Property
ActiveResidential
1/60
$149,999

8715 SW 97TH STREET E

Ocala, FL 34481
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,369
SqFt
0.04
Acres
STELLAR
#OM727221
Updated: Jun 30, 2026, 9:23am

Property Description

Welcome home to this spacious, move-in-ready Birmingham Model Villa located in the highly sought-after On Top of the World, Ocala's premier gated 55+ golf community. Designed for comfortable, low-maintenance living, this popular villa offers 2 bedrooms, 2 updated baths, and a versatile tandem 2-car garage with endless possibilities. 2026 Roof, 2012 HVAC maintained regularly, & garage door 2021. A charming covered front porch welcomes you and provides the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind with an evening beverage while taking in the peaceful neighborhood setting. Inside, you'll appreciate the thoughtfully designed floor plan featuring a spacious living room, plantation shutters throughout, and an abundance of natural light thanks to several solar tubes. The guest bedroom, located at the front of the home, offers a generous closet and is conveniently situated next to the beautifully updated guest bath. Tucked away at the rear of the home for added privacy, the primary suite features a walk-in closet and an updated en suite bath with a custom tiled walk-in shower and glass enclosure. The heart of the home is the beautifully updated kitchen, complete with granite countertops, an “L” island, updated appliances, and a window overlooking the sink—creating a bright and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen, the spacious family room flows seamlessly into the finished Florida Room, where attractive non-skid tile flooring and walls of windows create the perfect space to relax, entertain, or simply enjoy the Florida sunshine year-round. The oversized tandem garage has been thoughtfully modified with a partition wall and doors to create a separate laundry and utility area, leaving additional space that would make an ideal craft room, workshop, hobby area, home office, or extra storage.
Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a seasonal retreat, this beautifully updated villa offers the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, and the exceptional active-adult lifestyle that makes On Top of the World one of Ocala's most desirable 55+ communities. 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; four pools (3 outside including the brand new Summit w/resistance pool & 1 inside), two state of the art fitness centers, pickleball (uncovered & covered), billiards, archery range, multiple dog parks, 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. POTENTIAL TURN-KEY OPPORTUNITY WITH FURNISHINGS INCLUDED....
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Property Details

Highlights
View
Yes
Interior
Additional Rooms
Florida Room
Appliances
DishwasherDisposalDryerElectric Water HeaterMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher
Bathrooms Total Decimal
2
Building Area Total
2210
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
CarpetCeramic TileLaminate
Furnished
Negotiable
Heating
ElectricHeat Pump
Interior Features
Attic VentilatorCeiling Fan(s)Eating Space In KitchenKitchen/Family Room ComboLiving Room/Dining Room ComboPrimary Bedroom Main FloorStone CountersWalk-In Closet(s)Window Treatments
Laundry Features
In Garage
Living Area
1369
Rooms Total
5
Security Features
Gated CommunitySmoke Detector(s)
Window Features
BlindsWindow Treatments
Construction
Architectural Style
Florida
Builder Model
Birmingham
Builder Name
Colen Development
Building Area Source
Public Records
Building Area Units
Square Feet
Construction Materials
BlockStucco
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
1987
Site & Exterior
Covered Spaces
2
Exterior Features
Sprinkler Metered
Flood Zone Code
X
Garage Dimensions
35x12
Garage Spaces
2
I D X Participation
Yes
Lot Features
LandscapedLevelNear Golf Course
Lot Size Acres
0.04
Lot Size Area
1847
Lot Size Square Feet
1847
Lot Size Units
Square Feet
Open Parking
Yes
Parking Features
DrivewayGarage Door OpenerGround LevelOff Street
Patio And Porch Features
CoveredFront Porch
Pool Features
Other
Public Survey Range
20E
Public Survey Section
24
Road Surface Type
AsphaltPaved
Sewer
Public Sewer
Total Acreage
0 to less than 1/4
Utilities
Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedSewer ConnectedStreet LightsUnderground UtilitiesWater Connected
Vegetation
Mature Landscaping
View
Garden
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
109.57
Contract Status Change Date
2026-06-27
Current Price
149999
Feed Types
BBO
Lease Considered
Yes
Minimum Lease
6 Months
Monthly H O A Amount
493.96
Owner Name
STEVEN CAMPBELL
Ownership
Leasehold
Parcel Number
3530200805
Public Survey Township
16S
Tax Annual Amount
858.94
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 2008 DWELLING E (8715-E SW 97TH ST)
Tax Lot
Yes
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. CONFIRM W/HOA
Association Amenities
Basketball CourtClubhouseElevator(s)Fence RestrictionsFitness CenterGatedMaintenanceOptional Additional FeesParkPickleball 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 30, 2026, 9:23am.
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