A mix of countryside and waterfront living in Reddick-McIntosh
Reddick-McIntosh is a sprawling rural community on the western shore of Orange Lake. The area is historically known for its citrus cultivation and has retained its secluded, rustic character. "All walks of life come to live here. Cost of living is pretty affordable and perfect for people looking for more room," says EXP Realtor Joe Brown. Locals live in home communities along rural roads along the lakeshore, steps away from everything the surrounding countryside has to offer.
Fishing on Orange Lake and swinging for the hills at Grand Lake Golf C
Proximity to Orange Lake and the vast open country gives locals plenty of opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. "There's plenty of fishing and hunting to do. People like being out here in God's country," says EXP Realtor Joe Brown. Locals enjoy the rural scenery during the hunting seasons, and warmer temperatures bring more kayaking and water sports like jet skiing and swimming in Orange Lake. Public boat launches give locals places to launch dinghies and fishing boats. Golf enthusiasts can practice their backswing at Grand Lake Golf Course, which offers rolling fairways for golfers of all skill levels. Flemington Community Park offers shaded playgrounds, picnic areas and paved walking trails under hanging Spanish moss in the tranquil forest.
Rural estates, typical suburban homes and mobile home communities
The community offers locals the serenity of the countryside while having freeway access to major cities. Locals prefer the space Reddick-McIntosh's homes afford, featuring a range of established manufactured homes, stunning historic estates and homes with acres of farmland. Prices tend to go up in relation to the size of the home lot, with large mansions and homes with over 10 acres from $579,000 to as high as $3.9 million. More traditional manufactured and ranch-style houses run from $100,000 to as much as $450,000.
Eating seafood on the waterfront Eagles Nest after driving into town
The neighborhood has some basic convenience and dollar stores offering household essentials. Still, most locals head further up US Highway 27 and I-75 for grocery shopping. There are also a handful of local restaurants along the waterfront and major roads. Locals enjoy lakeside dining at Eagles Nest Bar & Grill, which specializes in seafood and American fare.
High marks at Marion County Public Schools
Public school students are served by the Marion County Public Schools district, beginning their academic journeys at primary schools like Reddick-Collier Elementary. This school has an overall C-plus Niche rating and teaches from pre-kindergarten to fifth grade. Students move on to intermediate and secondary institutions like North Marion Middle and High School. Both schools have at least an overall C-plus rating according to Niche. North Marion High School has excellent athletic programs that have graduated players for NFL teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers and Miami Dolphins.
Easy access to I-75 and Highway 27
Country roads and connecting roadways are the main avenues in and around the neighborhood, and travel mainly depends on cars and trucks. Major roadways like I-75 and US Highway 27 run north to south through the neighborhood, and locals are within 25 miles of Gainesville to the north and Ocala to the south.
