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Belleview, Ocala, FL: Homes, Living & Real Estate Guide

Drew Bedford
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A small incorporated city about 10 miles southeast of Ocala on US 27/301/441, known for Lake Lillian, a National Register historic neighborhood and home prices below much of the county.

1885incorporated
5,413residents, 2020 census
$275,869median sale price
10miles to Ocala
300acre historic district
85median days on market

Location

Where it is

Belleview sits in southern Marion County where US 27, 301 and 441 meet in the center of town. All three highways lead about 10 miles northwest to Ocala.

Routes 27 and 441 continue southeast about 22 miles to Leesburg, and US 301 runs south about 13 miles to Wildwood.

The city itself covers about 4 square miles. Plenty of homes just outside the city limits still carry a Belleview address and ZIP 34420, so when you're shopping, check whether a home is in the city or unincorporated Marion County — that changes utilities, policing and some fees.

History

Small-town history

Belleview's name comes from the French belle and vue, "beautiful view." A post office opened in 1883, and the city incorporated on May 8, 1885. Early promoters marketed it as a New England Colony winter and health resort around Lake Lillian, with citrus and vegetable farming nearby.

The Lake Lillian Neighborhood Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. It covers roughly 300 acres around the lake, with homes and civic buildings dating from the mid-1880s through about 1930, bounded by Lillian Circle, SE Stetson, SE Mimosa, SE Earp and the CSX tracks.

The lake

Lake Lillian and downtown

Lake Lillian is the city's gathering place. The city park on Robinson Road has a walking track, exercise stations, a playground, picnic tables and a pavilion.

Residents can reserve the pavilion at no charge; non-residents pay a $50 fee, and everyone leaves a $50 refundable deposit.

City events at the lake include Founder's Day, Trunk or Treat, Friday Foodie Fests and Light Up Lake Lillian. Everyday errands are easy along Abshier Boulevard (US 441), with grocery, medical and dining options a short drive from most neighborhoods.

Amenities

Lake, parks and everyday errands

A city lake park and highway shopping a few minutes from most Belleview homes.

Lake Lillian

Walking track, playground, pavilion and city events.

Historic district

National Register neighborhood around the lake.

US 27/301/441

Three highways meet in the center of town.

Mixed housing

In-town, subdivisions and rural Belleview addresses.

Local schools

Belleview Elementary through High.

Short drive to Ocala

About 10 miles northwest on the US highways.

Park and historic-district details from the City of Belleview and the National Register, listed in the sources below.

Market

Home prices and the market

Median sale price$275,8693 months ending Sept. 2026
Price per sq ft$160Median, Redfin
Days on market85Median, down from 94 a year earlier

Redfin figures for the city of Belleview; prices vary by street. Sources are listed at the bottom of the page.

Redfin puts Belleview's median sale price at $275,869 for the 3 months ending September 2026, down 1.5% from a year earlier, at a median of $160 per square foot. Homes took a median of 85 days to sell, compared with 94 days a year earlier, so buyers usually have more room to negotiate than they did last year.

You'll see a mix: older in-town homes near Lake Lillian, mid-century houses, newer subdivisions and rural acreage with Belleview addresses. On any home you like, ask whether there's an HOA, whether it's on city water and sewer or a well and septic, and whether it's inside the city limits.

Schools

Schools

Marion County Public Schools serve Belleview. Belleview Elementary, Belleview-Santos Elementary, Belleview Middle and Belleview High cover much of the area.

Zoning depends on the exact address, so confirm it with Marion County Public Schools before you buy.

Commute

Getting around

US 27/301/441 is the spine of town and the fast route into Ocala for work, shopping and hospitals. I-75 is roughly a 15- to 20-minute drive west via SE 92nd Street Road or through Ocala, depending on where you start.

The Villages and Summerfield sit a short drive south on US 301/441.

Who it fits

Who Belleview fits

It's a great fit if you want a real small town with its own city hall and lake park, about a 15-minute drive to Ocala, and home prices that sit below much of Marion County. If you'd rather be closer to The Villages' shopping and 55+ communities, compare Summerfield or Stonecrest.

If you want river living farther west, look at Dunnellon.

Is it right for you?

Pros and cons

Pros

  • About 10 miles to Ocala on US 27/301/441
  • Lake Lillian park and year-round city events
  • National Register historic neighborhood around the lake
  • Median sale price of $275,869, below much of the county
  • Homes sit longer now, so buyers can negotiate

Cons

  • City limits are small; many "Belleview" homes are unincorporated
  • HOA status varies by neighborhood
  • Highway traffic through the center of town
  • Want gated 55+ near The Villages? See Summerfield
  • Want river living? See Dunnellon

Location

Belleview on the map

BelleviewOcala area, Marion County, FL

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FAQ

Belleview FAQ

Where is Belleview, FL?

In southern Marion County on US 27, 301 and 441, about 10 miles southeast of Ocala and 13 miles north of Wildwood. Source

How many people live in Belleview?

The city had 5,413 residents at the 2020 census. The Census Bureau's July 1, 2025 estimate is 6,512. Many more people live just outside the city limits with Belleview addresses. Source

What is the median home price in Belleview?

Redfin reports a median sale price of $275,869 for the 3 months ending September 2026, down 1.5% year over year, at about $160 per square foot. Source

When was Belleview incorporated?

May 8, 1885. A post office had been open since 1883. The city's motto is "City with Small Town Charm." Source

What is Lake Lillian?

A city park and lake in the heart of Belleview with a walking track, playground, pavilion and picnic tables. It hosts Founder's Day, Trunk or Treat, Friday Foodie Fests and Light Up Lake Lillian. Source

Is there a historic district in Belleview?

Yes. The Lake Lillian Neighborhood Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. It covers about 300 acres around the lake with buildings from the mid-1880s to about 1930. Source

Does every Belleview home have an HOA?

No. HOA status varies by neighborhood, and many in-town homes have none. Always check the listing and the title work for the home you're buying. Source

What schools serve Belleview?

Belleview Elementary, Belleview-Santos Elementary, Belleview Middle and Belleview High. Confirm zoning by address with Marion County Public Schools. Source

How far is Belleview from Ocala?

About 10 miles northwest on US 27/301/441. Source

How long do homes take to sell in Belleview?

Redfin's median was 85 days on market for the 3 months ending September 2026, down from 94 days a year earlier. Source

Nearby communities

Sources

Drew Bedford, REALTOR®, Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty, 1918 SE 17 St, Ocala, FL 34471. Florida license # SL3588936. Each Keller Williams office is independently owned and operated. Information on this page comes from the public sources listed above, was gathered in October 2026, and is believed reliable but not guaranteed. Equal Housing Opportunity.