- 2 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,369 sq ft
8720 Sw 97th St F, Ocala, FL, 34481
Community: On Top of the World
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Home type
Villa
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Year built
1987
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Lot size
2,126 sq ft
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Price per sq ft
$110
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Taxes
$1167 / Yr
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HOA fees
$494 / Mo
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Last updated
Today
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Views
26
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Overview
Welcome to this spacious Birmingham Model END UNIT Villa, designed for comfortable, easy living in a vibrant 55+ community. This beautiful home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a 2-car tandem garage, all thoughtfully crafted with luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout—no thresholds for smooth transitions. Nestled on a charming, tree-lined street near the heart of the community, this move-in ready villa immediately invites you to relax on the large porch—a perfect spot for morning coffee or evening unwinding. Inside, the freshly painted interior and bright, sunlit spaces create a welcoming atmosphere. The Great Room easily accommodates both living and dining areas, with plenty of natural light filling this end unit. The guest bedroom, located at the front, features a large closet and is separated from the peaceful primary suite by a guest bath with elegant tile and comfort-height fixtures. The primary suite offers privacy at the back of the home, complete with a spacious walk-in closet and an en suite bath featuring a walk-in glass shower and comfort-height toilet. Cooking and entertaining are a joy in the "U"-shaped kitchen, equipped with upgraded cabinets, ample countertop space, a stylish custom backsplash, BRAND-NEW high-end appliances, a window over the sink, and a built-in desk. The adjacent family room creates a cozy gathering spot, while the finished Florida room opens to serene green space views on two sides—ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Step outside to the paver patio, perfect for grilling and outdoor enjoyment. The 2-car tandem garage extends the full depth of the home, offering ample room for your vehicle and golf cart, plus an added buffer for privacy. Convenient laundry is located inside the garage for easy access. HVAC 2010 & WINDOWS 2018. This home perfectly combines comfort, style, and practicality in a community made for your active, maintenance-free lifestyle. Experience worry-free living with a monthly HOA fee that covers so much more than you’d expect. Enjoy Basic Spectrum Cable, irrigation water, roof repairs, exterior painting every seven years, comprehensive exterior maintenance and insurance, landscaping, trash and recycling services, and 24/7 monitored gated security—all designed for your peace of mind. Indulge in an active, vibrant lifestyle with amenities perfect for those 55 and better. Dive into one of four inviting pools—including the BRAND NEW Summitt outdoor pool and a cozy indoor pool. Stay fit in two state-of-the-art fitness centers or try your hand at pickleball on both covered and uncovered courts. Fun continues with billiards, an archery range, multiple dog parks, corn hole, bocce ball, tennis, shuffleboard, and horseshoes. For hobby enthusiasts, there's a woodworking shop available, plus a library and over 175 clubs to join. This golf cart-friendly community offers easy access to nearby shopping centers and is ideally situated just 20 minutes from the World Equestrian Center. You’re also a convenient drive from four cruise ports, airports, plus the vibrant entertainment hubs of Orlando and Tampa. Discover active, comfortable living designed just for you.
Interior
Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms
- Total bathrooms: 2
- Full baths: 2
Laundry
- In Garage
Cooling
- Central Air
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Features
- Attic Ventilator, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Levels
- One
Size
- 1,369 sq ft
Exterior
Private Pool
- No
Patio & Porch
- Covered, Front Porch
Roof
- Shingle
Garage
- Attached
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Driveway
- Garage Door Opener
- Ground Level
- Off Street
Carport
- None
Year Built
- 1987
Lot Size
- 0.05 acres
- 2,126 sq ft
Waterfront
- No
Water Source
- None
Sewer
- Public Sewer
Community Info
HOA Information
- Association Fee: $494
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Elevators, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Maintenance, Optional Additional Fees, Park, Pickleball, Playground, Pool, Racquetball, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s), Common Area Taxes, Pool(s), Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Recreation Facilities, Trash
Taxes
- Annual amount: $1,166.83
- Tax year: 2025
Senior Community
- Yes
Features
- Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Carts Permitted, Golf, Park, Playground, Pool, Racquetball, Restaurant, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights
Location
- City: Ocala
- County/Parrish: Marion
- Township: 16S
Listing courtesy of: Patti Doty, RE/MAX FOXFIRE - HWY200/103 S, 352-479-0123
MLS ID: OM729700
Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Aug 08, 2026, 03:48am PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.
