Ocala Highlands Real Estate

Ocala Highlands Real Estate

Welcome to Ocala Highlands, a charming subdivision nestled in the heart of Ocala, Florida, in Marion County. Known for its lush landscapes and friendly community, Ocala Highlands offers a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life while still providing easy access to all the amenities you could desire.

This picturesque neighborhood is characterized by its spacious lots, mature trees, and well-maintained homes, each exuding a unique charm. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, looking to retire, or seeking a peaceful place to raise a family, Ocala Highlands has something for everyone. The community is designed with a focus on comfort and convenience, making it an ideal place to call home.

One of the highlights of living in Ocala Highlands is its proximity to Ocala’s vibrant downtown area, where you can explore an array of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Enjoy the local farmer’s market, indulge in culinary delights at cozy cafes, or take a leisurely stroll through the scenic parks that dot the area. For outdoor enthusiasts, the nearby Ocala National Forest offers endless opportunities for hiking, fishing, and horseback riding, showcasing Florida's natural beauty.

Families will appreciate the excellent school district and the sense of community that Ocala Highlands fosters. With friendly neighbors and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s a place where you can truly feel at home.

Discover the charm of Ocala Highlands today, where your dream home awaits amidst the beauty of central Florida!

Newest Listings in Ocala Highlands

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OM729084 MLS

Tidy move-in ready 3/2 block home in Ocala Highlands, built in 2007, offers 1,321 sq ft of living area, a 2-car garage, and rear open porch. The open, functional layout with cathedral ceilings, and great room with corner fireplace suits first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors alike. In 2021, the garage foundation was proactively stabilized (Permit #BLD21-1735) and verified by a follow-up engineering review — documentation available upon request.

731 Se 30th Avenue, Ocala

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OM726265 MLS

Experience the perfect blend of modern comfort and classic charm in this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence located in the highly desirable SE Ocala Highlands. Step inside to find a warm, inviting floor plan featuring beautifully refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint throughout, and tastefully renovated kitchen and bathrooms. The thoughtful layout offers seamless flow from the welcoming entrance and formal living room into a separate family room, providing a highly versatile flex space ideal for a home office, media room, or play area. The true highlight of this exceptional property is the private backyard oasis, completely enclosed by a low-maintenance vinyl privacy fence and equipped with two storage sheds. Designed for year-round outdoor living and entertaining, it boasts a resurfaced pool within a screened enclosure, surrounded by gorgeous new decking that offers multiple distinct sitting and lounging areas. Nestled inside the Ocala city limits, this turnkey home offers an unmatched lifestyle just minutes from historic downtown Ocala, the Fort King Tennis Center, Ocala Golf Club, and Jervey Gantt Park.

636 Se 31st Terrace, Ocala

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OM725845 MLS

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home located in the desirable Ocala Highlands community! Perfect as a starter home or investment opportunity, this move-in ready property offers comfortable living with plenty of space to enjoy both indoors and out. Step inside to find a warm and inviting layout with abundant natural light and functional living spaces. The spacious screened patio is ideal for relaxing mornings, outdoor dining, or entertaining guests year-round. The fully fenced backyard provides privacy and room for pets, play, or gardening. Additional features include a 1-car garage, well-maintained interiors, and a convenient location close to shopping, dining, schools, and local amenities. Don’t miss your chance to own this adorable home!

