Ocala, before you invest

Why it's growing, how the market is doing and what can go wrong. Every figure has its source.

Growth

+3.4%

The fastest-growing U.S. metro by percentage, July 2024 to July 2025, and the year before (+4%). Up 17.65% since 2020. Census via Star-Banner

Prices, last year

+2.2%

From Q2 2025 to Q2 2026. Over ten years they rose 8.6% a year on average; since 2023, about 2.3% a year. FHFA

Housing supply

50,784

Homes approved in Marion from 2016 to March 2022, 32,475 in the southwest of the city. That much supply can hold back prices and rents. Star-Banner

Unemployment, Dec. 2025

5.6%

The local economic agency highlights manufacturing, logistics and technology. Ocala CEP

Close to five airports

Approximate distance to Downtown Ocala. Ocala Marion

Many new communities in Ocala have shared spaces like these. The photos are from one of the communities Nora works with.

Amenities, HOA dues and rules vary by project. Nora tells you what each one includes.

Insurance
Florida rates rose 18% in 2025. Get a quote before reserving. Insurify
Short-term rental
An HOA can ban rentals under 6 months. Confirm each community's rules before you reserve. Becker
The exit
When a foreign person sells, 15% is withheld under FIRPTA until taxes are filed. Florida Realtors

Tell us what you're looking for and we'll show you the options in Ocala and Orlando that fit you, with clear numbers from the first call.

Nora Collazos, REALTOR® · Professional Realty of Ocala