$148,000
SOLD SEP 16, 2021

8850 SW 97th St Unit E Ocala, FL 34481

Fellowship Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,571 Sq Ft
1,963 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$94 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of May 2025

Here's your opportunity to live in the high-demand 55+ community of On Top of the World at an affordable price and with all of your exterior maintenance cared for. This ever-popular Montgomery model villa offers 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a spacious living room/dining room, a family room that's open to the kitchen, a convenient bonus room, plus a 2 car garage. NEW roof in 2018, NEW AC just this year, and OTOW says it's time to paint the exterior (at no cost to you). All the big ticket items are taken care of so you can focus on creating your sanctuary inside just the way you want. With an amazing selection of amenities & activities you'll only be bored if you want to be. And this charmer's convenient location is just a golf cart ride to shopping and restaurants right outside the main gate. Schedule your showing now before it's too late!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kevin Combs

REMAX/PREMIER REALTY License #3370870 Listed on: 07/21/2021

REMAX/PREMIER REALTY

Last Buyer's Agent

Betty Viola

RE/MAX FOXFIRE - HWY200/103 S License #0688573

RE/MAX FOXFIRE  - HWY200/103 S

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $521

Year Built

  • Built in 1986

Lot Details

  • 1,963 Sq Ft Lot
  • North Facing Home
  • Property is zoned PUD

HOA Fees

  • $364 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,571 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Rain Gutters

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • Senior Community
  • Association fees include 24-hour guard, community pool, maintenance structure, ground maintenance, pool maintenance, recreational facilities, trash
  • Lori Sands Association, Phone Number (352) 854-0805
  • Visit Association Website
  • On Top Of The World Subdivision
  • The community has rules related to deed restrictions, allowable golf cart usage in the community
  • Rental Restrictions

Recreation

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

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$521

Year Built

Built in 1986

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$364 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • HOA Fee Includes: 24-Hour Guard, Community Pool, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Trash
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Villa
  • Construction Materials: Block, Concrete, Stucco
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 1571
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Building Area Total: 2253
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1963
  • Directions to Property: Use Hwy 200 entrance into On Top of the World. First right on SW 85th Terrace. Immediate left on to SW 97th St. Home is on the left.
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Direction: SW
  • Down Payment Resource URL: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/OM624143?w=Agent&skip_sso=true
  • Down Payment Resource URL 2: https://www.workforce-resource.com/dpr/listing/MFRMLS/OM624143?w=Customer
  • Homestead Y N: Yes
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Unit Number Y N: No
  • Ratio: Close Price\List Price: 1.02069
  • Price per Sq Ft: 94.21
  • Close to Original List Price Ratio: 1.02069
  • Ratio: Current Price\Building Area Total: 65.69
  • View: No
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo
  • Appliances Included: Electric Water Heater
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Street Number Modifier: 8850
  • Room Count: 6

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: North
  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water View Y N: No
  • Water Access Y N: No
  • Water Extras Y N: No
  • Disclosures: HOA/PUD/Condo Disclosure

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Underground Utilities
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Buyer Approval Required, Deed Restrictions, Fitness, Gated Community, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Pool, Racquetball, Tennis Courts
  • Association Fee: 363.7
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Lori Sands
  • Phone: 352-854-0805
  • Association: Yes
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Association Website: OTOWINFO.COM
  • Association Email: Lori_Sands@OTOWFL.COM
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Approval Required YN: Yes

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 4364.4
  • Monthly HOA Fee: 363.7
  • Total Monthly Fees: 363.7

Lot Info

  • Zoning: PUD
  • Parcel Number: 3530-2012-05
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Flood Zone Code: X

Rental Info

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Minimum Lease: 7 Months
  • Approval Process: Contact HOA for details
  • Lease Restrictions Y N: Yes
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: Contact HOA for details

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 521.21
  • Tax Block: 14
  • Tax Book Number: P-65,BUILDIN
  • Tax Lot: 9

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 21, 2024
Closed on
May 20, 2025
Sold by
Bratton Pamela Diane
Bought by
Meier Joann M and Meier Nathan J
Seller's Agent
Kalyn Wagonmaker
FLORIDA PLUS REALTY, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Tell
ENGEL & VOLKERS GAINESVILLE
List Price
$229,000
Sold Price
$173,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$56,000
-24.45%
Views
136

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
40.81%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2024
Sold by
Bratton Pamela
Bought by
Bratton Pamela

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,000
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 2023
Sold by
Bratton Pamela Le
Bought by
Bratton Pamela

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 21, 2021
Closed on
Sep 16, 2021
Sold by
Seagraves Courtney Lynn
Bought by
Bratton Pamela
Seller's Agent
Kevin Combs
REMAX/PREMIER REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Betty Viola
RE/MAX FOXFIRE - HWY200/103 S
List Price
$145,000
Sold Price
$148,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
2.07%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.00%
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 21, 2020
Sold by
Johnson Jimmy W
Bought by
Seagraves Courtney Lynn
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
Limited Warranty Deed $173,000 Marion Title & Escrow Company
Limited Warranty Deed $100 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Deed $148,000 First International Title
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $75,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $115,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Sold $173,000 -3.4% $110 / Sq Ft
04/21/2025 04/21/25 Pending -- -- --
04/11/2025 04/11/25 Price Changed $179,000 -3.2% $114 / Sq Ft
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Price Changed $185,000 -7.5% $118 / Sq Ft
03/17/2025 03/17/25 Price Changed $199,990 -12.7% $127 / Sq Ft
02/20/2025 02/20/25 For Sale $229,000 +32.4% $146 / Sq Ft
02/12/2025 02/12/25 Off Market $173,000 -- --
02/02/2025 02/02/25 Price Changed $229,000 -8.2% $146 / Sq Ft
01/24/2025 01/24/25 Price Changed $249,400 -0.2% $159 / Sq Ft
01/03/2025 01/03/25 Price Changed $249,900 -2.0% $159 / Sq Ft
12/21/2024 12/21/24 For Sale $255,000 +72.3% $162 / Sq Ft
09/16/2021 09/16/21 Sold $148,000 +2.1% $94 / Sq Ft
07/23/2021 07/23/21 Pending -- -- --
07/21/2021 07/21/21 For Sale $145,000 -- $92 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2023 $1,227 $96,184 $0 $0
2022 $1,148 $93,383 $0 $0
2021 $528 $39,070 $0 $0
2020 $521 $38,531 $0 $0
2019 $509 $37,665 $0 $0
2018 $484 $36,963 $0 $0
2017 $473 $36,203 $0 $0
2016 $442 $35,458 $0 $0
2015 $434 $35,212 $0 $0
2014 $421 $34,933 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: OM624143

Stellar MLS

APN: 3530-2012-05