745 Se 29th Avenue, Ocala

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ OM691016 MLS

Bring your horses and enjoy this beautiful property with endless possibilities and style. Boasting just over 18 acres of agricultural land, this pool home has everything you need to enjoy the country life while being conveniently located to I-75, downtown Ocala, medical facilities, shopping, restaurants and more. The main residence is full of character and has 4 bedrooms, a bonus room, 3 full bathrooms and a 2-car garage with overhead loft storage. This home even includes a true basement which is a rare find for a Florida home! Enter the home into a fully functional utility room to meet all of your storage needs. This home has 2 wood burning fireplaces and 1 gas fireplace faced with original Chicago brick to enjoy in the cool winter months. The island kitchen provides a both functionality and style with an electric in-island range and overhead commercial hood, stainless steel appliances and a unique terrazzo flooring. The remainder of the home has true hardwood flooring and an abundance of natural light. Enjoy the hot summer weather in your open pool, complete with a full pool bathroom. The roof was replaced in 2023. There are two A/C units, a whole home generator, 2 instant electric water heaters, a 250-gallon propane tank, solar panels (will be paid off by seller), 3 wells, 4 electric meters (one in each barn, one in main residence and one in mobile home - provided by Duke Energy). A fully functional workshop has everything you need to work on your hobbies or to provide additional storage for your farm equipment. This workshop can be utilized as a barn apartment, as it includes an office with mini split, a tack room with a wall A/C unit, a fully functional kitchen, a full bathroom, a built-in 1950 Dewalt, and a water heater. The adjacent hay barn is hooked up to a 50 AMP electric service. There is plenty of room for all your horses as well as boarding opportunities for others. There are two horse barns on the property. One barn has 9 stalls and the other has 10 stalls. Enjoy BBQs and picnics all year round on the newly constructed concrete pad. The property has 3 RV pads that all share one septic system and one well. A 2023 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom double-wide mobile home is currently rented on the property. Please note that the storage shed belongs to the tenant and does NOT convey with the sale. The property has a total of 8 paddocks, a 60-foot round pen with an observation deck and a 100 x 180 arena. This property is a horse enthusiast’s dream. Schedule your showing today and make this property your own!

