CENTURY 21 Edge
SoldSold Aug 2023
$675,000Sold Aug 2023Listed at $698,0003 bd3 ba2,893 sqft$241 /sqft

8947 SW 85TH LOOP, OCALA, FL, 34481

Sold1098 days on marketListed Jul 18, 2023Sold Aug 25, 2023MLS #OM660459

Single Family ResidenceCANDLER HILLS WEST POD Q

About this home

8947 SW 85TH LOOP

Welcome to this gem nestled in the heart of Ocala's premier retirement community, Candler Hills West. This remarkable 2020-built residence boasts 2,893 sqft of refined living space, comprising 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, including two master suites for added luxury. Upon your arrival, be enchanted by the ornate double entry doors, adorned in artistic glass designs, leading you onto a custom marble foyer. The interior shines with tray ceilings throughout, accented by crown moulding and impressive faux finishes that exude grandeur. Comfort meets elegance underfoot with attractive flooring, adding to the house's warm and inviting ambience. Let Alexa be your personal assistant in this smart integrated home, controlling features such as crystal light fixtures that add a touch of sophistication throughout the residence. Step into the flex office via a stylish sliding barn door,. An additional office nook in the hallway offers expansive desk space for all your work from home needs. Entertain and create culinary masterpieces in the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen. It boasts a large 48" x 8' granite island complete with sink, high-end GE appliances, gas range, and an ornate range hood. The custom cabinetry offers ample storage, beautifully contrasted by a travertine brick backsplash, showcasing a decorative medallion above the range. With bar seating for 3-4, social interactions while cooking become delightfully effortless. Transition into the living room, accentuated by a attractive fireplace The space is inviting, with double doors leading to the master bedroom, where California closets provide optimal organization. The attached master bath spells opulence, with a large shower featuring non-slip stone floor, two shower heads, and a jetted soaking tub under a romantic chandelier. Marble counter tops and back splash add a lavish touch. Step outside to the paver floor screened-in lanai, with Custom extended roof over for additional unscreened patio. From here, savor the morning sunshine and spectacular golf course views at third tee box. The outdoor landscaping beds are encased with decorative curbing.Illuminated by solar and wired lighting outdoor ambience is highlighted. Spacious 2 car garage with additional single car garage for golf cart or car. Back up Generator. With a monthly HOA fee of $300, gain access to 4 community pools, restaurants, exercise facilities, and dog parks at this spectacular community. Enjoy a discounted rate on community classes, further enriching your interests and creativity. The upgrades in this house are best seen in person. This house is a haven of tranquility and elegance you won't want to miss.

Facts & features

The home at a glance

3

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

2,893

Sqft

0.26 ac

Lot size

3

Garage

2020

Year built

One

Levels

$241

Per sqft

FireplaceGolf Course view55+ communityPets allowed

Inside

FlooringCeramic Tile · Porcelain Tile
AppliancesBuilt-In Oven · Dishwasher · Electric Water Heater · Exhaust Fan · Microwave · Range Hood · Refrigerator
InteriorAccessibility Features · Cathedral Ceiling(s) · Ceiling Fan(s) · Crown Molding · Eating Space In Kitchen · High Ceilings · Primary Bedroom Main Floor · Open Floorplan · Smart Home · Solid Surface Counters · Solid Wood Cabinets · Split Bedroom · Tray Ceiling(s) · Walk-In Closet(s) · Window Treatments
LaundryInside
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingCentral · Heat Pump · Natural Gas

Outside & construction

RoofShingle
ConstructionBlock · Concrete · Stucco
FoundationSlab
ViewGolf Course
FacesWest
ExteriorLighting

Community & fees

HOA fee$300/mo
Taxes (2022)$6,459/yr
PetsYes
CommunityAssociation Recreation - Owned · Buyer Approval Required · Clubhouse · Deed Restrictions · Dog Park · Fitness Center · Gated Community - Guard · Golf Carts OK · Golf · Pool · Restaurant · Sidewalks · Tennis Court(s)

Utilities & systems

UtilitiesCable Connected · Electricity Connected · Sewer Connected · Street Lights · Water Connected
WaterPrivate

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.

$/sqft vs Ocala actives

$241 vs $180

Days on market

1098 vs 43 typical

Where $241/sqft sits among the 400 Ocala actives

104
165
81
19 · this home
3
28
$116–158$158–199$199–241$241–283$283–325$325+

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

Map of 8947 SW 85TH LOOP

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The numbers that matter

The Ocala market

Seller’s marketBalanced6.3 months of inventoryBuyer’s market

$285K$280K

Ocala median sold, yr/yr

97.4%

Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)

156 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 133% above the Ocala median. See the full Ocala market guide →

Paper trail

This home's history

Jul 18, 2023Listed at $698,000 · 1098 days on market since
2020Built · CANDLER HILLS WEST POD Q

Reality check

What actually sold near 8947 SW 85TH LOOP

Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.

8864 SW 85TH LOOPSold · Nov ’25

$550,000

8864 SW 85TH LOOP · same community

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,895 sqft · $190/sqft · 46 DOM

9621 SW 100TH TERRACESold · Jun ’26

$575,000

9621 SW 100TH TERRACE

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,186 sqft · $263/sqft · 73 DOM

8962 SW 97TH STREET UNIT DSold · Apr ’26

$175,000

8962 SW 97TH STREET UNIT D

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,916 sqft · $91/sqft · 23 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.

Chad Creech

Your agent

Chad Creech

President, Commercial and Development Services · CENTURY 21 Edge

Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8947 SW 85TH LOOP — start here.

Andrew Acosta

Your lender

Andrew Acosta

Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866

Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8947 SW 85TH LOOP — before you fall in love.

Selling nearby?

What's your home worth today?

This sale is one data point — your home is another. Get a data-driven estimate built from real closed sales like this one, in about a minute.

The brief

Three things that matter here

01Positioned at the premium end

$698,000 runs 133% above the Ocala median — but at 2,893 sqft it's also 67% larger than the typical Ocala listing.

02Golf Course views

The golf course view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.

03Time on market is leverage

1098 days on market against a Ocala median of 43 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.

Listing courtesy of BUSCH REALTY · Lori Busch. MLS #OM660459.

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