1520 NE 12TH STREET, Ocala, FL 34470

• 3 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 1,760 sqft

Property Description

This property is a rare find for the savvy investor: a turnkey, high-performing short-term rental with a PRIVATE POOL that blends 1960s character with the modern amenities travelers crave. Located in a high-demand corridor near Silver Springs State Park and the World Equestrian Center, this home offers immediate cash flow and long-term appreciation potential. The interior preserves its 1960s soul while offering a practical design with a radial "flow" that maximizes guest comfort. Featuring original, well-maintained hardwood floors two seperate living areas, a spacious kitchen equipped with new stainless steel appliances, and a dedicated hallway that separates the 3 bedrooms from the social living areas, ensuring quiet for sleeping guests. The backyard is engineered for low-maintenance luxury and high-impact guest reviews. A clever 3rd bathroom and utility room are located off the pool deck. This serves as a "mud room" or "cleanup station" where guests can wash off and store gear without tracking mess into the main house. A sun-drenched, moderately sized pool (optimized for easy maintenance) is surrounded by a massive concrete slab perfect for both relaxing and soaking up the serene atmosphere or entertaining. The back side of the yard is adorned by mature landscaping, shade trees, and complemented by a large storage shed for maintenance supplies or guest equipment. This versatile property can easily accommodates RVs or horse trailers, a massive "value-add" for the Ocala market. It also has high-value proximity to Historic Downtown Ocala AND is situated on a quiet dead-end street with no through-traffic. This listing is designed for a seamless "Day 1" operation. Everything from the furniture to the established rental history is ready for transfer without gaps in booking revenue. Whether you are looking for a high-yield short-term rental, a winter retreat, or a strategic buy-and-hold, the flexibility of this property is unmatched.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

April 21, 2026

Data Last Updated:

April 25, 2026 at 11:24PM

Listing Office:

VERAX REALTY LLC : 352-783-2462

Listing Agent:

Alexandrea Turner : 609-972-5446

MLS ID:

OM722738

Interior

• General: Ceiling Fans(s)Kitchen/Family Room ComboLiving Room/Dining Room Combo
• Appliances: DishwasherMicrowaveRangeRefrigerator
• Laundry: Laundry Room
• Flooring: Wood
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Electric

Exterior

• General: GardenLightingOtherPrivate YardStorage
• Pool: In Ground

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: ConcreteOnePillar/Post/Pier

Location

• Road/Access: Asphalt
• Originating MLS: Stellar MLS
• County: Marion

Lot

• Zoning: R1SEC 09 TWP 15 RGE 22 COM AT SE COR OF E 1/2 OF NW 1/4 OF SW 1/4 OF SEC 9 TH N 25 FT TH S 89-53-30 W 561.60 FT TH N 00-00-30 W 470 FT FOR POB TH S 89-53-30 E 100 FT TH N 00-00-30 E 140 FT TH S 89-53-30 W 100 FT TH S 00-00-30 W 140 FT TO POB. LESS & EX CEPT THE W .01 FT AKA L-3226582-000-00

Utilities

• Utilities: Electricity AvailableSewer AvailableWater Available
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: Stellar MLS
• Ownership: Fee Simple