8612 SW 61ST COURT, OCALA, FL, 34476
Active155 days on marketListed Mar 3, 2026MLS #OM719703
About this home
8612 SW 61ST COURT
MOTIVATED SELLER! NEW ROOF! NEW WATER HEATER! NEW PAINTED DRIVEWAY! Welcome to easy Florida living in this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with a versatile den or office and a spacious 2-car garage, located in a desirable 55+ community. Enjoy year-round relaxation in the window-enclosed lanai, perfectly positioned to extend your living space and provide a bright, comfortable retreat. The open floor plan is highlighted by vaulted ceilings and solar tubes that fill the home with natural light. The granite kitchen features stainless steel appliances and convenient pull-out cabinetry, offering both style and functionality. The primary suite is a relaxing retreat with plantation shutters, a walk-in closet, and a glass-enclosed shower. This home offers abundant additional closet space throughout for exceptional storage. Step outside to an added backyard patio, ideal for soaking up the Florida sunshine. The garage is well-equipped with a newer door and screen, outside utility sink, attic stairs, and partial flooring for additional overhead storage. Outdoor enhancements include landscape curbing, awnings over the windows that open and close, marble rock landscaping, private screening for summer BBQs with additional outdoor lighting, and an additional paver patio —creating the perfect space to relax and entertain. Residents of Marion Landing enjoy an impressive array of amenities designed for an active lifestyle, including a Lifestyle Center clubhouse, heated swimming pool and spa patio, fitness room, craft rooms, billiards, and even an eight-lane bowling alley. Outdoor recreation options abound with tennis courts, shuffleboard, bocce, basketball, plus convenient RV and boat parking when available for additional fee. Located close to shopping, restaurants, hospitals, and the famous World Equestrian Center. Don't wait and make your appt. today!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,891
Sqft
0.17 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1996
Year built
One
Levels
$148
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$2,228 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,228/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+9.9%
$/sqft vs Ocala actives
$148 vs $187
Days on market
155 vs 49 typical
Where $148/sqft sits among the 400 Ocala actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Marion Landing
Get to know Ocala. See the full Ocala guide →
Marion Landing — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,202
Median age
57
Median income
$64,741
Median home value
$227,900
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
149
For the school run
Marion County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Ocala market
$285K → $285K
Ocala median sold, yr/yr
97.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
162 of 400
Ocala actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Ocala, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 3% below the OCALA 34476 median. See the full Ocala market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8612 SW 61ST COURT
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$279,000
8611 SW 65TH AVENUE ROAD · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,885 sqft · $148/sqft · 12 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$206,000
8478 SW 60 COURT · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,863 sqft · $111/sqft · 92 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$255,000
6492 SW 84TH STREET · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,935 sqft · $132/sqft · 35 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8612 SW 61ST COURT — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8612 SW 61ST COURT — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
8612 SW 61ST COURT FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8612 SW 61ST COURT?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,228/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $200/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 8612 SW 61ST COURT?+
The association fee works out to $200 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 8612 SW 61ST COURT?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,149. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 8612 SW 61ST COURT?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Ocala?+
At $279,999, this home is listed about 6% below the Ocala median of $299,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8612 SW 61ST COURT?+
Liberty Middle School (middle), Hammett Bowen Junior Elementary School (elementary), West Port High School (high) — Marion County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the OCALA 34476 market on paper
$279,999 is 3% below the OCALA 34476 median of $287,740, and at $148/sqft it sits under the Ocala average of $207.
02Time on market is leverage
155 days on market against a Ocala median of 49 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $289,999, now $279,999 — a $10K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of ALL FLORIDA HOMES REALTY LLC · Nichole Roberts. MLS #OM719703.
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