Northwest Ocala's 34482 zip code has active builder communities, which central Ocala mostly lacks. In October 2026, Ocala Preserve (Shea Homes and D.R. Horton), Heath Preserve (Lennar), and Sabana Reserve (Estela Living) all had 34482 sales addresses, with base prices from about $220,000 to the mid $400,000s. Outside those communities, new homes go up one lot at a time, from small infill houses near $240,000 to custom homes and acreage near the World Equestrian Center.
What new construction looks like in 34482
34482 runs from I-75 west along US 27 toward Fellowship and the World Equestrian Center, mostly in unincorporated Marion County. It produces three kinds of new homes: planned communities clustered near I-75 between US 27 and SR 40, scattered single-family builds in older platted areas on the NW 50s and 60s streets, and custom homes or farm builds on larger parcels farther west.
On October 31, 2026, Homes.com counted 139 new construction houses for sale in 34482, a snapshot that moves weekly.
Builder communities with 34482 sales addresses
| Community and builder | Sales address | Listed prices (Oct 2026) | Home sizes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocala Preserve, Shea Homes (marketed as 55+) | 5156 NW 41st Loop | $248,990 to $429,990 base range on Homes.com | 1,562 to 2,641 sq ft |
| Ocala Preserve, D.R. Horton | 5204 NW 41st Loop | $219,990 to $445,990 on Homes.com | 1,504 to 2,836 sq ft |
| Heath Preserve - The Enclave, Lennar | 1174 NW 44th Court Rd | From $255,990 on NewHomeSource | 1,429 to 2,451 sq ft |
| Sabana Reserve, Estela Living | 4458 NW 37th Street Rd | $309,900 to $371,420 on Trulia | 1,574 to 2,182 sq ft |
| Golden Ocala, Tolaris Homes (custom) | Golden Ocala, NW Ocala | Pricing not posted on NewHomeSource | 3,058 to 8,731 sq ft |
Prices are builder base or listed prices from the sources and month shown. They exclude lot premiums, options, and closing costs, and they change often.
Ocala Preserve
Ocala Preserve is the largest planned community in 34482. Homes.com lists about 1,800 homes planned within it, and 55places describes about 623 acres with homes built from 2014 to the present. Shea Homes gives directions from I-75 exit 354: northwest on US 27 for about 1.5 miles to NW 55th Avenue, then right into the community. Listings describe a gated entry, the Oak House clubhouse, golf, a 7-acre lake, pools, courts, a restaurant, and trails.
Two builders sell here. Shea Homes markets its homes as a gated 55+ resort community, and its listings carry a "55+ Home" label. The D.R. Horton listing does not state an age restriction, and 55places notes the community has both 55+ neighborhoods and sections without one. The recorded documents for each section control, so read them before you offer. 55places lists HOA dues of $415 to $567 a month but says it does not maintain HOA data; get the current figure from the HOA disclosure summary.
Heath Preserve
Lennar's Heath Preserve - The Enclave has a sales center at 1174 NW 44th Court Road. In October 2026 NewHomeSource showed 10 floor plans from $255,990 and four quick move-in homes on NW 16th Lane priced from $268,990 to $343,990. A second section, The Meadows, is no longer listed on NewHomeSource. Lennar's pages reviewed for this guide did not state an HOA amount or CDD status, so ask the sales team for both in writing.
Sabana Reserve
Estela Living's Sabana Reserve sits along NW 37th Street Road, with a sales office at 4458 NW 37th Street Road. Trulia lists 202 homesites and six plans from 1,574 to 2,182 square feet, including some two-story designs. One listing in the community showed a $120 monthly HOA, and the builder's description says amenities will include a pool, pickleball courts, pavilions, a playground, and a dog park. "Will include" means confirm what is finished and what is still planned before you count on it.
New homes outside the planned communities
A large share of 34482's new construction is not in a master-planned community at all. In October 2026, Homes.com showed new or under-construction homes on individual lots around NW 53rd Street, NW 57th Street, and NW 65th Street, mostly 3-bedroom, 2-bath plans from about 1,330 to 1,940 square feet, priced from about $239,900 to $299,900. Several of those listings stated no HOA. A brand-new 2026 manufactured home on NW 13th Street was listed at $238,000.