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Community Key Facts
Age Restrictions
- 55+
Amenities & Lifestyle
- See On Top of the World amenities
- See On Top of the World clubs, activities, and classes
Homes in Community
- Total Homes: 10,000
- Home Types: Single-Family, Attached
Gated
- Yes
Construction
- Construction Dates: 1981 - Present
- Builder: On Top of the World Communities, On Top Of The World
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The following amenities are available to On Top of the World - Ocala, FL residents:
- Clubhouse/Amenity Center
- Golf Course
- Restaurant
- Fitness Center
- Indoor Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Aerobics & Dance Studio
- Card Room
- Arts & Crafts Studio
- Woodworking Shop
- Ballroom
- Library
- Billiards
- Walking & Biking Trails
- Tennis Courts
- Pickleball Courts
- Bocce Ball Courts
- Shuffleboard Courts
- Horseshoe Pits
- Softball/Baseball Field
- Basketball Court
- Gardening Plots
- Continuing Education Center
- Demonstration Kitchen
- Outdoor Patio
- Pet Park
- Steam Room/Sauna
- Racquetball Courts
- Picnic Area
- On-site Retail
- Multipurpose Room
- Misc.
- Locker Rooms
- Golf Shop/Golf Services/Golf Cart Rentals
There are plenty of activities available in On Top of the World. Here is a sample of some of the clubs, activities and classes offered here.
- 100 Grandparents
- Alpha Investment Group
- American Jewish Club
- Aqua Belles
- Arbor Club
- Arbor Tennis Club
- Avalon Social Club
- Ballet Club
- Basketball
- Billiard Club
- Bocce Ball
- Bowling
- Bridge Practice
- Bunco
- Bundicious Chicks
- Bus Ocala Run
- Candler Hills Men's Golf Assoc.
- Car Scanner Decals
- Cardio Mix
- Cards
- Caribbean Club
- Casino Nights
- Ceramics Class
- Cert
- Chess
- Chorus
- Chorus Concert
- Community Patrol
- Computer Club
- Continuing Education Classes
- Craft Fairs
- D'Clowns
- DBD Classes
- Dance
- Dancin' on the Top
- Dancing Singles
- Day Trips
- Decorating Committee
- Democratic Club
- Dominoes
- Embroidery Chicks
- Entertainment on the Town Square
- Expos
- Family History
- Farmers Markets
- French Club
- Fresh-air Fitness
- Game Night
- Garden Club
- Genealogical Society
- General Frances Stamp Club
- Get Acquainted Coffee
- Girls Night Out
- Glow Bunco
- Golf
- Greyhound Club
- Happy Hour
- High Tea
- Hoofin it for Hospice
- Hoosier Club
- Horseshoes
- Illinois Club
- Indigo Social Club
- Irish Club
- Italian/American Club
- Karaoke Friends
- Kickboxing
- Kingdom of the Sun
- Knit Witts
- Ladies Golf
- Lambda
- Library
- Lifelong Learning
- Line Dancing
- Men's Golf
- Miniature Golf
- Model Railroaders
- Monday Night Bridge
- Music Concerts
- NY/NJ Club
- Native Plant Group
- Neighbors of Windsor
- New England Club
- Original Karaoke Group
- Painting
- Pickleball
- RC Flyers
- Racquetball
- Rags to Riches Sale
- Red Hatters
- Republican Club
- SPCA
- Sail Away Cruise Club
- Scandinavian/American Club
- Sewing
- Sewing Bees
- Shuffleboard
- Shuffleboard Club
- Shutterbugs Photo Group
- Side Kick Western Dance Club
- Singles Club
- Snowbird Club
- Softball
- Southern Club
- Square Dancing
- Stamp Club
- Sunshine Quilters
- Sunshine Singers
- Tai Chi
- Talent Shows
- Tall Tale Traveler's
- Teachers Club
- Tennis
- Theatre Group
- Travel Toppers
- Unique Birders
- Veterans Club
- Visually Impaired Support Group
- Women of the World
- Wood Carving
- Woodworking
- Yoga



