Ocala, FL : Florida
Living a Singles Lifestyle in Ocala, FL, Florida
Ocala does not immediately come to mind as a place for singles. Yet there are a number of active adult communities in the area that are large enough to hold significant single populations. Notably those are On Top of the World and The Villages. Photo of Ocala commercial district courtesy of Wikipedia and Ebyabe.
Where to Retire in Ocala, FL and Home Prices
For those who prefer living in a development, there is a growing number of active adult communities in the Ocala area because there is more inexpensive land in this region.
Prices are more reasonable than in many other parts of Florida. The median price of a home was $280,000 in the 4th quarter of 2022, as reported by the NAR, and a 12% rise from a year earlier.
What Is Special about Ocala, FL
This is horse country - if you want to be near horses, you will be in heaven here in the "Horse Capital of the World". Ocala is a bit less crowded than south Florida. Silver Springs Nature Theme Park is located here, and many victorian homes and historic structures grace the Union Street area.
What Is Not Special about Ocala, FL
Ocala is in Florida's interior - if you have to live on the coast, it is not for you.
Climate and Physical Environment
The Silver River is the largest artesian spring formation in the world. Ocala National Forest is the 2nd largest national forest in Florida. Because of its interior location summers are hotter, the sun shines more days, and winters are cooler than the rest of Florida.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
Appleton Museum of Art, and Garlits Museum of Drag Racing are located here. Gainesville and the University of Florida are less than 40 miles away.
Crime
The crime rate is well above the national average.
Medical Facilities
There are 2 medical centers in Ocala - Munroe Regional and Ocala Regional.
Transportation
Interstate 75 runs through Ocala. Ocala International Airport offers commercial service. Amtrak has a station. Ocala is not considered a walkable town.
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