3544 SW 157TH LOOP, OCALA, FL, 34473
Active365 days on marketListed Jul 24, 2025MLS #G5099966
About this home
3544 SW 157TH LOOP
Welcome to this immaculately cared-for 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home that exudes pride of ownership inside and out. From the moment you arrive, you’ll notice the meticulous upkeep and inviting curb appeal. Step inside to discover a spacious and flexible floor plan perfect for comfortable living and entertaining. Enjoy the Florida lifestyle year-round with a screen-enclosed swimming pool, perfect for relaxing or hosting friends and family. Adjacent to the pool is a fully enclosed lanai, offering additional space to unwind. This home also features two versatile bonus areas, ideal for a home office, gym, playroom, craft studio, or guest space. With four well-appointed bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a thoughtfully designed layout, this home provides the perfect balance of space, comfort.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2,246
Sqft
0.23 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2007
Year built
One
Levels
$142
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$2,547 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,547/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−21%
$/sqft vs Ocala actives
$142 vs $181
Days on market
365 vs 43 typical
Where $142/sqft sits among the 400 Ocala actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Ocala
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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OCALA 34473 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
25,030
Median age
39.4
Median income
$70,559
Median home value
$242,400
Avg household
2.98
Households w/ children
3,117
For the school run
Marion County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Ocala market
$285K → $280K
Ocala median sold, yr/yr
97.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
155 of 400
Ocala actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Ocala, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 27% above the OCALA 34473 median. See the full Ocala market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 3544 SW 157TH LOOP
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$350,000
15701 SW 37TH CIRCLE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,378 sqft · $147/sqft · 44 DOM
Sold · May ’26$335,000
16425 SW 47TH COURT · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,113 sqft · $159/sqft · 105 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$319,900
15630 SW 49TH AVENUE ROAD · same community
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,955 sqft · $164/sqft · 20 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Darrick Cook
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 3544 SW 157TH LOOP — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 3544 SW 157TH LOOP — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
3544 SW 157TH LOOP FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 3544 SW 157TH LOOP?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,547/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 3544 SW 157TH LOOP?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $4,415. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Ocala?+
At $318,950, this home is listed about 7% above the Ocala median of $299,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 3544 SW 157TH LOOP?+
Horizon Academy At Marion Oaks (middle), Sunrise Elementary School (elementary), Dunnellon High School (high) — Marion County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$318,950 runs 27% above the OCALA 34473 median — but at 2,246 sqft it's also 30% larger than the typical Ocala listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Time on market is leverage
365 days on market against a Ocala median of 43 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $339,997, now $318,950 — a $21K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of DALTON WADE INC · Lameen Schand. MLS #G5099966.
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