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8889 SW 96TH ST #E,  OCALA, FL 34481

MLS# OM718338.  2 beds.  2.0 baths.  Villa.  Active

$493.96 Monthly Fees.  $1,356 in taxes (2025)

$169,900

 

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$27, 000 PRICE IMPROVEMENT – NOW $169, 900 | UPDATED BOSTONIAN VILLA IN On Top of the World | ENCLOSED LANAI | 55+ COMMUNITY LIVING | NEAR R/C FLYING FIELD Now offered at $169, 900 after a $27, 000 price improvement, this updated Bostonian model villa in On Top of the World is a standout opportunity for buyers searching for an affordable, move-in ready home in a premier 55+ community in Ocala, Florida. This well-maintained villa offers a functional, open layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen features abundant cabinetry and a breakfast bar, flowing seamlessly into the main living area with new luxury vinyl plank flooring for a clean, modern, low-maintenance feel. Bathrooms are finished with durable tile flooring, and the bedroom provides a comfortable and private retreat. The enclosed lanai under heat and air with tile flooring adds valuable year-round living space—perfect for a Florida room, hobby area, or additional entertaining space. Major updates include a 2018 roof and 2017 HVAC, providing peace of mind and reducing future maintenance concerns. Enjoy low-maintenance villa living with exterior upkeep included, giving you more time to enjoy the unmatched lifestyle at On Top of the World. Residents have access to resort-style amenities including golf, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness centers, pickleball, tennis, clubs, and a full social calendar. You’ll also enjoy golf cart access to Publix, shopping, dining, and nearby Circle Square Commons, plus close proximity to the World Equestrian Center. A major lifestyle bonus—and a rare feature that sets this community apart—is access to the private R/C Flying Field within On Top of the World Communities, featuring a 600’ x 50’ asphalt runway, a 600’ x 50’ grass runway, and a large pavilion. This is a huge draw for remote control airplane enthusiasts, hobbyists, and aviation lovers looking for a unique amenity right in their neighborhood. If you’re searching for an updated villa in On Top of the World Ocala, affordable 55+ homes under $200K, low-maintenance Florida retirement living, or a home near an R/C flying field, this property delivers exceptional value. At $169, 900, this home is aggressively positioned in today’s market. If you’ve seen it before, now is the time to take another look—schedule your private showing today.

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  • Listing is courtesy Of: FLORIDA ADVANTAGE REALTY GROUP ((352-618-2926))
  • Listing Agent: Colleen Skeffington ((802-349-8771))
  • Days on yellowkey: 114
  • Property Type: Villa
  • Beds: 2
  • Baths: 2.0
  • Living Area Square Feet: 1748
  • Built 1986
  • Taxes: $1,356 (2025)
  • 1 Days off yellowkey (back on 5/4/2026 )
  • Garage Spaces:2 ()
  • Square Feet: 2230
  • Fees: $494 Monthly
  • Marion County
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional
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History:

DateListing TypeDays on yellowkeyMLS#EventPrice% Chg$/sqftSource
5/4/2026Sale86OM718338Back on yellowkey$169,900-76.1883MLS
2/7/2026Sale0OM718338listed for sale$196,900-76.1883MLS




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