$337,000
SOLD MAR 30, 2026
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,781 Sq Ft
8,712 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 30, 2026

$189 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

127 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • In Ground Pool
  • Gated Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Active Adult
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

As of March 2026

Now showing in Ocala FL - WELCOME TO THIS GORGEOUS POOL HOME IN THE HIGHLEY DESIRABLE GATED COMMUNITY KNOWN AS OCALA PALMS GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB. It’s time to enjoy your new Florida lifestyle in this gorgeous home known as the PONYTAIL PALM. The Ponytail Palm is an EXCEEDINGLY RARE AND UNIQUE FIND. There is no other home in Ocala Palms like this gorgeous one as this home is selling as a TURNKEY HOME. EVERYTHING YOU SEE INSIDE THIS HOME IS INCLUDED. ALL OF THE FURNITURE, FLAT SCREEN TV’S, ELECTRIC FIREPLACE, WALL ART, CRYSTAL, GLASSES, DISHWARE, SILVERWARE, ESPRESSO-CAPPUCCINO MACHINE, POTS PANS, LINENS, AND THE WORKS. This home has a MAIN HOUSE AND A SEPARATE GUEST SUITE WITH ITS OWN FULL BATHROOM AND A SEPARATE ENTRANCE. The main house has two full bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a fantastic kitchen, a beautiful breakfast nook with a three sided mitered glass window overlooking the COURTYARD POOL. The living room and formal dining area is a large space which provides ample room for entertainment. You and your overnight guests will have plenty of privacy as this is a split plan home. All of the bedrooms which includes the separate guest suite have sliding doors that open to the courtyard pool. Such a great living environment. Bring those beautiful Florida days inside. The master bedroom is roomy and has crystal pleated blinds that have a remote control to open and close the them. The beautiful master bathroom has a lovely garden tub, double sinks, and a remodeled walk-in shower. There are so many surprises in this home; the refrigerator is a huge bonus. It’s an amazing SXS Samsung with a smart screen. You can control the refrigerator from your phone. There are many apps to use on this fantastic refrigerator/freezer. The built-in microwave, glass top range, washer, dryer, window treatments, and lighting fixtures are updated. One of a kind chandelier. The crystal lighting in the living room is actually a hidden ceiling fan also controlled with a remote. The electric fireplace entertainment center holds the 65” flat screen TV. To really experience this home, you must see it. We look forward to meeting you. ROOF WAS REPLACED IN 2018. FENCED BACKYARD FOR YOUR LITTLE FURBABY. (the car in the garage is not included)

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donna Sloan

FONTANA REALTY Brokerage Phone: 352-817-3574 License #0609771 Listed on: 10/15/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Stacey Raisch

PREFERRED RE BROKERS III License #3436782

PREFERRED RE BROKERS III

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,352

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 81x105
  • South Facing Home
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Irrigation Equipment
  • Property is zoned PUD

HOA Fees

  • $295 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Block Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,781 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Inside Utility

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Courtyard
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Active Adult
  • Association fees include 24-Hour Guard, private road, trash
  • Donna Association, Phone Number (352) 732-9898
  • Ocala Palms Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions, fencing, allowable golf cart usage in the community

Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Pool

Security

  • Security Guard
  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,352

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

8,712 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$295 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: Guard - 24 Hour, Private Road, Trash
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Construction Materials: Block, Concrete, Stucco
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1781
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Building Area Total: 2904
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8712
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Direction: NW
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 269.79
  • Escrow City: Ocala
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: SW 80th ST, Suite 11
  • Minimum Lease: 3 Months
  • Number Of Pets: 2
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 189.22
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 1
  • MFR_InLawSuiteDescription: 1 Bathroom,Detached (ADU),Private Entrance
  • Attribution Contact: 352-817-3574
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment
  • Stories: 1
  • Additional Rooms: Great Room,Inside Utility,Interior In-Law Suite w/Private Entry
  • Living Area Meters: 165.46

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: South
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Exterior Features: Courtyard, Other, Outdoor Kitchen, Rain Gutters
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Waterfront: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12083C0504E

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated Community - Guard, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Pool, Restaurant, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Amenities: Fence Restrictions, Gated
  • Association Fee: 294.7
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Donna
  • Phone: 352-732-9898
  • Association: Yes
  • Security: Gated Community
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0
  • Pet Restrictions: Pet's must be kept on a leash while out walking them.
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Email: ocalapalmsforyou@centurylink.net
  • Pet Size: Medium (36-60 Lbs.)

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 3536.40
  • Total Monthly Fees: 294.70
  • Monthly HOA Amount: 294.70

Lot Info

  • Zoning: PUD
  • Parcel Number: 2151-919-009
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Lot Dimensions: 81x105
  • Flood Zone Code: X

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Tenant must be at least 55 years of age. Rentals are required to rent for a minimum of 3 months. NO AIRBNB RENTALS ALLOWED.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4352.34
  • Tax Block: S
  • Tax Book Number: 7-085OCALA
  • Tax Lot: 9

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 15, 2025
Closed on
Mar 30, 2026
Sold by
Karin Bechert
Bought by
Benford Michael and Benford Debra G
Seller's Agent
Donna Sloan
FONTANA REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Stacey Raisch
PREFERRED RE BROKERS III
List Price
$359,900
Sold Price
$337,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,900
-6.36%
Views
270

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
54.55%
Original Mortgage
$337,000
Outstanding Balance
$337,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$14,995

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2018
Closed on
Sep 25, 2018
Sold by
Cox John D and Cox Sandra M
Bought by
Bechert Bertold and Bechert Karin
Seller's Agent
Bob Deeley
FONTANA REALTY INC.
Buyer's Agent
Bob Deeley
FONTANA REALTY INC.
List Price
$199,000
Sold Price
$192,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,500
-3.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.73%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2003
Sold by
Venture Associates Corp
Bought by
Cox John D and Cox Sandra M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $337,000 Marion Title & Escrow
Warranty Deed $192,500 Attorney
Special Warranty Deed $200,800 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $337,000 VA
Previous Owner $110,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/30/2026 03/30/26 Sold $337,000 -6.4% $189 / Sq Ft
02/19/2026 02/19/26 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2025 10/15/25 For Sale $359,900 +87.0% $202 / Sq Ft
09/25/2018 09/25/18 Sold $192,500 -3.3% $108 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/16/2018 07/16/18 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2018 05/02/18 For Sale $199,000 -- $112 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,584 $259,798 -- --
2024 $4,352 $236,180 -- --
2023 $4,256 $214,709 $0 $0
2022 $3,766 $195,190 $0 $0
2021 $3,358 $199,088 $26,000 $173,088
2020 $3,008 $167,511 $18,000 $149,511
2019 $2,749 $146,649 $14,000 $132,649
2018 $1,483 $112,662 $0 $0
2017 $1,454 $110,345 $0 $0
2016 $1,418 $108,075 $0 $0
2015 $1,423 $107,324 $0 $0
2014 $1,338 $106,472 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: OM711576

Stellar MLS

APN: 2151-919-009

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