Ocala, FL Real Estate

Picturesque Ocala, Florida is located among beautiful horse farms, the timeless Silver Springs Attraction that is known for its glass-bottom boats, and the majestic Ocala Forest. Superbly sited, Ocala is located approximately 80 miles from tourist-popular Orlando that has many great restaurants, shopping, and theme parks including Disney World, Universal Studios, and Sea World. Just minutes to Interstate 75 and just over one hour to the wonderful waves of the Gulf of Mexico, Ocala is a growing community that has been able to maintain its hometown atmosphere.

Part of Marion County, Ocala has many recreational activities throughout its historic town. Some of the many opportunities to relax and enjoy the Florida sun include aquatic fun centers with swimming pools and water slides; outdoor nature education programs for children and adults; a tennis center; several nature and walking trails; fishing; camping; basketball courts; racquetball courts; football fields; picnic pavilions; a dog park; a youth football league; and so much more. Golf enthusiasts will truly enjoy Ocala’s numerous golf courses including the Ocala Golf Club that boasts an 18-hole course, a putting green, day and night driving ranges, a clubhouse, and rental hall. The Ocala Forest is one of the most visited forests in the United States. The Ocala Forest offers many refreshing springs including Juniper Springs, Alexander Springs, Salt Springs, and Silver Glen Springs. Fishing, snorkeling, and camping are all favorite pass times of residents and tourists alike.

Marion County is one of the fastest growing areas of the United States. Friendly people, the perfect combination of city and country life, and variety and affordability of housing draws people from all over the country to share in the year-round Florida sun. While surrounded by pristine natural Florida, a reminder of historic Florida, that is also visible in Ocala’s historic district with quaint streets and exquisite Victorian and Tudor homes. Ocala is also looking forward with nearby suburbs of newer developments of single-family homes, condos, townhouses, and apartments. If you are seeking your piece of paradise in the country, Ocala has what you are looking for. Whether it is newly built country communities, farm houses, horse farms, or grand estates Ocala has it all. The price of a single-family home in Ocala is around $200,000 to $240,000. Rural estates start with a price tag of around $450,000 and up.

Marion County has 47 public elementary schools, nine middle schools, and seven high schools. Two charter schools are also located in Marion County as well as one exceptional student education program. Nearby colleges and universities include Central Florida Community College, Webster College, and Webster University.