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$184,000

8662 SW 96TH LN #A
OCALA, FL 34481
Listed by Bonnie Ciesla · RE/MAX FOXFIRE - HWY200/103 S
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,748 sqft
Year built
1985

About this home

Welcome to Your Dream Florida Retreat in a Vibrant 55+ Gated Community! Whether you are hoping to be a seasonal "Snowbird" escaping the winter chill or looking to become a full-time Floridian enjoying year-round sunshine, this remarkable home is designed just for you. Situated on an expansive corner lot, the property warmly welcomes you with an inviting front porch—the perfect spot for morning coffee. Stepping inside, you enter an expansive living room that immediately impresses with its open feel and easily accommodates a queen-size couch for overnight guests. Throughout the main living spaces, high-grade Berber carpet adds plush comfort while dramatically reducing noise and lowering heating bills on cooler evenings. The main living area flows seamlessly into a beautifully remodeled TV and dining space, ideal for hosting gatherings or enjoying a quiet movie night. Adjacent to this flexible entertaining zone is a fully updated gourmet kitchen that will delight any home chef. Highlighted by sleek granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, resurfaced cabinetry, and an attractive backsplash, the kitchen also features a central island accented by three swivel bar chairs. The spacious gathering area comes ready for relaxing with two recliners, a couch, a loveseat, and a coffee table. Directly off the TV room, discover incredible bonus spaces designed for maximum versatility. The fully heated and air-conditioned Florida room offers flexible square footage that can easily serve as a man cave, home office, craft room, or extra guest bedroom. Just beyond, the back porch features vinyl windows, complete with porch furniture, a portable A/C unit, and a floor heater for customized comfort in any season. The home features two exceptionally spacious bedrooms positioned off the main living room. The guest bedroom is currently styled as a dedicated home office for those who work remotely, complete with a solid wood desk, dresser, loveseat, two end tables with lamps, and a generous closet. The luxurious master suite serves as a private sanctuary, featuring an adjustable split-king bed with a built-in book storage headboard, matching bedside tables with lamps, a large matching dresser, and a TV dresser. An updated ensuite bathroom and an expansive walk-in closet complete this impressive primary suite. Practical storage and convenience abound throughout the home. A newer washer and dryer are situated just a couple of steps down in the oversized two-car garage, which also boasts a stand-up deep freezer and two long workbenches surrounded by built-in shelving. Additionally, the house features an insulated attic with pull-down stairs for extra storage, and even offers the option to negotiate its very own golf cart for cruising around the neighborhood! Settled in a wonderful, gated community known for caring neighbors who look out for one another, this home offers the ultimate turnkey opportunity. Want to move right in without the hassle of buying furniture? This home is available completely furnished or unfurnished to perfectly suit your needs. Call for your private viewing today!

Property details

MLS #
MFROM729234
Property type
Villa
Subdivision
ON TOP OF THE WORLD
Status
Active
Days on market
31
On market date
July 27, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.05 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
HAMMETT BOWEN JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
4.09 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
808
Student:teacher ratio
16.8:1
District
MARION
Middle
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL
3.88 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,315
Student:teacher ratio
21.2:1
District
MARION
High
WEST PORT HIGH SCHOOL
5.04 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
1.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
2,825
Student:teacher ratio
26.4:1
District
MARION

Walkability

Blended score for OCALA's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

49
Somewhat walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
6.3 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
75 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores6
Parks2
Schools1
Transit stops0
Pharmacies3

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in OCALA, from live MLS data.

On the market 31 days -- 69 fewer days than OCALA's current average of 100 days.
For reference, the median list price across 4,861 active listings in OCALA right now is $249,900.

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Est. monthly payment
$1,258/mo
$36,800 down
$147,200 loan
Principal & interest$955
Property tax (est.)$153
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 27, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.