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8850 SW 97TH ST #C
OCALA, FL 34481 - ON TOP OF THE WORLD - MLS# OM732115
- Beds2
- Baths2
- Living area1,341 sqft
- Lot size0.05 acres
- Year built1986
- Days on market23
About this home
** NEW PRICE! SELLER SAYS "LET'S MAKE A DEAL" - BRING ALL OFFERS! This charming EXPANDED Philadelphian villa is located in the Friendship Colony neighborhood of On Top of the World, a premier 55+ gated golf community designed to offer an active and comfortable lifestyle. Roof 2018 & HVAC 2016. Nestled on a peaceful, tree-lined street, the villa boasts green space in both the front and back, along with an extra-long driveway that accommodates both a car and a golf cart. Inside, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms and two full baths, including a private primary suite with a large walk-in closet and an updated en suite bath featuring a step-in shower for added convenience and comfort. The home features a bright eat-in kitchen that leads to a 1.5 car garage where the laundry is conveniently located. The spacious living and dining room area displays beautiful hardwood floors and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxing. A finished Florida room, screened lanai, and covered patio create ideal spots to enjoy morning coffee, casual meals, or entertaining amidst the serene green surroundings. Centrally positioned within the community, this villa offers easy access to On Top of the World’s many amenities. These include four swimming pools (three outdoor (THE SUMMIT IS BRAND NEW) and one indoor), two modern fitness centers, and a wide variety of recreational activities such as pickleball, tennis, archery, bocce ball, shuffleboard, billiards, and more. Over 175 clubs and social groups help residents stay engaged and connected, while additional facilities like a woodworking shop, library, archery range, and remote-control flying field offer unique hobbies and interests. The monthly HOA fee covers basic cable, exterior maintenance, roof repairs, irrigation, landscaping, trash and recycling, insurance, and round-the-clock monitored gates for peace of mind. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from the World Equestrian Center, with easy access to cruise ports, airports, shopping centers, and Orlando’s vibrant entertainment options, this villa offers a blend of comfort, convenience, and community for those seeking the best in 55+ living. Priced to sell by motivated owner!
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Living area
- 1,341 sqft
- Interior features
- Attic Ventilator, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
Lot & exterior
- Lot size
- 0.05 acres
- Property type
- Villa
- Subdivision
- ON TOP OF THE WORLD
- Year built
- 1986
Garage & parking
- Garage
- 1-car attached garage - Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Location
- City
- OCALA
- County
- Marion
- State
- FL
- Zip code
- 34481
- Coordinates
- 29.081449, -82.265496
Additional details
Inside the home
- Interior features
- Attic Ventilator, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Amenities
- Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Elevators, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Maintenance, Optional Additional Fees, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Racquetball, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Court(s)
- HOA fee
- $494 / Monthly
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Stories
- 1
- Pets
- Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
Schools
- Elementary
- -
- Middle
- -
- High
- -
Map
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX FOXFIRE - HWY200/103 S. Source: mfrmls. MLS# OM732115.
Listed by: RE/MAX FOXFIRE - HWY200/103 SSource: Stellar MLS - MLS# OM732115
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