Homes zoned for
Howard Middle School
Central Ocala living with room to grow
260
Homes for sale
$301,495
Median list price
$300
Avg price / sqft
62
Median days on market
The Howard Middle School zone sits in the heart of Ocala, in horse-country North Central Florida, where established neighborhoods mix with a steady wave of new construction. Buyers here have real range: 69 gated communities, 35 homes with pools, and everything from starter properties to estate-scale acreage. Families weighing the area often look at nearby options like WEST PORT HIGH SCHOOL, LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL, and the Community Technical & Adult Education Center as they map out their years ahead.
Right now there are 260 active listings with a median list price of $301,495, and homes are taking a median 61.5 days to sell — a pace that gives you time to think without stalling out. Over the past year, 510 homes changed hands at a median sold price of $260,475, with sellers netting about 97% of asking. It's a market where fair offers get done, and you can browse the full picture across Ocala homes for sale or track it live on the live map.
Howard Middle School is an attendance zone in Ocala, Florida.
Quick facts
$78,000 – $9.9M price range
1,723 sqft median home
$375/mo median HOA
$2,500/mo median rent
510 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$2,500,000
6692 NW 150TH AVENUE, MORRISTON
1 bd · 2 ba · 500 sqft
$219,900
3341 NW 44TH COURT, OCALA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,224 sqft
$2,995,000
12670 N US HIGHWAY 27, OCALA
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,355 sqft
$1,750,000
2765 NW 80TH AVENUE, OCALA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,717 sqft
$525,000
3862 NW 49TH COURT, OCALA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,455 sqft
$495,000
4235 NW 55TH COURT, OCALA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,898 sqft
$399,900
14210 NW HIGHWAY 464B, MORRISTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,080 sqft
$359,999
4448 NW 2ND COURT, OCALA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,950 sqft
$352,865
4555 NW 39TH STREET ROAD, OCALA
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,034 sqft
$343,990
4510 NW 39TH STREET ROAD, OCALA
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,034 sqft
$330,000
4313 NW 55TH COURT, OCALA
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,034 sqft
$315,885
4550 NW 39TH STREET ROAD, OCALA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,844 sqft
Every active listing inside the Howard Middle School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Howard Middle School market
510
Sold, last 12 months
$260,475
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
63 days
Median time to sell
Howard Middle School vs Ocala
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 1.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Howard Middle School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Howard Middle School home
≈ $2,448/mo
$301,495 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$375/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
28,496
Median age
41
Median income
$54,745
Median home value
$174,831
Beyond the listings
Living in Howard Middle School
Hobbies & Interests
Top 14% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Emotional
Top 17% in the U.S.Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 18% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Lifestyles
Top 18% in the U.S.Farm Culture
Do you know where your food comes from? These people do, and they want to share their love for farming and simple living with the community.
Entertainment
Top 18% in the U.S.Live Experiences
When it comes to entertainment, this population is looking for the ultimate experience. Whether it's a charity fundraiser or a concert, elements such as lights, sounds, and merchandise are critical for a good time.
Lifestyles
Top 19% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
People who close here
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Straight answers
Howard Middle School FAQs
Is the Howard Middle School zone a good place to live?+
It's a central-Ocala location with a mix of established and newer neighborhoods, plus access to schools like LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL and WEST PORT HIGH SCHOOL nearby. With 260 homes on the market and 60 of them new construction, there's enough variety to suit families, downsizers, and first-time buyers alike.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
The median list price is $301,495 and the median sold price over the past year was $260,475, which sits comfortably within reach for much of the Central Florida market. Prices start as low as $78,000 and climb to nearly $9.9 million, so your budget largely dictates the neighborhood.
What do homes actually cost?+
Expect around $300 per square foot, with a median home size near 1,723 square feet. That translates to a median list price of $301,495, though the 38 listings above $1M and entry-level homes from $78,000 show how much the range varies.
How is the market right now?+
Homes are taking a median 61.5 days to sell and 510 sold over the last 12 months, so activity is steady rather than frantic. Sellers are getting about 97% of asking on average, which means well-priced homes move and buyers still have some room to negotiate. You can watch inventory in real time on the live map.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $375 per month, which reflects the 69 gated communities in the zone, though many neighborhoods carry no HOA at all. Median property tax comes in around $3,293 per year, and if you're weighing renting first, the median rent is about $2,500 per month.
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