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521 E Fort King St, Ocala, FL, 34471

$979,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 2 Partial
3,600 SqFt
$272/SqFt
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521 E Fort King St, Ocala$979,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDriveway, Garage Door Opener
Garage3 spaces
Year Built1887
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
FireplaceDecorative, Family Room, Living Room, Other, Primary Bedroom
MLS #OM675773
Lot Size0.37 Acres
StatusActive

About 521 E Fort King St

Welcome to one of the foremost historical homes in downtown Ocala! This meticulously restored home combines the charm and character of the past with today's contemporary comforts. This home is a piece of Ocala's history, known as "The Gary House". It boasts timeless architectural details, from the ornate moldings, high ceilings, heart pine and hickory hardwood floors to the seven decorative fireplaces throughout the home. Fresh interior paint combined with elegant modern lighting accentuate the historic charm while ensuring the modern comforts of today. The home went through an extensive upgrade in 1990 and has been lovingly cared for as both a residence and office. The first and second floors feature the living spaces with the third floor utilized as storage but could be converted to additional living space. Enjoy your private back courtyard with stunning fountain, perfect for evening entertainment. A rare find in historic homes, the driveway wraps around the home with 2 entrances leading to the spacious 3 car garage. There is ample parking for cars & golf cart to cruise to dinner downtown– the garage also features a large loft for storage. This property has a Neighborhood land use and an Office - Historic (OH) zoning. the land use and zoning permit a single family dwelling or an office. This gem is more than a house, it's a piece of Ocala's heritage. 2024 ROOF, 2022 Tankless gas hot water heater.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Historic
  • Year Built: 1887
  • Stories: 3
  • Living Area: 3,600 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: ROBERTS REAL ESTATE INC
  • Office Phone: (352) 351-0011
  • Listing Agent: Melissa Brackett

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Linoleum, Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Fireplace: Decorative, Family Room, Living Room, Other, Primary Bedroom

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: Private Mailbox, Sidewalk, Storage

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Driveway, Garage Door Opener

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.37 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Vanguard High School, Public Magnet Grades 9-12
  • Osceola Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Eighth Street Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Head east on East Fort King Street from downtown Ocala. Property is on the left at the NW corner of East Fort King Street and SE Tuscawilla Ave.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $979,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $272/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $6,556
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Ocala, FL

City

Med. Sold Price

$278.4K

Med. Price/SqFt

$173

Avg. Days On Market

66

# of Sold Homes

568

521 E Fort King St vs Ocala

26 DAYS ON ROCKET

-40 Days

$979,000

+$700.5K More

$272/SqFt

+$99 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $700.5K more than the Median Sold Price and $99/SqFt more than other homes in Ocala, FL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • MLS Number: #OM675773

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: ROBERTS REAL ESTATE INC
  • Office Phone: (352) 351-0011
  • Listing Agent: Melissa Brackett

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

May 31, 2002Home Sold
$355,000
May 22, 1997Home Sold
$322,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$6,556$358,546
2018$6,246$343,742
2017$6,399$343,040

History based on county public records data.

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Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$3,002

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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8
/10

  • Eighth Street Elementary School

  • 513 SE 8th St

  • 0.35 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Middle School

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4
/10

  • Osceola Middle School

  • 526 SE Tuscawilla Ave

  • 0.26 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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2
/10

  • Vanguard High School

  • 7 NW 28th St

  • 2.21 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $45,179. Most Ocala, FL residents have annual incomes less than $35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Frequently Asked Questions About 521 E Fort King St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 521 E Fort King St property is $979,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 521 E Fort King St is a house located in Ocala, Florida, 34471.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 521 E Fort King St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 521 E Fort King St are:
Eighth Street Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Osceola Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Vanguard High School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $6,556 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on May 31, 2002 for $355,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 521 E Fort King St has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 2 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 521 E Fort King St is 3,600 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 521 E Fort King St is 1887.

Rocket Homes›Florida›Marion County›Ocala›34471›521 E Fort King St

This home is located at 521 E Fort King St in Ocala, FL and zip code 34471. This 3,600 square foot home, which was built in 1887, sits on a 0.37 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 03, 2024 and is currently priced at $979,000.

While more than 75 listings in Ocala, FL in March 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 169 listings sold at asking price, and more than 324 were sold below. In March 2024 in Ocala, FL there were 2.4% more homes for sale than in February 2024. While the average time on the market in March 2024 was 66 days, the median list price was $278,438.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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