Homes zoned for
Vanguard High School
Central Ocala living with room to grow
269
Homes for sale
$262,990
Median list price
$176
Avg price / sqft
42
Median days on market
The Vanguard High School zone sits close to central Ocala, in the heart of Marion County horse country, where established neighborhoods mix with newer construction and everyday conveniences stay within easy reach. It's a practical, unpretentious part of town — you'll find pool homes, a handful of gated pockets, and a steady stream of new builds among the Ocala homes for sale. Families weighing school options often compare it against nearby zones like WEST PORT HIGH SCHOOL and DUNNELLON HIGH SCHOOL.
For buyers today, the market here is approachable. With 271 active listings and a median list price of $259,999, there's genuine variety — from an $78,000 entry point to homes above $1M — and the 40-day median time on market gives you space to negotiate without rushing. You can scan everything on the live map or dig into feeders like LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL to understand the full picture.
Vanguard High School is an attendance zone in Ocala, Florida.
Quick facts
$78,000 – $1.4M price range
1,498 sqft median home
$95/mo median HOA
$1,698/mo median rent
718 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$890,000
3450 NE 70TH STREET, OCALA
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,787 sqft
$599,900
6875 NE 25TH AVENUE, OCALA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,915 sqft
$465,000
1921 NE 8TH ROAD, OCALA
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,070 sqft
$399,000
4222 NE 29TH PLACE, OCALA
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,319 sqft
$359,999
4448 NW 2ND COURT, OCALA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,950 sqft
$342,070
3406 NE 21ST COURT ROAD, OCALA
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,077 sqft
$337,070
3388 NE 21ST COURT ROAD, OCALA
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,077 sqft
$337,070
2154 NE 28TH PLACE, OCALA
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,077 sqft
$325,000
1335 NE 10TH STREET, OCALA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,076 sqft
$325,000
2716 NE 24TH PLACE, OCALA
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,239 sqft
$321,070
2106 NE 33RD LANE, OCALA
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,447 sqft
$316,070
2158 NE 28TH LANE, OCALA
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,260 sqft
Every active listing inside the Vanguard High School attendance boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Vanguard High School market
718
Sold, last 12 months
$249,990
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
53 days
Median time to sell
Vanguard High School vs Ocala
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 5.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Vanguard High School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Vanguard High School home
≈ $1,890/mo
$262,990 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$95/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,698/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
45,726
Median age
40
Median income
$50,244
Median home value
$171,841
Beyond the listings
Living in Vanguard High School
Hobbies & Interests
Top 18% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 21% 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.
Attitudes
Top 21% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Beliefs
Top 22% in the U.S.Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Attitudes
Top 24% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 25% 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.
People who close here
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Straight answers
Vanguard High School FAQs
Is the Vanguard High School zone a good place to live?+
It's a solid, central Ocala choice for buyers who want variety and everyday convenience over flash. The area offers a healthy 271 active listings across a wide range, and families often line it up against neighboring zones like WEST PORT HIGH SCHOOL when comparing options. The mix of established homes and new construction keeps it flexible for different budgets.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
No — it's one of the more attainable parts of the Ocala market. The median list price is $259,999 and homes sold over the past year came in at a median of $249,990, well below many Central Florida markets. Prices start as low as $78,000 and stretch up toward $1.4M, so there's a lane for most budgets.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
You're looking at roughly $176 per square foot on average, with a median home size around 1,498 square feet. That lands the typical listing near the $259,999 median, and there are 50 new-construction options for buyers who want something move-in fresh. You can browse the full spread on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
Balanced and moving at a reasonable pace. Homes take a median of 40 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 97% of their asking price — meaning fair negotiation without dramatic overbidding. With 717 homes sold in the last 12 months, there's steady, dependable turnover.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Costs here are modest. The median HOA runs about $95 a month, and only a small slice of listings (10 gated communities) carry association structures at all. Median property tax lands around $2,387 a year, and if you're weighing rental math, the median rent is about $1,700 a month.
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