1508 SW 161ST PLACE, OCALA, FL, 34473
Active66 days on marketListed May 31, 2026MLS #G5113101
About this home
1508 SW 161ST PLACE
No Rear Neighbors! Enjoy the perfect outdoor space for entertaining, relaxing, or enjoying peaceful backyard views from the large screened and covered lanai. This beautifully maintained home features a new roof in 2022 and a completely remodeled kitchen in 2019 loaded with upgrades, including quartz countertops, a farmhouse sink, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, slow close cabinets and drawers, pull out shelving, a large island, two spacious pantry closets, abundant counter space, and a sunny kitchen nook. The spacious floor plan offers a large living area with room for formal dining and a desirable split bedroom layout. Guest bedrooms feature generously sized closets, while the primary suite offers a large walk in closet, dual vanities, a tiled walk in shower, and a linen closet. Additional features include a large laundry room, water filtration system, and an oversized garage with a dedicated golf cart garage. Located in a premier gated golf community packed with amenities, residents enjoy a resort style pool and spa, pickleball and tennis courts, softball field, RV parking, dog park, playground, bocce ball, over 70 clubs, social activities, and so much more. HOA fees include internet, lawn mowing and edging, garbage service, and access to all community amenities. Conveniently located just minutes from I 75, the Florida Horse Park, The Villages, shopping, dining, and the popular town squares. This fantastic home is priced to sell. Come see all that this wonderful home and community have to offer!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,794
Sqft
0.17 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2012
Year built
One
Levels
$156
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$2,566 /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
$2,566/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
+0.7%
$/sqft vs Ocala actives
$156 vs $187
Days on market
66 vs 49 typical
Where $156/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
Get to know Ocala. See the full Ocala guide →
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 → $285K
Ocala median sold, yr/yr
97.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
162 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 12% above the OCALA 34473 median. See the full Ocala market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1508 SW 161ST PLACE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$429,000
16116 SW 15TH COURT · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,287 sqft · $188/sqft · 155 DOM
Sold · May ’26$300,000
1377 SW 161ST PLACE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,393 sqft · $125/sqft · 203 DOM
Sold · Apr ’26$415,000
1427 SW 161ST STREET · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,837 sqft · $146/sqft · 271 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
Alek Cherrone
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1508 SW 161ST PLACE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1508 SW 161ST PLACE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
1508 SW 161ST PLACE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1508 SW 161ST PLACE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,566/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $390/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 1508 SW 161ST PLACE?+
The association fee works out to $390 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 1508 SW 161ST PLACE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,937. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 1508 SW 161ST PLACE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Ocala?+
At $279,900, this home is listed about 6% below the Ocala median of $299,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1508 SW 161ST PLACE?+
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
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$279,900 runs 12% above the OCALA 34473 median.
02Park/Greenbelt views
The park/greenbelt view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $289,900, now $279,900 — a $10K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of WATSON REALTY CORP · Nancy McCloskey. MLS #G5113101.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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