Perched between Gainesville and Orlando in sunny Central Florida, the city of Ocala combines the ambience of the Old South with the action of Florida’s resorts and amusements. With the Gulf Coast to the west and Daytona Beach to the east, a short drive in any direction offers a great experience. Zip code 34481 is home to much of Florida’s thoroughbred industry, where ranches and stables are connected by tree-lined streets in a charming Southern style.
As the local economy grows, new neighborhoods and communities offer homes with a variety of features. Ocala recognizes that Florida is a popular retirement destination, so builders such as Shea Homes and On Top of the World Communities have tailored much of their new construction to active seniors looking to thoroughly enjoy their golden years. You don’t have to be retired to enjoy the area, though! Del Webb’s Stone Creek neighborhood has no age restrictions and provides residents with a club house, community center, and even a golf course on site.
Families with children in Ocala find themselves in the Marion County School District, the 2016 recipient of several awards from SUNSPRA, the Sunshine State School Public Relations Association. Residents in the 34481 zip code have access to the highest rated school in the area, Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary School.
Besides the nearby beaches and Orlando’s multitude of theme parks, Ocala has plenty of activities for people who want to stay in town. Silver Springs, Florida’s oldest tourist attraction, includes a park, a museum, and an amusement park of its own. Golf courses are plentiful, and restaurants offer a variety of culinary styles. Savor some fish at Harry’s Seafood, go for tapas at Pi on Broadway, or head to SKY Asian Fusion for a unique and tasty dish. In the evenings, grab some drinks at Nowhere Bar or catch a show at the Ocala Drive-in Movie Theater.
With a range of homes from ranch style to two-story options in multiple neighborhoods, Ocala has the perfect place for you. Find a small, one bedroom and one bathroom home or a sprawling five bed, four bath structure. Go simple or showy with homes from under 1,500 square feet to over 3,650 and prices ranging from less than mid 100s to 400s. Get a walk-in closet, covered lanai, or extra-large three car garage, as your heart desires.
Come to Ocala for its proximity to fun and games and stay for its Southern charm in the dream home that we will find for you. NewHomeSource has everything you need to find the floorplans and features for your ideal home.
