8715 SW 97th St, Unit E

Ocala, FL 34481

$149,999
Price
2
Beds
1,369 Sq. Ft.
$110 / Sq. Ft.
1,369
Sq. Ft.
$110
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome home to this spacious, move-in-ready Birmingham Model Villa located in the highly sought-after On Top of the World, Ocala's premier gated 55+ golf community. Designed for comfortable, low-maintenance living, this popular villa offers 2 bedrooms, 2 updated baths, and a versatile tandem 2-car garage with endless possibilities. 2026 Roof, 2012 HVAC maintained regularly, & garage door 2021. A charming covered front porch welcomes you and provides the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee...Welcome home to this spacious, move-in-ready Birmingham Model Villa located in the highly sought-after On Top of the World, Ocala's premier gated 55+ golf community. Designed for comfortable, low-maintenance living, this popular villa offers 2 bedrooms, 2 updated baths, and a versatile tandem 2-car garage with endless possibilities. 2026 Roof, 2012 HVAC maintained regularly, & garage door 2021. A charming covered front porch welcomes you and provides the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind with an evening beverage while taking in the peaceful neighborhood setting. Inside, you'll appreciate the thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring a spacious living room, plantation shutters throughout, and an abundance of natural light thanks to several solar tubes. The guest bedroom, located at the front of the home, offers a generous closet and is conveniently situated next to the beautifully updated guest bath. Tucked away at the rear of the home for added privacy, the primary suite features a walk-in closet and an updated en suite bath with a custom tiled walk-in shower and glass enclosure. The heart of the home is the beautifully updated kitchen, complete with granite countertops, an “L” island, updated appliances, and a window overlooking the sink—creating a bright and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen, the spacious family room flows seamlessly into the finished Florida Room, where attractive non-skid tile flooring and walls of windows create the perfect space to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy the Florida sunshine year-round. The oversized tandem garage has been thoughtfully modified with a partition wall and doors to create a separate laundry and utility area, leaving additional space that would make an ideal craft room, workshop, hobby area, home office, or extra storage. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a seasonal retreat, this beautifully updated villa offers the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, and the exceptional active-adult lifestyle that makes On Top of the World one of Ocala's most desirable 55+ communities. The monthly HOA fee includes Basic Spectrum Cable, irrigation water, roof repair, exterior painting every seven years, exterior maintenance and insurance, landscaping, trash & recycling, 24/7 monitored gates and what seems like endless amenities; four pools (3 outside including the brand new Summit w/resistance pool & 1 inside), two state of the art fitness centers, pickleball (uncovered & covered), billiards, archery range, multiple dog parks, corn hole, bocce ball, tennis, shuffleboard, horse shoes, remote control flying field and race cars, 175+ clubs, woodworking shop (extra fee), library, and much, much more! A golf cart community with access to several shopping centers. Centrally located 20 minutes from the World Equestrian Center, easy drive to 4 cruise ports and/or airports, and within a close proximity to entertainment complexes in Orlando. Potential turn-key opportunity with furnishings included....
  1. Listed by Patti Doty • Brokerage DRE #2013409 • RE/MAX FOXFIRE - HWY200/103 S
    P: (301)-848-2200 C: (301)-848-2200 pattidoty@foxfirerealty.com

Property Details for 8715 Southwest 97th Street, Unit E

Architectural Style
Florida
Subdivision Name
ON TOP OF THE WORLD
Township
16S
Garage Spaces
2
View
Garden
Waterfront
No
Furnished
Negotiable
LISTING UPDATED: 06/30/2026 06:54 AM

Property Details for 8715 Southwest 97th Street, Unit E

StatusActive
MLS #OM727221
Days on Market7
Taxes$859 / year
HOA Fees$494 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Villa
Year Built1987
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,847 SF
CountyMarion County
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Location

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Building Information for 8715 Southwest 97th Street, Unit E

Stories1Year Built1987Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,847 SF

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$1,313 per month

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Principal and Interest

$747

Property Taxes

$72

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 8715 Southwest 97th Street, Unit E

