PRICE IMPROVEMENT — Now $279,900! An exceptional value in Ocala Preserve. This impeccably upgraded Rome model by Shea Homes offers 1,454 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space with a desirable open layout and split-bedroom floor plan for added privacy. The home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, plus a versatile den/office, ideal for working from home or accommodating guests. The designer kitchen is both stylish and functional, showcasing upgraded wood cabinetry with crown molding, granite countertops, an expansive center island, and stainless-steel appliances including a gas range—perfect for everyday living and effortless entertaining. Inside, you’ll find tile flooring, soaring cathedral ceilings, and ceiling fans throughout, including three on the screened lanai, creating a bright, airy atmosphere and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Additional upgrades include a laundry room with utility sink, whole-house surge protection, termite bond, and numerous premium enhancements throughout. Offered furnished and move-in ready, this home delivers comfort, quality, and convenience from the moment you arrive. Life in Florida is all about the lifestyle, and this home is located in the 55+ neighborhood within Ocala Preserve, an exclusive gated community set amid over 600 acres of preserved natural beauty in the heart of Ocala’s renowned horse country. Residents enjoy majestic live oaks, a scenic 7-acre lake, themed parks, and miles of walking, biking, and hiking trails. Community amenities include a Tom Lehman–designed golf course, resort-style pool, lap pool, and another pool currently under construction, along with tennis, pickleball, bocce, horseshoes, fishing dock, kayaks, canoes, and an on-site restaurant — The Salted Brick. Residents also enjoy the Agave Spa & Salon and a resort-style clubhouse offering elevated service and a vibrant social calendar. Conveniently located just minutes from the World Equestrian Center, HITS, and the shopping, dining, and cultural attractions of downtown Ocala — and NO CDD fees. Schedule your private showing today and experience the Ocala Preserve lifestyle for yourself.