A suburban community in the heart of horse country
Marion County is known as the world's horse capital, and with the state-of-the-art World Equestrian Center only 4 miles away, it makes sense that Southwest Ocala is one of the most populated areas in the county. It's a residential extension of the equestrian center, developed to accommodate Ocala's growth. "Marion County is horse country," says Realtor Sue Amsden Ellison Realty. "I've lived here for over 50 years and have seen the shift first-hand. I've watched it become the primary reason people move here, especially since the World Equestrian Center was developed." The neighborhood offers proximity to the Equestrian Center and many spots to shop and eat.
Southwest Ocala has close access to goods and services while nestled amongst nature.
Many Southwest Ocala homes have room for horses on the property.
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Residents live in a wide breadth of housing
Southwest Ocala features a variety of homes that cater to both suburban dwellers and rural denizens. The neighborhood has several planned developments, like The Meadows at Heath Brook, Saddlecreek and Cimarron. These subdivisions were developed from the tail-end of the 1900s, well into the 21st century, with contemporary bungalows and colonials. Most suburban developments in Southwest Ocala feature sidewalk-lined, leafy streets with community amenities like pools and tennis courts. Brighton is a small luxury, gated townhome community, and The Saddle Oak Club and Fairfield Village feature mobile homes. The Timberwood community offers a more rural feel. The community has expansive, ranch-style homes on a spacious, woodsy acre of land, so residents have more space than a traditional suburban development. Houses mostly cost between $200,000 and $400,000.
Southwest Ocala offers suburban amenities and rural charm.
This row of Southwest Ocala homes sits upon spacious lots.
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West Port High School is a highly rated, public school serving 2,825 students in grades 9-12.
West Port High offers robust art programs
Students attend Marion County Public Schools, which earned a B on Niche. Many kids kickstart their education at Saddlewood Elementary School, which has a student-to-teacher ratio of 16-to-1 and an overall B-plus on Niche. Students progress to Liberty Middle School, which Niche gave a B-minus. Students head to West Port High School to earn their degrees. The high school has a few robust academic programs, like the Marion County Center for the Arts Programs. The art programs allow students to nurture their artistic abilities through centralized course studies, offering access to resources like a dance studio, a 3D art lab, a dark room and a soundproof music production room. Niche gave the high school an overall A-minus.
Recreation at FAST and walks at Polly Palmer
Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training is a full-service aquatics center with an indoor pool and an outdoor splash pad. Through their Cannonball Kidz program, they offer free swimming lessons and water safety education for all Marion County third graders. The facility has several memberships offering daily and year-round use, swim lessons and competitive swimming. Polly Palmer Park is a popular outdoor respite featuring a half-mile walking trail that circles two ponds. The trail has several benches shaded by mature, mossy oak trees. Ocala Regional Sportsplex is a nearby 80-acre park with sports fields for soccer, football and softball, exercise equipment, picnic shelters and grills and a children's playground.
In Southwest Ocala, you can train like a swim pro at FAST.
Make some new feathered friends at Polly Palmer Park in Southwest Ocala.
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Try some retail therapy at Market Street at Heathbrook in Southwest Ocala.
Big-box retailers and ample restaurants scatter Southwest Ocala's busy highways
Branching from the intersection of Interstate 75 and State Route 200 is a large mix of shopping and dining options. There's a Sam's Club and Publix, among ample fast-food restaurants. Market Street at Heath Brook is a popular shopping destination in Southwest Ocala. The outdoor mall features national retailers like Dillard's, Marshalls and HomeGoods. Plus, bookworms browse Barnes and Noble, shoe lovers find their fit at DSW and athletes grab new gear at Dick's Sporting Goods. And the mall has several options for dinner. Las Margaritas is a vibrant spot for savory Mexican favorites, EDO Sushi is popular for its rolls and noodle dishes and Shuckin' Shack Oyster Bar is a hit for its seafood. Shoppers also explore the stores at Paddock Mall. The mall features department stores like Macy's, JCPenney and American Eagle, among 70 additional stores.
Navigating Ocala
Residents primarily drive in Southwest Ocala, but a few pockets of the neighborhood, like State Route 200, are serviced by the SunTran bus system. The area is near busy highways like Interstates 75 and 40, and downtown Ocala is about 6 miles away. "Southwest Ocala is where the major roads are, so it's a busier area of Ocala," Amsden says. Healthcare is provided by HCA Florida West Marion Hospital, a 186-bed hospital and full-service emergency room. Although there is an airport, the Ocala International Airport is for general aviation only. The closest commercial airport is Gainesville Regional Airport, about 45 miles north.
The SunTran provides public transportation options to Southwest Ocala.
Southwest Ocala is just moments from the shops and restaurants in downtown.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Southwest Ocala Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southwest Ocala, Ocala sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Southwest Ocala, Ocala over the last 12 months is $346,900, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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