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Homes for sale in

Ocklawaha, Florida

Lakeside living in Marion County's quiet corner

140

Homes for sale

$268,495

Median list price

$215

Avg price / sqft

55

Median days on market

Ocklawaha sits in the eastern reaches of Marion County, where the Ocklawaha River and a string of lakes shape the pace of daily life. This is a place for people who want elbow room, water access, and a slower rhythm — with waterfront homes fronting the lakes, small farms, and established pockets like Silver Springs Shores and Lake Bryant Shores. It's rural without being remote, and the mix of single-family houses, manufactured homes, and open land reflects a community that values space over polish.

For buyers, the numbers are refreshingly grounded. The median list price is $269,900 and the median home sold at $235,000 over the past year, so there's real room here for a first purchase or a lake retreat — including plenty priced under $200k. With 139 active listings and a healthy stock of new construction, you have choices, and sellers are getting 97% of asking, so well-priced homes still move.

Ocklawaha is in Marion County, Florida.

Quick facts

$44,900$2.5M price range

1,538 sqft median home

$1,600/mo median rent

Balanced right now

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The numbers that matter

The Ocklawaha market

Balanced

5.8 months of inventory

Seller’s marketBuyer’s market

Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.

282

Sold, last 12 months

$235,000

Median sold price

97%

Sale-to-list ratio

What sellers actually get vs asking

64 days

Median time to sell

Ocklawaha vs Marion County

Median list price

Ocklawaha$268K
Marion Co.$299K

Price per sqft

Ocklawaha$215
Marion Co.$241

Days on market

Ocklawaha55d
Marion Co.50d

Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling

2.0% yr/yr

$215K$237K$259KAug ’23Jul ’26

Homes on the market

6.5% yr/yr

130174218Aug ’23Jul ’26

Homes sold per month

01938Aug ’24Jul ’26

Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Ocklawaha, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.

For the school run

School zones with homes for sale

Assigned schools as reported on active MLS listings — always verify zoning with the district.

Beyond the listings

Living in Ocklawaha

01

Lakes and river access

With 25 active waterfront listings, Ocklawaha offers direct lake and river frontage that's genuinely attainable at these prices.

02

Room to breathe

The housing mix includes single-family homes, manufactured homes, and a handful of farms, giving buyers space and flexibility outside the suburbs.

03

New construction available

With 54 new-construction listings active, there's a strong supply of never-lived-in homes across the area.

04

Low carrying costs

A median HOA of just $14/month and median property tax around $1,038/year keep ongoing ownership costs modest.

05

Established Marion communities

Neighborhoods like Silver Springs Shores, Woods & Lakes, and Lake Bryant Shores anchor the area with established roads and lots.

Population

1,966

Median age

41.3

Median income

$35,255

Median home value

$184,600

What people here are into

Hobbies & Interests

Top 3% in the U.S.

Natural Beauty

This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.

Hobbies & Interests

Top 4% in the U.S.

Wanderlust

Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.

Active

Top 4% in the U.S.

Outdoor Adventures

Appreciating the outdoors, this population wants to actively engage with nature. Whether it's finding a new hiking trail or looking for the perfect spot to catch the sunset, they seek to explore the world around them.

Hobbies & Interests

Top 6% in the U.S.

Engine Enthusiast

This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.

Beliefs

Top 11% in the U.S.

Conservation

Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.

Hobbies & Interests

Top 19% in the U.S.

Dog Lovers

Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.

What it really costs

Owning here

Owning the median Ocklawaha home

$1,730/mo

Principal & interest $1,415
Property tax $91
HOA / fees $14
Insurance (est.) $210

$268,495 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.

6%

In a FEMA flood zone

Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment

$1,600/mo

Median rent

9 homes for rent right now

Straight answers

Ocklawaha real estate FAQs

Is Ocklawaha a good place to live?+

If you want lake access, open space, and a rural pace, Ocklawaha delivers. The area is built around the Ocklawaha River and nearby lakes, with established communities and easy reach to the rest of Marion County. Families are served by schools including Stanton-Weirsdale Elementary and East Marion Elementary.

Is Ocklawaha expensive?+

No — it's one of the more affordable markets in the region. The median list price is $269,900 and homes sold over the past year at a median of $235,000, with active listings starting as low as $44,900. There's a wide spread up to nearly $2.5 million, so budgets from entry-level to luxury are covered.

What do homes cost in Ocklawaha?+

Expect to pay around $218 per square foot, with a median home size of about 1,557 square feet. Most inventory is single-family homes (113 of 139 active), and you can browse by price to find plenty of options under $200k as well as eight listings above $1 million.

How is the market right now?+

It's steady and favorable to prepared buyers. Homes take a median of 48 days to sell and 285 closed over the past year, with sellers netting 97% of asking on average. That balance means you have negotiating room but shouldn't expect deep discounts on sharply priced single-family homes.

What about HOA fees and property taxes?+

Both are low here. The median HOA runs just $14/month and median property tax is about $1,038/year, reflecting the area's rural, large-lot character. Many properties, including much of the land and lots, carry little to no HOA at all.

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