Watch horses race in a recreational Florida suburb
Southeast Ocala mixes historic charm and modern comfort with access to parks, a hip dining scene and high-ranking public schools. “We have everything you need, but it still feels like a small town,” says Brandon Perry, a Realtor with Newgate Realty LLC, who has been selling homes in the area for a decade. According to Perry, people move here because of the weather, but also because of the lack of state taxes. “The cost of living is significantly less than in areas closer to the beach,” he says. The area is known as the horse capital of the world and has about 600 horse farms in the area. Ocala is home to the World Equestrian Center — Ocala, which hosts horse races, beauty pageants and other community events like an Easter celebration. “There’s lots of outdoor activity in Florida, but especially in Ocala,” Perry says.
Many Southeast Ocala homes enjoy the privacy and natural buffer of mature trees.
A beautiful aerial view of SE Ocala.
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Historic homes in Southeast Ocala
The majority of Southeast Ocala homes are midcentury brick ranch-style houses and traditional concrete block homes ranging from $250,000 to $500,000. Larger Spanish Revivals on spacious lawns range from $400,000 to $650,000. Southeast Ocala also encompasses the Ocala Historic District, where homebuyers will find a variety of architecture from 1880 to 1930, including Victorian homes with ornate porch details, 1920s bungalows and Queen Anne homes with cross-gabled roofs. These homes range from $800,000 to $2 million.
A row of historic Victorian two story homes in SE Ocala near the Historic District.
A beautiful blue two story historic Victorian style home in SE Ocala.
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Jervey Gantt Park, Ocala Nature Park
Southeast Ocala also offers neighborhood and pocket parks, including Fisher Park, Walker Park and Carriage Hill Playground. Jervey Gantt Park is the go-to outdoor destination for athletes, with four T-ball fields, basketball, volleyball, racquetball and tennis courts, as well as an aquatics center. Residents can take their fur babies to nearby Letty Towles Dog Park. For indoor sports and activities, residents visit the Frank DeLuca YMCA Family Center. Outdoor enthusiasts seek a more relaxing experience by heading to Ocala Nature Park to sit on the dock hanging over the man-made pond. Here, they spy on turtles below the water or watch flocks of white ibises hover overhead. Golfers can tee off at nearby Ocala Golf Club, a public course featuring 18 holes of gentle sloping fairways and white sand bunkers.
FAST in Southeast Ocala offers classes from novice to competitive level swimming.
Stroll the pathways or feed new friends at Polly Palmer Park in Southeast Ocala.
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Well-regarded schools in Marion County
Marion County Public Schools serves children in the area, with a B from Niche. Young kids may attend Dr. N.H. Jones Elementary, which receives an A-minus. Children have the option of moving on to Osceola Middle School, which earns a B-plus. The school has many career-based programs like the Future Business Leaders of America and the Future Farmers of America. Students can advance to West Port High School, which earns an A-minus and offers four magnet programs, including the Marion County Center for the Arts, the only visual and performing arts magnet program in the county.
Osceola Middle School is a public school serving 963 students in grades 6-8.
West Port High School is a highly rated, public school serving 2,825 students in grades 9-12.
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Saturday market at Ocala Drive-In
Families can have a fun day at Skate A Way South, a colorful, retro-style rink that’s one of only two skating rinks in all of Ocala. On the weekends, people head to the Ocala Drive-in Theatre to watch classic movies in a vintage setting. It's open to the public seven days a week, all year round, including holidays. The same area transforms into the Ocala Downtown Market on Saturday mornings, where residents can enjoy live music and local vendors, and purchase fresh produce.
When you are in Southeast Ocala
you are just minutes away from all downtown has to offer.
Every Saturday near Southwest Ocala the Downtown Market comes alive with food, crafts and goods.
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Commuting on State Route 464
When residents aren’t riding horses through paved trails, they’ll be driving on Florida State Route 464 — typically referred to as Southeast Maricamp Road — to reach work and other desired destinations. Major employers in the area include the HCA Florida Maricamp Emergency, the HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and the HCA Florida West Marion Hospital. This medical system brings in many out-of-state doctors who have been recruited to work in the area, according to Perry. Commuters reach work through the public bus, with convenient stops throughout the area. The Ocala International Airport is just 7 miles away.
Southeast Ocala residents can utilize SR-464 to get where they need to go.
SR-464 provides easy access to retail and dining options in Southeast Ocala.
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Dine on pizza and pasta, shop at Paddock Mall
Most shopping is concentrated along Silver Springs Boulevard to the north and on Pine Avenue or College Road to the west. Residents will find Target, Home Depot, Sam’s Club and the Paddock Mall. For a morning pick-me-up, people stop by Symmetry Coffee Company for specialty coffee and hand-crafted crepes. Funky and hip Blue Highway, a local favorite, dishes out specialty pizzas, calzones and pasta. With Downtown Ocala within walking distance, residents can visit any of downtown’s fine dining restaurants, such as Katya Vineyards. Featuring an extensive wine list, this rustic-chic establishment serves high-end entrees — such as filet mignon and crab stuffed lobster tail — alongside personalized wine pairings.
Blue Highway Pizzeria a local favorite in SE Ocala.
Southeast Ocala residents can have their retail needs covered at Paddock Mall.
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Parks in this Area
M.O.M.S Memorial Park
Ritterhoff Park
Clyatt Park
Letty Towles Dog Park
S. Stanley Malever Nature Park
Fisher Park
Brick City Park
Jervey Gantt Park
Scott Springs Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southeast Ocala
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Southeast Ocala Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southeast Ocala, Ocala sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Southeast Ocala, Ocala over the last 12 months is $343,500, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
25,913
Median Age
41
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,445
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,390
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.9%
Advanced Degrees
15.8%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
46°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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