Property
ActiveResidential
1/52
$199,000

8671 SW 97TH STREET G

Ocala, FL 34481
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,748
SqFt
0.04
Acres
STELLAR
#OM722877
Updated: Jun 23, 2026, 1:08pm

Property Description

PRICED TO SELL BY MOTIVATED OWNERS! Enjoy easy, low-maintenance living in this highly sought-after Bostonian Model end-unit villa, ideally positioned just inside the main gate of On Top of the World, a premier 55+ gated golf community—with peaceful green space right across the street. Whether you prefer a golf cart ride, a bike cruise, or a relaxing stroll along tree-lined streets, you’re just minutes from all the amenities and activities that make this community so special. This thoughtfully updated home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a spacious 2-car garage, plus a bright, finished Florida room perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. Inside, you’ll find luxury vinyl plank flooring, elegant crown molding, and a beautifully renovated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, a deep sink, refaced cabinetry, and an expanded serving area and prep island—ideal for hosting friends and family. Cozy up by the fireplace or unwind on the covered patio just off the sliding glass doors. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a 2018 roof, 2016 Trane HVAC system, and 2021 water heater. Additional highlights include a solar attic fan, whole-house water softener, custom blinds throughout, insulated garage door, new Genie opener, and garage screens for added comfort and privacy. This is the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and active adult living—come see why so many love calling this community home! The monthly HOA fee includes Basic Spectrum Cable, irrigation water, roof repair, exterior painting every seven years, exterior maintenance and insurance, landscaping, trash & recycling, 24/7 monitored gates and what seems like endless amenities; three pools (2 outside & 1 inside & another under construction), two state of the art fitness centers, pickleball (uncovered & covered), billiards, archery range, corn hole, bocce ball, tennis, shuffleboard, horse shoes, remote control flying field and race cars, 175+ clubs, woodworking shop (extra fee), library, and much, much more! A golf cart community with access to several shopping centers. Centrally located 20 minutes from the World Equestrian Center, easy drive to 4 cruise ports and/or airports, and within a close proximity to entertainment complexes in Orlando. Sorry, washer & dryer DO NOT convey.
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Included Appliances
DishwasherDisposalElectric Water HeaterExhaust FanMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWater Softener

Property Details

Highlights
View
Yes
Interior
Additional Rooms
Florida Room
Appliances
DishwasherDisposalElectric Water HeaterExhaust FanMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWater Softener
Bathrooms Total Decimal
2
Building Area Total
2460
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace Features
Family RoomWood Burning
Flooring
Luxury Vinyl
Furnished
Unfurnished
Heating
Heat Pump
Interior Features
Attic FanAttic VentilatorCeiling Fan(s)Eating Space In KitchenKitchen/Family Room ComboLiving Room/Dining Room ComboPrimary Bedroom Main FloorSolid Surface CountersWalk-In Closet(s)Window Treatments
Laundry Features
In Garage
Living Area
1748
Rooms Total
6
Construction
Architectural Style
Florida
Builder Model
Bostonian
Building Area Source
Public Records
Building Area Units
Square Feet
Common Walls
End Unit
Construction Materials
BlockStone
Direction Faces
Southwest
Foundation Details
Slab
Levels
One
Living Area Source
Public Records
Living Area Units
Square Feet
Roof
Shingle
Stories Total
Yes
Year Built
1985
Site & Exterior
Covered Spaces
2
Exterior Features
Irrigation SystemSliding Doors
Flood Zone Code
X
Garage Spaces
2
I D X Participation
Yes
Lot Features
ClearedLandscapedLevelNear Golf Course
Lot Size Acres
0.04
Lot Size Area
1703
Lot Size Square Feet
1703
Lot Size Units
Square Feet
Open Parking
Yes
Parking Features
DrivewayGarage Door OpenerOff Street
Patio And Porch Features
CoveredFront PorchRear PorchScreened
Pool Features
Other
Public Survey Range
20E
Public Survey Section
24
Road Frontage Type
Street Paved
Road Surface Type
PavedAsphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Total Acreage
0 to less than 1/4
Utilities
Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedSewer ConnectedSprinkler MeterStreet LightsUnderground UtilitiesWater Connected
Vegetation
Mature Landscaping
View
GardenPark/Greenbelt
Zoning
PUD
Financials
Amenities Additional Fees
Golf memberships available at 1, 2 or all 3 community courses OR “pay as you play” options. RV and personal storage options available for additional fee.
Association Fee
493.96
Association Fee Frequency
Monthly
Association Fee Includes
Common Area TaxesCommunity PoolMaintenance StructureMaintenance GroundsPool MaintenanceRecreational FacilitiesTrash
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft
113.84
Contract Status Change Date
2026-04-20
Current Price
199000
Feed Types
BBO
Land Lease
Yes
Lease Considered
Yes
Minimum Lease
6 Months
Monthly H O A Amount
493.96
Owner Name
DONNA RUPE SPINELLI & FRANCIS HELMUTH
Ownership
Leasehold
Parcel Number
3530196707
Public Survey Township
16S
Tax Annual Amount
513.97
Tax Book Number
P-065BUILDIN
Tax Legal Description
SEC 24 TWP 16 RGE 20 PORTION OF TRACT Y CIRCLE SQUARE WOODS AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK P PAGE 065 BUILDING 1967 DWELLING G (8671G SW 97TH ST)
Tax Lot
9
Tax Year
2025
Total Annual Fees
5927.52
Total Monthly Fees
493.96

Neighborhood & Lifestyle

Community & Association
Additional Lease Restrictions
Community Standards require that the shortest-term rental allowed is 6 months and 1 week for a FURNISHED unit. Twelve-month leases permitted for furnished our unfurnished units.
Association Amenities
Basketball CourtClubhouseElevator(s)Fence RestrictionsFitness CenterGatedMaintenanceOptional Additional FeesPickleball Court(s)PlaygroundPoolRacquetballRecreation FacilitiesSaunaShuffleboard CourtSpa/Hot TubTennis Court(s)
Association Approval Required
Yes
Association Email
lori_sands@otowfl.com
Association Fee Requirement
Required
Association Name
Lori Sands
Association Phone
352-873-0848
Association U R L
www.otowinfo.com
Community Features
Association Recreation - OwnedBuyer Approval RequiredClubhouseCommunity MailboxDeed RestrictionsDog ParkFitness CenterGated Community - No GuardGolf Carts OKGolfParkPlaygroundPoolRacquetballRestaurantSpecial Community RestrictionsTennis Court(s)
Lease Restrictions
Yes
M L S Area Major
34481 - Ocala
Number Of Pets
3
Pet Restrictions
Owners are required to pick up after their pets. Marion County FL has a leash law.
Pets Allowed
Number Limit
Senior Community
Yes
Subdivision Name
ON TOP OF THE WORLD
Listing provided courtesy of STELLAR via IDX. Updated: Jun 23, 2026, 1:08pm.
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