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A historic, walkable community with several restaurants and parks
Downtown Ocala is an embodiment of Old Florida. The community got its name from an early indigenous tribe, Timucuan, who named their village "Ocali," meaning "Big Hammock." It started to develop in the 1840s as the first commercial center in Marion County. However, after a big fire in 1883, the town had to take some time to redevelop significantly. Today, it's a vibrant National Register Historic District with several of its original late 19th and early 20th century buildings. Its walkable, busy streets are lined with local businesses and bright murals that intersect historic centers, blending history and modernity. "Downtown Ocala is a very calm community," says Realtor Delaney Mellucci of the Truluck Team at Sellstate Next Generation Realty. "You get a big city vibe in a small town with all sorts of events. In fact, there's an event by the Square almost every month."
Downtown Ocala has a bustling city center surrounded by a variety of home styles.
Downtown Ocala is a neighbor to Silver Springs, home of the glass bottom kayaks and boats.
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Locals live in historic Victorians and bungalows
Downtown Ocala's historic district is a blend of small businesses and residences that date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Buyers will find Victorians, four squares with brick and stone facades and bungalows with wide verandas and tin roofs. Since houses are a bit older, many have been renovated. Some maintain their original fixtures, including wood cabinetry, ornate crown moldings and built-ins. There are also some townhomes along Watula Avenue that cost $800,000. Bigger, 3,000-square-foot homes can cost close to $600,000, while smaller, 1,100-square-foot homes can cost as low as $250,000. Downtown Ocala streets are walkable and covered with mossy oaks.
Many homes date back to the early 1900's in Downtown Ocala.
This charming Downtown Ocala row of homes neatly line the sidewalk.
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A day at the Square or browsing the Art Park at Tuscawilla
Ocala's Historic Downtown Square is the center of the community and a beacon of local events, like First Friday Art Walks and live music every Friday and Saturday. Benches, manicured trees and a small walking path surround the Square's octagonal center. And during Christmas, it lights up with the help of the towering Christmas tree. Locals also enjoy the outdoors at Tuscawilla Park, which features a children's playground, tennis and basketball courts and several picnic areas. Tuscawilla's paved trail meets the park's central lake, which has dancing fountains and meandering ducks. Locals also stroll through Tuscawilla's Art Park, enjoying ornate art displays that scatter two acres. Or residents head to Tuscawilla Park's Reilly Arts Center, home to the Ocala Symphony Orchestra. The center is home to various dynamic musical productions, with 700 available seats.
Downtown Ocala is a small historic city located in Central Florida.
Downtown Ocala is sprinkled with art throughout the neighborhood.
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Hopping into Harry's or browsing the weekend market
Several restaurants and markets with various goods and flavors scatter Downtown Ocala's. Locals start their day with high-quality espresso beverages and fresh-made breakfast items at The Gathering Café. For lunch and dinner, options abound. Ivy on the Square's rustic yet antique aesthetic features a full bar and sandwich options, like fried green tomato BLTs. Brick City Southern Kitchen and Whiskey Bar is a low-key spot where locals sip whiskey and enjoy the rich barbecue. Harry's Seafood Bar and Grille is a well-known Ocala hit in a high-traffic area across the Square, known for its red beans and rice with smoked sausage. "There's often music in the Square on the weekends, so locals waiting for their table can walk to the Square to hang out and listen to music," Mellucci says. Locals who want to make a meal at home can grab locally sourced produce on Saturdays at Ocala Downtown Market. "The market is packed on the weekends, and you can get standard produce, but several vendors are selling personalized merchandise." And a Publix is off 17th Street, offering big-box options.
Harry's Seafood in Downtown Ocala features New Orleans-inspired fare.
The Downtown Market happens every Saturday in Downtown Ocala.
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Kids attend top-rated Marion County Schools
Kids growing up in Downtown Ocala attend Marion County Public Schools, which earned an overall B on Niche. Many students kickstart their education at Eighth Street Elementary School, which has a student-to-teacher ratio of 16-to-1 and earned an A-minus on Niche. Students progress to Osceola Middle School, which Niche gave a B-plus and ranked as the best public middle school in Marion County. Students head to Vanguard High School to earn their degrees. The high school hosts the Future Educators Academy, designed for students interested in a career in education. Niche gave the high school an overall A-minus.
Eighth Street Elementary School is a public school with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1.
Vanguard High School is a public school serving 1,596 students in grades 9-12.
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Navigating Ocala
While Downtown Ocala is a walkable neighborhood, it's served by the SunTran bus system. The nearest commercial airport is Gainesville Regional Airport, about 45 miles north. HCA Florida Ocala Hospital is just south if locals need a doctor.
There are a variety of shops, restaurants and amenities in Downtown Ocala.
The SunTran provides public transportation in Downtown Ocala and the surrounding areas.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown Ocala
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
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Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Ocala Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Ocala, Ocala sell after 284 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Ocala, Ocala over the last 12 months is $352,000, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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