8889 SW 96th Street #E, Ocala, FL 34481
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Real Estate Champions
Listed by: colleen skeffington
Office: florida advantage realty group
MLS#:OM718338
Source:MFRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$169,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$76.19
- Monthly HOA dues:$493
About this home
$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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Home facts
- Year built:1986
- Listing ID #:OM718338
- Added:77 day(s) ago
- Updated:April 26, 2026 at 02:10 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Luxury Vinyl
- Dining Description:Eat In Kitchen, Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Bedroom Description:Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Living area:1,748 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Heat Pump
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
- Year built:1986
- Building area:1,748 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.04 Acres
- Construction Materials:Block, Stucco
- Exterior Features:Rain Gutters
- Foundation Description:Slab
- Levels:1 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public, Water Connected
- Sewer:Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$169,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$76.19
- Tax amount:$1,356 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, In Garage, Washer
- Amenities:Basketball Court, Cable Connected, Cable TV, Ceiling Fans(s), Clubhouse, Eat-in Kitchen, Fence Restrictions, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf Course, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Maintenance, Optional Additional Fees, Park, Pickleball Court(s), Playground, Pool, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Racquetball, Recreation Facilities, Sauna, Shuffleboard Court, Spa/Hot Tub, Storage, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s), Underground Utilities, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Pool features:Pool, Public Pool
Parking
- Parking description:Attached Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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