus Hills came to be is an interesting story and one we’re proud to tell, because it displays the vision and foresight of two entrepreneurs who shared a dream to develop a very unique master-planned community. That story began in the late 1960s.

Always on the lookout for new opportunities and challenges Citrus Hills co-founders Sam Tamposi, Sr. and Jerry Nash would traverse Florida in their twin DC-3 looking for the perfect location to create the community they had always envisioned. On one such excursion, they discovered acres of open land just miles from the Gulf. Sam and Jerry were captivated by the gently rolling hills, the mature live oaks covered in Spanish moss, and surprised because one just doesn’t expect to find land like this in Florida! 

They had discovered their new opportunity. Their community was to be thoughtfully planned, designed, and developed so that residents could enjoy a lifestyle unlike any other. Fast forward to the early 1980s and the Villages of Citrus Hills was becoming a reality.

Sam and Jerry enlisted Boston Red Sox legend, and avid fisherman, Ted Williams to assist in the marketing of the property to residents in the northeast, home of the Tamposi-Nash Company. Their fly-down program became exceptionally popular and generated thousands of buyers from New England, and beyond, throughout the 80s and early 90s.

Today the Villages of Citrus Hills is a testament to that vision. In our masterfully planned community, you’ll find incredible amenities, charming neighborhoods, and there are always a wealth of activities, events, and recreational opportunities in which to participate. Our resort-style living is unlike any other in central Florida. 

This privately held development is free of debt and financially sound. As a resident, you can be confident that membership and any home association fees are supporting the maintenance of the property. Since its inception, the developers have invested well over $100 million in infrastructure and amenities and new investment in those areas will continue.

Terms and Conditions:

No purchase necessary to enter or win. One (1) entry per tour will be provided upon completion of an in-person tour of The Villages of Citrus Hills between May 1, 2026 and July 15, 2026, regardless of the number of tours completed.
Prize consists of a trip for two (2) to the 2026 U.S. Open, including event tickets for one day of play, round-trip coach airfare, and standard hotel accommodations. Drawing will be held on or about July 17, 2026.
Winner will be notified via phone and/or email and must accept the prize within 5 days or an alternate winner may be selected. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received.
Travel dates, event tickets, and accommodations are subject to availability and may be determined at Citrus Hills’ sole discretion. Prize is non-transferable, has no cash alternative, and cannot be substituted except at sponsor’s discretion. Taxes, upgrades, and additional expenses not expressly included are the responsibility of the winner.
Employees, affiliates, and immediate family members are not eligible. Offer subject to change or termination at any time without notice. Additional terms may apply.
The US Open is a registered trademark of the United States Tennis Association. This promotion is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the USTA. 

Terms and conditions:

Offer valid on new construction homes purchased through Citrus Hills Construction with a fully executed purchase agreement between May 1, 2026 and May 31, 2026. Citrus Hills Construction will pay the buyer’s customary lender and title closing costs when the home is closed through Manatee Title, LLC. Closing costs must be verified by an official Closing Disclosure prepared by Manatee Title, LLC. Citrus Hills Construction will provide a credit at closing for eligible closing costs as reflected on the final settlement statement. Offer does not include prepaid items, property taxes, homeowners insurance, optional upgrades, or non-standard lender fees.
Offer is non-transferable and may not be combined with other incentives unless expressly approved in writing. Offer subject to change or termination at any time without notice. Additional terms and conditions may apply. See Sales Executive for details.

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