
926 NE 8TH AVENUE, OCALA, FL, 34470
Active8 days on marketListed Jul 30, 2026MLS #OM729195
About this home
926 NE 8TH AVENUE
Charming 1948 Home in the Heart of Downtown Ocala | Residential, Office, or Investment Opportunity Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience with this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the heart of Downtown Ocala. Situated on a 0.19-acre lot, this unique property is zoned RO (Residential Office), offering exceptional flexibility for a primary residence, professional office, live/work space, rental property, or potential mixed-use opportunity. Buyers should verify all intended uses with the appropriate local authority. A welcoming covered front porch sets the tone for this charming 1948 home. Inside, you'll find spacious living areas filled with natural light, exposed wood floors, and the timeless character that makes historic homes so inviting. Step outside to a fenced backyard with no rear neighbors, offering added privacy, along with a detached two-car garage that provides ample space for storage, a workshop, or hobbies. The exterior also features a covered utility and laundry area with a recently installed water heater, as well as a concrete accessibility ramp at the rear of the home for added convenience. Buyers should verify the property's suitability for their intended use. Location is everything, and this property delivers. Just steps from the Reilly Arts Center and minutes from Ocala's Historic Downtown Square, the North Magnolia Business District, hospitals, shopping, dining, parks, and major transportation corridors, you'll enjoy outstanding accessibility whether you're living, working, or investing. Investor and business owners will appreciate the property's location within a federally designated Qualified Opportunity Zone, which may provide potential tax advantages to eligible investors. Buyers should consult their tax and legal advisors regarding qualification and available benefits. The property is also located within the North Magnolia Community Redevelopment Area (CRA), where redevelopment incentives and improvement programs may be available for qualifying projects. All furnishings and personal property currently on-site—including furniture, rugs, lamps, wall décor, and other household items—may convey with an acceptable terms. Alternatively, the seller can have the property cleared prior to closing if preferred by the buyer. Whether you're searching for a charming historic home, professional office space, income-producing rental, investment property, or future redevelopment opportunity, this versatile Downtown Ocala property offers exceptional potential in one of the city's most desirable and rapidly growing locations. Schedule your private showing today.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,267
Sqft
0.19 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1948
Year built
One
Levels
$146
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.
$1,356 /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
$1,356/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
−4.7%
$/sqft vs Ocala actives
$146 vs $187
Days on market
8 vs 50 typical
Where $146/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 34470 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
21,521
Median age
40.1
Median income
$49,592
Median home value
$171,500
Avg household
2.29
Households w/ children
2,267
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 10% below the OCALA 34470 median. See the full Ocala market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 926 NE 8TH AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Mar ’26$93,000
705 SW 12TH AVENUE
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,276 sqft · $73/sqft · 12 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$365,000
725 SE 10TH PLACE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,250 sqft · $292/sqft · 3 DOM
Sold · Aug ’25$225,000
216 SE 13TH AVENUE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,249 sqft · $180/sqft · 3 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
Frantreshia Miller
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 926 NE 8TH AVENUE — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 926 NE 8TH AVENUE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
926 NE 8TH AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 926 NE 8TH AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,356/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 926 NE 8TH AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $307. 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 $185,000, this home is listed about 38% below the Ocala median of $298,939. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 926 NE 8TH AVENUE?+
Ward-Highlands Elementary School (elementary), Fort King Middle School (middle), Vanguard High School (high) — Marion County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of PROFESSIONAL REALTY OF OCALA · Nicole Bennett. MLS #OM729195.
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