Bellechase Homes for Sale in Ocala (34480)

Quick answer

Bellechase is a guard-gated community of about 600 acres in south Ocala, entered from the east side of SE 3rd Avenue (CR 475) between SE 32nd and SE 52nd Streets, with most addresses in zip code 34480. It is made up of seven neighborhoods, from villa-style homes on quarter-acre lots to custom estates on 1-acre lots, with a shared HOA billed quarterly. In October 2026, listings ran from about $427,000 to about $2.1 million.

Where Bellechase is

Bellechase sits on the south side of Ocala, east of the SE 3rd Avenue and CR 475 corridor, between SE 32nd Street to the north and SE 52nd Street to the south, a short drive east of US 441. Builder directions reach the entrance from US 441 by turning east on SE 52nd Street, then north on SE 3rd Avenue for about half a mile. Inside the gate, SE 44th Road is the main spine, with homes on SE 38th through SE 47th Streets and SE 4th through SE 9th Avenues.

Most Bellechase listings carry Ocala 34480 addresses, but a pre-construction lot on SE 47th Loop in The Laurels was listed with a 34471 address in October 2026. Confirm the zip, legal description, jurisdiction, and flood zone for any parcel on the Marion County Property Appraiser site. For the rest of the zip code, see the 34480 zip code guide.

The seven neighborhoods

Bellechase is one gated community with seven sections that share a master HOA. Lot sizes and minimum home sizes step down from The Laurels to The Villas. The table below summarizes one local brokerage's published guide (Fine Homes of Ocala, page updated May 2026); confirm the lot size and restrictions for each address in the plat and deed restrictions.

Neighborhood	Typical lot	Homes from	Builder notes
The Laurels	About 1 acre	3,500+ sq ft	Approved custom builders
Woodlands	About 1/2 acre	2,500+ sq ft	Approved custom builders
The Cedars	About 1/2 acre	2,200+ sq ft	Mainly Irvin Construction
The Willows	About 1/3 acre	1,800+ sq ft	Mainly Lennar
Oak Hammock	About 1/3 acre	1,800+ sq ft	Lennar
The Village	About 1/4 acre	1,800+ sq ft	Lennar
The Villas	About 1/4 acre	1,800+ sq ft	Villa-style homes; Irvin and Lennar builds appear in listings

Actual listings vary from these figures. October 2026 listings showed lots from about 0.21 acre to 2 acres, and homes from about 2,100 square feet under air to more than 5,300 square feet under air on the largest estate. Build years vary too: listings show a 2017 Irvin home in The Villas, Lennar villas completed in 2022, and pre-construction custom homes offered in The Laurels in 2026.

HOA, the gate, and community features

All seven neighborhoods share a common HOA, and listings show it billed quarterly. A 2022 Villas sale listed $500 per quarter, and an October 2026 Villas listing showed $520 per quarter, with the fee covering private road security. Ask for the current master and sub-association budgets, reserves, and any pending special assessment.

What sources agree on: a staffed guard gate, oak-lined streets, a linear park system with walking trails, and a wooded buffer along the perimeter. Bellechase has no golf course and no mandatory club membership. Sources conflict on a pool and clubhouse, so get the current amenity list in writing from the association. One local brokerage guide states that horses and livestock are not permitted, and listings describe the community as deed restricted, so read the recorded restrictions before planning a fence, pool enclosure, outbuilding, or rental.

What to check before you buy

Utilities: the Irvin Homes community page lists city utilities. Confirm the water, sewer, and electric provider for the specific address, since that affects monthly costs and inspections.
Neighborhood rules: each section can carry its own restrictions and architectural standards. Read the documents for that section, not a summary.
Roof, HVAC, and insurance: get the age of each system and early quotes from a licensed insurance agent, with a wind mitigation report and, for older homes, a 4-point inspection.
Lot and drainage: wooded lots and buffers are part of the appeal. Look at drainage, tree proximity to the roof, and the survey.
New construction lots: in The Laurels and other custom sections, confirm architectural review timelines, builder approval, and impact fees before you sign.
Permits: pull permit history for pools, enclosures, and additions through Marion County or the City of Ocala, depending on jurisdiction.

What the market looks like here

In October 2026, 19 Bellechase homes were listed for sale, priced from about $426,900 to about $2.1 million. Over the prior twelve months, 15 homes sold at an average sale price of about $842,000 and an average of about 118 days on market (Bex Realty community data, October 2026). Several listings showed price reductions.

Because the seven neighborhoods range from villas to estates, a community-wide average hides more than it shows. Compare a home against recent sales in the same section, of similar size, lot, and age. For citywide numbers, see the Ocala market report.

For sellers

Your competition is usually other homes in your own section of Bellechase, plus other gated communities such as the Country Club of Ocala. Price against sales in your section, not the community average. Have the HOA amount, what it covers, and your section's restrictions ready, since buyers ask first. Document roof and HVAC ages, pool equipment, and permitted improvements. With longer days on market at the upper end, condition and pricing in the first two weeks matter.

