521 E Fort King STREET, Ocala, FL 34471

$889,000 Asking Price

4 beds
4 baths
3,600  sqft
Built in 1887

Welcome to one of the foremost historical homes in downtown Ocala! This meticulously restored home combines the charm and character of the past with today's contemporary comforts. This home is a piece of Ocala's history, known as "The Gary House". It boasts timeless architectural details, from the ornate moldings, high ceilings, heart pine and hickory hardwood floors to the seven decorative fireplaces throughout the home. Fresh interior paint combined with elegant modern lighting accentuate the historic charm while ensuring the modern comforts of today. The home went through an extensive upgrade in 1990 and has been lovingly cared for as both a residence and office. The first and second floors feature the living spaces with the third floor utilized as storage but could be converted to additional living space. Enjoy your private back courtyard with stunning fountain, perfect for evening entertainment. A rare find in historic homes, the driveway wraps around the home with 2 entrances leading to the spacious 3 car garage. There is ample parking for cars & golf cart to cruise to dinner downtown– the garage also features a large loft for storage. This property has a Neighborhood land use and an Office - Historic (OH) zoning. the land use and zoning permit a single family dwelling or an office. This gem is more than a house, it's a piece of Ocala's heritage. 2024 ROOF, 2022 Tankless gas hot water heater.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
Rooms:
Attic, Formal Dining Room Separate, Formal Living Room Separate, Inside Utility, Storage Rooms
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Laundry:
Inside, Upper Level
Flooring:
Linoleum, Tile, Hardwood
A/C:
true, Central Air, Zoned
Heating:
true, Central
Fireplace:
Decorative, Family Room, Living Room, Other Room, Master Bedroom, Fireplace

Exterior

General:
Private Mailbox, Sidewalk, Storage
Style:
Historical
Parking:
Driveway, Garage Door Opener

Construction

Roofing:
Shingle
General:
Wood Frame, Wood Siding, Two, Crawlspace

Location

Road/Access:
Paved
Originating MLS:
Stellar MLS
County:
Marion

Lot

Zoning:
OH, SEC 17 TWP 15 RGE 22 PLAT BOOK E PAGE 004 CALDWELLS ADD OCALA COM 40 FT N OF NE COR LOT 13 TH W 105 FT N 154 FT E 105 FT S 154 FT, 2820000016

Utilities

Utilities:
Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Public, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Stellar MLS
Buyers Agent Compensation:
3%
NA Compensation:
3%

This listing courtesy of:
ROBERTS REAL ESTATE INC, Melissa Brackett

About Ocala, FL

Housing

Number of Units
111,807
Median Home Value
$169,209
Median Rent
$775

29.28% of housing units are renter occupied.

8.81% are vacant.

Commute

Car
75.18%
Public Transportation
0.36%
Walk to Work
0.56%
Work from Home
22.53%
Other
0.93%

The median travel time to work is 20 minutes.

People

Population
247,952
Median Age
45.70
Median Household Size
2.63

Education

High School
34.55%
Associate’s Degree
9.67%
Bachelor’s Degree
15.03%
Graduate Degree
8.59%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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