Ocala Preserve | 55+ & All Ages Resort Community | Shea Homes sits in Ocala and covers more than 600 acres with gently rolling hills, groves of live oaks, and plenty of green space, making it feel peaceful and set away from busy city life but still close to places like Belleview, Citrus Springs, Dunnellon, Inverness, Lady Lake, and more. Buyers can find single-family homes and duplexes in a range of one-story floorplans with sizes from about 1,320 to 2,641 square feet, some even with upgrades like tray ceilings, special kitchen and bath packages, custom cabinets, BBQ areas, gas stubs, and coach lights. The homes come with two or more bedrooms and bathrooms, and there's help for those interested in customizing or understanding the home buying process through resources like the Shea Homes Design Studio and guides for living in a new home.
The community works for both 55+ and all ages, so families and retirees can both fit in, and there's a secure, gated entrance. Amenities from Shea Homes, Trilogy® Resort Communities, and Shea SIGNATURE® Communities add more activities and features, like the Oak House, a 17,000 square foot club with a restaurant called Salted Brick, a full bar, a culinary kitchen, a golf pro shop, games and media rooms, covered balconies, and a spa for relaxing. For those who enjoy sports and outdoor fun, the Tom Lehman and Tripp Davis-designed golf course winds through the community, and there are tennis courts, pickleball courts, bocce ball, volleyball, walking, jogging, hiking, and biking trails. The Outdoor Fitness Park has exercise equipment, and the Avid Trails™ Fit Pod™ Track makes it easy for anyone who wants a safe, soft path for running or walking, with stations along the way for other workouts.
There's a Shoreline Outfitter where residents can get gear to kayak, paddleboat, or fish on the 7-acre lake, plus three community parks-Exploration Park, Reunion Park, and a special dog park-so folks and their pets can get out and explore. The resort-style pool, lap pool, and amenity center offer spaces to cool off and socialize, and a community restaurant and bar give even more places to meet up. Around the community, buyers will see plenty of landscaped paths, groves of trees, and scenic views, which make daily walks or bike rides worth it. The homes connect indoors and outdoors, with designs aiming to make each space feel open and easy to live in.
Ocala Preserve also tries to meet all kinds of needs, including eco-conscious choices, health and wellness features, and some upgrades that let buyers add a bit of luxury while sticking to their budget. Prices for new homes start at $259,900 and go up to $453,990, with quick move-in homes available. For anyone looking for events, amenities, and updates, there's community information online through Livabl, and people can take virtual tours or use the interactive map to get a better sense of the place before visiting.
The sales center keeps regular hours most days at 5156 NW 41st Loop, Ocala, and staff can help schedule tours or explain builder offers. Residents get access to things like SheaConnect® for community engagement, and My Shea Home Benefits, plus coffee shops, bakeries, and restaurants in the area, and nearby hotels or resorts for visitors. The community is close to the World Equestrian Center, so those interested in horses have easy access to top venues. Everything in Ocala Preserve feels designed to offer easy living for many ages and needs, with a focus on simple comfort and access to good ways to stay active, socialize, and enjoy the Florida landscape.