For investors

Read the deed restrictions and HOA rules on leasing before you run numbers; many gated communities limit lease terms or rental frequency. Quarterly HOA dues, insurance, and maintenance on larger homes tighten rental margins, and The Villas and Lennar sections are the most likely to work as long-term rentals. Talk with a CPA about how holding costs and improvements apply to your situation.

Getting around: approximate drive times

Typical off-peak estimates from the Bellechase entrance. Check a mapping app for a specific address.

Destination	Approx. distance	Approx. time
US 441 (S Pine Avenue) shopping and services	About 1 mile	3 to 5 min
Downtown Ocala square	About 4 miles	10 to 14 min
AdventHealth Ocala and HCA Florida Ocala Hospital	About 4 miles	10 to 14 min
Santos Trailhead, Cross Florida Greenway	About 5 miles	10 to 14 min
I-75 (SR 464 or SR 200 interchange)	About 6 to 7 miles	14 to 18 min
Paddock Mall area (SR 200)	About 6 miles	15 to 18 min
World Equestrian Center	About 14 miles	25 to 30 min

Schools

Public school zoning in Marion County is assigned by address, and lines can change. Confirm the zoned elementary, middle, and high school for any property with the Marion County Public Schools zoned school locator. The Ocala schools page explains school choice and magnet program options.

Financing and first steps

The Villas and Lennar sections usually fall within conventional, FHA, and VA loan ranges, while estates in The Laurels may call for a jumbo loan. If you are using VA benefits, start with the VA buyer guide; first-time buyers can read the first-time buyer guide. Every primary-residence buyer should read the Florida homestead exemption guide. To compare areas, see gated communities with pools, Ocala neighborhoods, or the full list of Ocala zip codes.

Frequently asked questions

Is Bellechase in zip code 34480?

Mostly. Nearly all Bellechase listing addresses, including homes on SE 42nd Street, SE 42nd Road, SE 44th Road, SE 5th Avenue, and SE 47th Loop, carry Ocala 34480 addresses. At least one pre-construction lot listing in The Laurels on SE 47th Loop showed a 34471 address in October 2026, so confirm the zip code and legal description for each property.

Is Bellechase gated?

Yes. Listings and local guides describe a staffed guard gate with 24-hour security, and listings note that the HOA fee includes private road security. The builder Irvin Homes describes the entry as a stone gatehouse.

How much is the HOA in Bellechase?

Listings show quarterly HOA billing: a 2022 Villas sale listed $500 per quarter, and an October 2026 Villas listing showed $520 per quarter. Fees can differ by neighborhood, so confirm the master and any sub-association amounts, what they cover, and any special assessments before you buy.

Does Bellechase have a clubhouse, pool, or golf course?

There is no golf course. Sources agree on a guard gate, parks, and walking trails, but they disagree on a pool and clubhouse: one local brokerage guide says there is no clubhouse, while a builder community summary mentions a pool, playground, and a 14-acre park. Ask the HOA for the current amenity list before relying on any of them.

What do homes in Bellechase cost?

In October 2026, Bellechase listings were priced from about $426,900 to about $2.1 million, and 15 homes had sold over the prior twelve months at an average sale price of about $842,000 (Bex Realty community data). The Villas and Lennar sections sit at the lower end and The Laurels at the top.

Who builds in Bellechase?

A local brokerage guide lists Lennar Homes, Centerstate Construction, Irvin Construction, and Boutwell as approved builders. Lennar built in The Willows, Oak Hammock, and The Village, and its Bellechase community has been listed as sold out since October 2023. Custom homes are still being offered on remaining lots in sections such as The Laurels.

Can I keep horses in Bellechase?

One local brokerage guide states that Bellechase does not permit horses or livestock. Read the recorded deed restrictions for the specific neighborhood to confirm animal, fence, and outbuilding rules. For horse property, look at acreage outside deed-restricted communities.

Which public schools serve Bellechase?

School zoning in Marion County is assigned by address. Use the Marion County Public Schools zoned school locator to confirm the zoned schools for any specific property.

Your local guide

Cristian Gonzalez, REALTOR®, eXp Realty · FL License #3633800

Born and raised in Marion County and a U.S. Navy Veteran, Cristian works with buyers and sellers across Ocala with a strategy-first approach: what a home costs to own, what it will take to maintain, and how it fits your long-term plan. In Bellechase, that means knowing which of the seven sections fits your budget and lot needs, reading that section's restrictions, and pricing against sales in the same section.

I don't just find homes, I engineer your wealth.

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Sources

General information only, not legal, tax, insurance, or lending advice. Listing details come from public MLS, builder, and brokerage records and may change; HOA fees, amenities, deed restrictions, zip codes, flood zones, and school assignments should be confirmed for any specific address with the association, Marion County, the Marion County Property Appraiser, Marion County Public Schools, a CPA, an attorney, or a licensed lender. Drive times are estimates. Equal Housing Opportunity.