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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
Of the 17 55+ communities in Ocala, 17 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, 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 Stone Creek, JB Ranch, On Top of the World.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Ocala. Approximately 58.8% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Stone Creek is a gated communities with 3800 homes, and SummerGlen is another gated communities with 1024 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Ocala stay on the market for around 421 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $305,919, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in El Dorado average around $736,567, while homes in Ocala Palms average around $289,190.
48 communities near Ocala
2,072 homes near Ocala
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2 beds
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|1,156 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|1,952 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,036 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,233 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,640 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,436 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,156 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,549 sq ft
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4 beds
|2 baths
|2,044 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|978 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,160 sq ft
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2 beds
|3 baths
|1,700 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,669 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,822 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,927 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,392 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,753 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,621 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,636 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,628 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,632 sq ft
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4 beds
|5 baths
|3,886 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,938 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,946 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,768 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,927 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|986 sq ft
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3 beds
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|1,381 sq ft
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2 beds
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|1,581 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 17 55+ communities in Ocala, 17 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, 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 Stone Creek, JB Ranch, On Top of the World.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Ocala. Approximately 58.8% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Stone Creek is a gated communities with 3800 homes, and SummerGlen is another gated communities with 1024 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Ocala stay on the market for around 421 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $305,919, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in El Dorado average around $736,567, while homes in Ocala Palms average around $289,190.
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