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Ocala, FL 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Ocala
Ocala is a city in Marion County which is part of the northern region of Florida. It’s one of only five cities allowed under Chamber of Commerce guidelines to use the title…
Ocala is a city in Marion County which is part of the northern region of Florida. It’s one of only five cities allowed under Chamber of Commerce guidelines to use the title “Horse Capital of the World.” It's known for its low cost of living and outdoor recreation, making it popular with homebuyers looking for 55+ communities in Ocala. It's great for retirees who want access to Florida's coastal cities, but don't want the costs they bring.
Ocala Climate & Geography
The two distinct seasons that are found in Ocala are the dry season (October-May) and the wet season (June-September). During the dry season temperatures range from the low 30s to high 70s. However the wet season includes higher humidity and temperatures from the low 70s to the high 90s.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment in Ocala
Ocala hosts one of the largest horse shows in the country, Horses in the Sun. Horse lovers can check this event out in addition to visiting The Gypsy Gold Farm. Additionally people can take a tour with Farm Tours of Ocala where they’re able to pet and feed beautiful horses.
There are many parks to explore nature, especially during the dry season. Sholom Park, Silver Springs River, Silver Springs State Park, Alexander Springs, Santos - Belleview Trail, and Tuscawilla Park are all popular.
There are many places for food and wine lovers including Katya Vineyards, The Corkscrew Winery, and Ocala Food Walks. During the weekends rcheck out the Ocala Downtown Market, Ocala Farm Market, and the Circle Square Commons Farmers Market.
Ocala Cost of Living & Taxes
The median home value in Ocala is just above the national median. Social Security and other retirement income is not taxed since Florida is one of the states with no income tax.
The Florida law caps increases in a home’s assessed value for full time residents at 3 percent a year or the CPI, whichever is lower.
Ocala Health Care
There are six hospitals and medical centers within Ocala. They are Vines Hospital, AdventHealth Ocala, Ocala Regional Medical Center, The Centers-Marion, and HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Ocala.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Ocala, there are 6 large communities with over 1000 homes, 5 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and 6 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Ocala has 56 homes, the largest has 10000 homes, and the average communities consists of 1553 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Ocala. The most recent communities started in Ocala include Liberty Village, JB Ranch, Ocala Preserve. There are also 7 communities in Ocala that offer new construction homes, including Marco Polo Village, Ocala Preserve, Liberty Village.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Ocala. Approximately 58.8% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Ocala Preserve is a gated communities with 1800 homes, and El Dorado is another gated communities with 56 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Ocala stay on the market for around 358 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $308,226, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in El Dorado average around $772,371, while homes in Ocala Palms average around $297,105.
48 communities near Ocala
2,055 homes near Ocala
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2 beds
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|1,342 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,978 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,258 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,612 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,601 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,969 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,553 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,094 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,766 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,469 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,837 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,121 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,416 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,893 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,434 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,493 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,584 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,392 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,344 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,104 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,146 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,165 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,188 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,246 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|2,475 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,256 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,654 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,974 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,598 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,620 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,963 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|1,923 sq ft
|Townhouse
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,078 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Ocala, there are 6 large communities with over 1000 homes, 5 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and 6 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Ocala has 56 homes, the largest has 10000 homes, and the average communities consists of 1553 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Ocala. The most recent communities started in Ocala include Liberty Village, JB Ranch, Ocala Preserve. There are also 7 communities in Ocala that offer new construction homes, including Marco Polo Village, Ocala Preserve, Liberty Village.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Ocala. Approximately 58.8% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Ocala Preserve is a gated communities with 1800 homes, and El Dorado is another gated communities with 56 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Ocala stay on the market for around 358 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $308,226, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in El Dorado average around $772,371, while homes in Ocala Palms average around $297,105.
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