Carefree Living in a Top 55+ Gated Golf Community! Updated 3-bed, 3-bath home in a highly desirable 55+ community in Southwest Ocala, Florida. Perfect for buyers seeking Florida retirement living, snowbird homes, golf course communities, or low-maintenance lifestyles. Enjoy a bright layout, modern kitchen, Florida room, and major upgrades: New Roof (2019), New AC (2023), and Fresh Exterior Paint (2024). Community perks include golf, multiple pools, pickleball, fitness centers, walking trails, and endless social activities—ideal for anyone searching for active lifestyle communities or Ocala 55+ homes for sale. Motivated sellers — bring your offers! Move-in-ready and priced for buyers who want sunshine, convenience, and community. Schedule your showing today! ??
For sale
Price cut: $5K (12/9)
$254,900
9770 SW 97th Pl, Ocala, FL 34481
3beds
1,736sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$147/sqft
$511/mo HOA
What's special
Florida roomBright layoutModern kitchen
- 281 days |
- 303 |
- 5 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 09, 2025 at 06:37pm
Listing Provided by:
Megan Guthrie 724-366-8486,
RE/MAX FOXFIRE - HWY200/103 S 352-479-0123
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: OM696379
Originating MLS: Ocala - Marion

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Florida Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Attic Fan, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Thermostat
- Flooring: Tile
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,253
- Total interior livable area: 1,736 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Golf Cart Parking, Underground
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Other, Patio, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Irrigation System, Rain Gutters, Storage
Lot
- Features: Landscaped
- Residential vegetation: Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 3530300411
- Zoning: PUD
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Florida
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Details
- Builder model: Winthrop
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Street Lights, Underground Utilities, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Community Mailbox, Deed Restrictions, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated Community - No Guard, Golf Carts OK, Golf, Park, Pool, Restaurant, Tennis Court(s)
- Security: Gated Community, Smoke Detector(s)
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: ON TOP OF THE WORLD
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Cable TV, Clubhouse, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Course, Lobby Key Required, Playground, Pool, Recreation Facilities, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Community Pool, Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Private Road, Trash
- HOA fee: $511 monthly
- HOA name: Lori Sands
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: Ocala
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $147/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $256,369
- Annual tax amount: $3,686
- Date on market: 3/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 281 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Leasehold
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/9/2025 | Price change | $254,900-1.9%$147/sqft |
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| 9/27/2025 | Price change | $259,900-3.7%$150/sqft |
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| 3/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $269,900+71.7%$155/sqft |
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| 1/10/2020 | Listing removed | $157,200$91/sqft |
Source: ON TOP OF THE WORLD RE MARION #OM563757 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $157,200+2.1%$91/sqft |
Source: ON TOP OF THE WORLD RE MARION #OM563757 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,686 -10.1% | $256,369 -8.7% |
| 2023 | $4,100 +35.1% | $280,760 +73.2% |
| 2022 | $3,036 +11.8% | $162,055 +10% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,184/mo
Principal & interest
$1240
HOA Fees
$511
Other costs
$433
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 34481
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.2 mi
- 4/10Liberty Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5 mi
- 4/10West Port High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.4 mi
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