208 Ne 70th Street, Ocala

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About Rhonda Cassidy

Meet Rhonda Cassidy Trusted Ocala REALTOR®, Luxury Home Specialist, and Advocate for Buyers & Sellers Throughout Central Florida Real estate isn't just my career—it's my calling. I was born and raised in Ocala, Florida, and for more than five decades I've had the privilege of watching this community grow into one of the most desirable places to call home. It's where I raised my two beautiful daughters, where my grandchildren are creating their own memories, and where my family continues to put down roots. Ocala isn't simply the market I serve—it's home. Before beginning my career in real estate, I spent more than 20 years as a store manager for one of the nation's largest furniture retailers. Those years taught me the importance of leadership, communication, customer service, and earning people's trust. While I enjoyed my career, I always knew there was something else I was meant to do. For years, my mother and I dreamed about getting our real estate licenses together. Life had different plans. After courageously battling breast cancer, she passed away before we ever attended our first class together. I put that dream aside for a while. Then one day, when my employer wanted to relocate me away from Ocala, I realized God was opening a different door. Instead of moving away from the community I loved, I chose to pursue the career that had always been on my heart. I've often said: "My previous career chose me. I chose real estate." Looking back, my only regret is that I didn't pursue it sooner. A Different Kind of Real Estate Experience Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions most people will ever make. It's not something people do every day. That's why I never forget that every transaction represents someone's next chapter. Whether you're purchasing your very first home, relocating to Central Florida, downsizing into a 55+ community, searching for a luxury home, or saying goodbye to a family home filled with memories, I believe you deserve more than someone who simply unlocks doors or places a sign in your yard. You deserve someone who stands beside you every step of the way. My Promise to Every Client When someone hires Rhonda Cassidy, they can expect honesty. I believe the best advice isn't always the easiest advice to hear. My responsibility isn't to tell clients what they want to hear—it's to give them the knowledge, guidance, and perspective they need to make confident decisions. Sometimes that means having difficult conversations. Sometimes it means recommending a different strategy. Sometimes it means protecting a client from making an expensive mistake. No matter the situation, my commitment remains the same: Your best interests will always come before my own. When we work together, I want you to know that I'm in your corner. We're wearing the same team jersey. Solving Problems Is What I Do Every real estate transaction has challenges. Appraisal issues. Inspection concerns. Unexpected repairs. Negotiations. Changing market conditions. My clients often describe me as a problem solver because I focus on finding solutions instead of focusing on obstacles. I believe my job is to carry as much of the stress as possible so my clients don't have to. One seller who originally tried selling his home on his own eventually hired me after realizing how complicated the process had become. He nearly accepted an offer that wasn't in his best interest before we sat down and reviewed his options together. Although we didn't always agree during the process, honesty remained at the center of every conversation. By the time we closed, he sold his home for approximately $26,000 more than he had originally planned. Afterward, he told me several times, "I wish I had hired you sooner." That client has since referred multiple friends and family members to me—not because I told him what he wanted to hear, but because I protected his interests from beginning to end. To me, that's what great representation looks like. Compassion Beyond the Transaction Some of the most meaningful moments in my career have nothing to do with sales prices. I've worked with families who were grieving the loss of a parent while trying to sell a home from another state. During those difficult seasons, I knew they needed more than a Realtor. They needed someone they could trust. I coordinated cleaning out the home. I arranged lawn maintenance. I handled details they couldn't easily manage from hundreds of miles away. My goal was simple: Take as much off their shoulders as possible so they could focus on healing. Real estate isn't always about buying and selling. Sometimes it's about helping people through one of life's biggest transitions with compassion, patience, and understanding. Staying Ahead in a Changing Market Real estate is constantly evolving, and so is my approach. Every Monday is what I call Marketing Monday. It's dedicated time to studying market trends, reviewing competing listings, analyzing pricing strategies, evaluating buyer activity, and looking for opportunities to better position my clients' homes. I also embrace today's technology to provide my clients with a competitive advantage. My marketing strategy includes: Professional digital marketing Artificial intelligence (AI) marketing Search engine optimization (SEO) YouTube video marketing Social media marketing Ongoing market analysis Continuous education and innovation The real estate industry changes quickly, and I believe my clients deserve an agent who never stops learning. Areas of Expertise Throughout my career, I've developed particular expertise in: 55+ communities throughout Ocala and The Villages Golf course communities Luxury homes Pool homes Relocation to Central Florida Residential home sales Buyer representation Seller representation As an eXp Luxury Certified Agent, I understand the unique marketing, negotiation, and presentation strategies required to successfully represent luxury properties while delivering exceptional service to every client, regardless of price point. Leadership, Mentorship, and Giving Back I'm proud to be an eXp Realty ICON Agent, a recognition earned through production, professionalism, and contribution to the company. I'm equally proud to serve as a mentor to new real estate agents. I remember what it felt like when I first entered this business and didn't always know where to turn. Helping other agents build successful careers allows me to give back to an industry that has given so much to me. Watching others succeed is one of the most rewarding parts of my career. Life Outside of Real Estate When I'm not helping clients, you'll usually find me spending time with my family. Being a Nana to my twin granddaughters, Camilla ("Mug") and Charlotte ("Sweet Char"), is one of life's greatest blessings. My husband and I also enjoy playing golf together in an Ocala golf league, spending time on the water fishing, and taking advantage of everything Central Florida has to offer. One of my favorite things about living here is that both Florida's east coast and west coast are just a short drive away. Whether we're enjoying the beach, spending time outdoors, or making memories with family, I'm reminded every day why I love calling this area home. Why Clients Continue to Choose Rhonda Cassidy Clients choose me because they know I'll tell them the truth. They know I'll answer the phone when I'm available—even after traditional business hours—because real estate doesn't always happen between 9 and 5. They know I'll continue learning, adapting, and embracing new technology to better serve them. Most importantly, they know I'll always work as though I'm wearing the same team jersey. When your goals become my goals, we become partners. That's how I believe real estate should be. Ready to Make Your Next Move? Whether you're buying your first home, selling a luxury property, relocating to Ocala, exploring 55+ communities, or simply wondering what your home is worth in today's market, I'd be honored to help. Let's have a conversation about your goals and create a strategy that puts your best interests first.

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