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2210.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Association Recreation - Owned, Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Park, Playground, Pool, Racquetball, Restaurant, Special Community Restrictions, Tennis Court(s)
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Directions: Enter OTOW via the main gate at SW Hwy 200 & SW 99th Street Road. After entering make the first RIGHT on SW 85th Terrace, and an IMMEDIATE LEFT on SW 97th Street - Home located on the right @ 8715-E.
  • Mls Major Change Type: New Listing
  • Major Change Type: New Listing
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: Yes
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 8715
  • Street Direction Prefix: SW
  • Street Name: 97TH
  • Street Suffix: STREET
  • Unit Number: E
  • State: FL
  • City: OCALA
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Dimensions: 35x12
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Off Street
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Approval Required: Yes
  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Taxes, Community Pool, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Pool Maintenance, Recreational Facilities, Trash
  • Association Fee Requirement: Required
  • Association Name: Lori Sands
  • Association Phone: 352-873-0848
  • Association: Yes
  • CDD: No
  • Number Of Pets: 3
  • Pet Restrictions: Owners are required to pick up after their pets. Marion County FL has a leash law.
  • Tax Block: 0
  • Tax Book Number: P-065BUILDIN
  • Tax Legal Description: SEC 24 TWP 16 RGE 20 PORTION OF TRACT Y CIRCLE SQUARE WOODS AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK P PAGE 065 BUILDING 2008 DWELLING E (8715-E SW 97TH ST)
  • Tax Lot: Y
  • Tax Year: 2025
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Level, Near Golf Course
  • Parcel Number: 3530200805
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Extras: No
  • Zoning: PUD
  • Living Area: 1369
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1987
  • Amenities Additional Fees: Golf memberships available at 1, 2 or all 3 community courses OR “pay as you play” options. RV and personal storage options available for additional fee.
  • Association Amenities: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Elevator(s), Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Maintenance, Optional Additional Fees, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Racquetball, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
  • Flood Zone Code: X
  • Flood Zone Date: 04-19-2017
  • Flood Zone Panel: 12083C0684E
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Homestead: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Public Survey Range: 20E
  • Public Survey Section: 24
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
  • Water Source: None
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Builder Model: Birmingham
  • Builder Name: Colen Development
  • Construction Materials: Block, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler Metered
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Levels: One
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch
  • Pool Features: Other
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: Community
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Security Features: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Vegetation: Mature Landscaping
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0
  • Number Of Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Additional Rooms: Florida Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Attic Ventilator, Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 5.0
  • Water View: No
  • Window Features: Blinds, Window Treatments
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Minimum Lease Period: 0
  • Pets Allowed: Number Limit

Property History for 8715 Southwest 97th Street, Unit E

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 27, 2026

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #OM727221

$149,999—
Nov 1, 2016

Sold

MFRMLS #OM506639

$81,000—
Sep 29, 2016

Pending

MFRMLS #OM506639

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/27/2026

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #OM727221

$149,999
11/01/2016

Sold

MFRMLS #OM506639

$81,000
09/29/2016

Pending

MFRMLS #OM506639

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For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 8715 Southwest 97th Street, Unit E

Taxable ValueLand$10,000Additions$45,997Total$55,997
Tax Record2025$859 ($72 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,369 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,369 SqFtStories1Lot Size436 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1987Year Renovated2014ZoningPUDCountyMARIONAPN3530-2008-05

Schools near 8715 Southwest 97th Street, Unit E

This home is within Marion.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ina A.Colen Academy
Charter - K to 8
Liberty Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
West Port High School
Public - 9 to 12
Madison Street Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Ina A.Colen Academy
CharterK to 8

Liberty Middle School
Public6 to 8

West Port High School
Public9 to 12

Madison Street Academy Of Visual And Performing Arts
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 8715 Southwest 97th Street, Unit E, Ocala, FL 34481

8715 Southwest 97th Street, Unit E is a single family home for sale in Ocala, FL 34481. This property was listed for sale on June 27, 2026 by RE/MAX FOXFIRE - HWY200/103 S, it's currently listed at $149,999. It has been on the market for a total of 7 days and was last sold on November 1, 2016. This listing's school district is Marion. Nearby schools include Ina A.Colen Academy, Liberty Middle School and West Port High School. 8715 Southwest 97th Street, Unit E is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,369 sqft single family home built in 1987.

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