5254 NW 43RD LANE ROAD, OCALA, FL, 34482
Active104 days on marketListed Apr 27, 2026MLS #OM723628
About this home
5254 NW 43RD LANE ROAD
Brand new 3BR/2BA smart home available for short term or annual rental in the highly sought after Ocala Preserve community. Ideally located just minutes from the World Equestrian Center, shopping, dining, and local attractions. This fully furnished, turnkey home offers a spacious open floor plan with a welcoming foyer, formal dining area, and comfortable living space. The kitchen features granite countertops, wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a casual dining area overlooking the backyard. The primary suite includes a king bed, walk in closet, and en suite bath with dual sinks, walk in shower, and soaking tub. Guest bedrooms include one with two twin beds and one with a queen bed, sharing a full bath with tub and shower. Enjoy outdoor living on the screened porch with private backyard views. Short term rentals include utilities with cap, HOA, lawn care, WiFi, cable, trash service, and pest control. Annual lease includes HOA and grounds care only. Rental terms as follows: Annual lease (12 months) offered at $3,500 monthly. May 1 through October 31 offered at $4,500 monthly. November 1 through April 30 offered at $5,950 monthly. Convenient, low maintenance living in one of Ocala’s premier communities.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,728
Sqft
0.15 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2023
Year built
One
Levels
$2
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$185 /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
$185/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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.
$/sqft vs Ocala actives
$2 vs $187
Days on market
104 vs 52 typical
Where $2/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
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OCALA 34482 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
21,824
Median age
52.1
Median income
$71,449
Median home value
$247,600
Avg household
2.28
Households w/ children
1,486
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)
171 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 99% below the OCALA 34482 median. See the full Ocala market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5254 NW 43RD LANE ROAD
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Aug ’26$325,000
4510 NW 37TH STREET ROAD
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,742 sqft · $187/sqft · 215 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$336,687
4521 NW 37TH STREET ROAD
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,742 sqft · $193/sqft · 71 DOM
Sold · Aug ’26$332,687
4433 NW 37TH STREET ROAD
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,742 sqft · $191/sqft · 332 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 5254 NW 43RD LANE ROAD — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5254 NW 43RD LANE ROAD — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5254 NW 43RD LANE ROAD FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5254 NW 43RD LANE ROAD?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $185/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 5254 NW 43RD LANE ROAD?+
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 $3,500, this home is listed about 99% below the Ocala median of $298,888. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5254 NW 43RD LANE ROAD?+
West Port High School (high), College Park Elementary School (elementary), Howard Middle School (middle) — Marion County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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