Homes for Sale in Marion Oaks, Ocala FL

Marion Oaks quick facts

Location	Unincorporated Marion County, about 14 miles south of Ocala; I-75 Exit 341 (CR 484)
ZIP	34473
Size	29.53 square miles, about 26,000 parcels; 19,034 residents (2020 census)
HOA	No HOA in most sections; Highland Homes' southern section is $20 per year
Rules	Recorded deed restrictions; permits needed for fences, sheds, carports, additions and signs
County charges	$50 per parcel general-services MSTU plus a 1.02-mill recreation MSTU
Typical value	$264,676 Zillow typical value for 34473 (Aug 2026)
New construction	Maronda from the $249s; Highland Homes from $331,900 on 1 to 1.61-acre lots
Schools (Highland section)	Sunrise Elementary, Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks, South Marion High; confirm by address

Fees and rules change. Confirm the current figures for any specific home before you make an offer.

Marion Oaks in a nutshell

Marion Oaks is almost a small city of its own: 29.53 square miles, about 26,000 parcels and 19,034 residents at the 2020 census. It sits south of Ocala on the east side of I-75, with Exit 341 at CR 484 as the front door. The Deltona Corporation laid it out decades ago, and builders have been filling in the lots ever since.

That history is why you'll see a 20-year-old home next to one finished last month. It's also why the area shows up in so many no-HOA searches.

No HOA, but there are rules and county fees

Most of Marion Oaks has no homeowners association. That doesn't mean anything goes. Every building lot is covered by recorded deed restrictions, and the Marion Oaks Civic Association's deed restriction office requires permits for carports, sheds, room additions, fences and signs. Pools need a safety fence.

Instead of HOA dues, you'll see county charges on the tax bill: a $50-per-parcel general-services MSTU for roadside mowing along roughly 360 miles of right-of-way, street lighting and the entrance waterfall, plus a recreation MSTU of 1.02 mills. Always read the tax bill for the specific home.

New construction and prices

Builders buy scattered homesites here, so new construction is everywhere. Maronda lists plans from the $249s for about 1,443 square feet up to the $364s for about 2,430 square feet. Highland Homes builds in the southern part of Marion Oaks on 1 to 1.61-acre homesites from $331,900, with $20 a year in HOA dues for that section and no CDD.

Zillow's typical home value for ZIP 34473 was $264,676 in August 2026, close to the Ocala citywide figure. For sellers, competing with brand-new homes down the street is the main pricing challenge, so presentation and a sharp price matter.

The community center and getting around

The county-run Marion Oaks Community Center at 294 Marion Oaks Lane has basketball, tennis, volleyball and pickleball courts, a walking trail, a splash pad, a fitness room and rentable rooms. The Cross Florida Greenway runs along the northern edge for hiking, biking and riding. Everyday shopping like Aldi and Walgreens is close by; for bigger trips you're driving toward Ocala.

What buyers should check on a Marion Oaks home

Because no association controls what gets built next door, look at the street, not just the house. Check how many vacant lots are nearby, whether the home is on a through road, and whether the lot is cleared or wooded. For new construction, ask the builder about the well or utility setup for that lot and get the impact fees and the first full tax bill estimated before you sign.

Redfin's Deltona community page also points to the community center's 450-seat auditorium, meeting rooms and library, plus nearby Aldi, Walgreens and two Dollar General stores, with Publix and Walmart about 10 minutes away and downtown Ocala about 20.

Selling in Marion Oaks

Sellers here compete with builders who offer incentives. A resale can win on a finished yard, window treatments, a fenced backyard and a quicker closing. I price against both recent resales and the builders' current base prices, so buyers see the value right away.

Who it fits

First-time buyers, relocating families and investors who want a newer detached home without HOA dues, and who don't mind a car-based location. If you want something similar on the east side of town, compare Silver Springs Shores.

Marion Oaks FAQ

Does Marion Oaks have an HOA?

Most of Marion Oaks has no homeowners association. The Highland Homes section in the south charges $20 a year. Source

Are there deed restrictions in Marion Oaks?

Yes. Every building lot is subject to deed restrictions, and permits are required for carports, sheds, room additions, fences and signs. Source

What fees replace an HOA in Marion Oaks?

County taxing units: a $50-per-parcel general-services MSTU for mowing, street lighting and the entrance waterfall, and a recreation MSTU of 1.02 mills. Source

What ZIP code is Marion Oaks?

Marion Oaks is in ZIP code 34473. Source

How much are homes in Marion Oaks?

Zillow's typical home value for ZIP 34473 was $264,676 in August 2026. New Maronda plans start in the $249s and Highland Homes from $331,900. Source

How big is Marion Oaks?

29.53 square miles with about 26,000 parcels and 19,034 residents at the 2020 census. Source

What is at the Marion Oaks Community Center?

Basketball, tennis, volleyball and pickleball courts, a walking trail, a splash pad, a fitness room and rooms for rent, funded by the recreation MSTU. Source

What schools serve Marion Oaks?

Highland Homes lists Sunrise Elementary, Horizon Academy at Marion Oaks and South Marion High for its section. Confirm the zoned schools for any address with Marion County Public Schools. Source

Is there acreage in Marion Oaks?

Yes. Highland Homes builds on 1 to 1.61-acre homesites in the southern part of Marion Oaks. Source

How far is Marion Oaks from Ocala?

About 14 miles south of Ocala, with I-75 access at Exit 341 (CR 484). Source

Nearby communities

• Homes for sale in On Top of the World
• Homes for sale in Stone Creek
• Homes for sale in Oak Run
• Homes for sale in Silver Springs Shores
• All Ocala neighborhoods

Sources

• Marion Oaks guide (Bright Florida Homes)
• Marion Oaks new homes (Highland Homes)
• Marion Oaks deed restriction summary (MOCA)
• Marion Oaks community (Redfin)
• Find your zoned school (Marion County Public Schools)

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.