At the other end, a new Arthur Rutenberg home in Golden Hills was listed at $1,095,000, and Tolaris Homes builds custom homes in Golden Ocala. Vacant lots ranged from about $16,000 for small platted lots to $105,000 for larger parcels, and a 5.48-acre tract on NW 84th Terrace was listed at $600,000. If you want room for horses or a barn, the Fellowship guide covers the rural side of 34482.
What to check before you sign a builder contract
- Your representation: many builders require your agent to attend or be registered at your first visit. Register before you walk into the model.
- The contract: builder contracts are written for the builder. Read the deposit, completion date, and financing terms, and have a Florida real estate attorney review anything unclear.
- HOA, CDD, and age rules: get the HOA budget, disclosure summary, covenants, and rental rules. Ask directly whether a community development district applies and what the annual assessment is.
- The lot: check the survey, flood zone on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center, drainage, and what is planned next door. On scattered lots, confirm utilities and road maintenance.
- Incentives: compare price cuts, closing credits, and rate buydowns on total cost. One Sabana Reserve listing advertised up to $30,000 toward a buydown in 2026.
Property taxes on a brand-new home
Florida assesses property as of January 1, so the first tax bill on a new home often covers only the land or a partly built house. The second bill reflects the finished home. Budget on the full value, and file for homestead with the Marion County Property Appraiser if the home is your primary residence. The 34482 property taxes and cost of ownership guide covers millage, assessments, and the homestead exemption.
First-time and VA buyers
34482 has new homes under $300,000. VA loans can be used on new construction when the builder, home, and lender meet VA requirements, so raise it on day one. See the VA buyer guide and the first-time buyer page for program basics, and get loan terms from a licensed lender.
For sellers
Selling a resale home in 34482 means competing with builders who offer warranties and incentives. Price against recent resales, document roof, HVAC, and water heater ages, and show what a new build lacks, such as a larger lot, no HOA, or mature trees. The Ocala market report tracks current conditions.
For investors
New homes cut near-term repair costs, but rental rules decide whether one works as an investment. Some sections are 55+, and covenants may set minimum lease terms. Read them before you buy, check county rules for short-term rentals near WEC, and run numbers on full taxes and HOA dues.
Getting around
Ocala Preserve is about 1.5 miles from I-75 exit 354, per Shea Homes, and Homes.com places it just over five miles from downtown Ocala. Jome lists the World Equestrian Center about 3.5 miles from Heath Preserve. Times vary; check a mapping app.
Schools
Public school zoning in Marion County is assigned by address. Confirm zoned schools for any new home with the Marion County Public Schools zoned school locator. See the Ocala schools page for school choice options.
Frequently asked questions
Which new home communities have a 34482 address?
In October 2026, NewHomeSource and Homes.com showed these builder communities with 34482 sales addresses: Ocala Preserve (Shea Homes and D.R. Horton), Heath Preserve - The Enclave (Lennar), Sabana Reserve (Estela Living), and custom homes in Golden Ocala (Tolaris Homes). Builder lineups change, so ask for a current list before you tour.
How much do new construction homes cost in 34482?
In October 2026, builder community prices in 34482 started at about $220,000 for a D.R. Horton plan at Ocala Preserve and ran to the mid $400,000s in the larger plans. Individual new builds on scattered lots were listed from about $239,900, and custom homes near Golden Ocala passed $1 million. Prices and incentives change weekly.
Is Ocala Preserve a 55+ community?
Partly. Shea Homes markets its Ocala Preserve homes as a gated 55+ community, and 55places describes Ocala Preserve as having both 55+ neighborhoods and sections without an age restriction. The D.R. Horton listing on Homes.com does not state an age restriction. Confirm the rules for the exact lot in the recorded community documents.
Do new homes in 34482 have an HOA or CDD?
Most builder communities have an HOA. One Sabana Reserve listing showed a $120 monthly HOA, and 55places lists Ocala Preserve dues of $415 to $567 a month, while noting it does not maintain HOA data. CDD status was not stated for any of these communities. Many scattered-lot new builds have no HOA. Ask the builder for the HOA budget, the disclosure summary, and whether a CDD applies.
Can I use my own real estate agent with a builder?
Usually yes, but many builders require your agent to be with you, or registered, on your first visit to the sales center. Bring your agent or register them before you tour so you keep the option of representation.
Do I need an inspection on a brand-new home?
It is strongly recommended. County inspections confirm code minimums, not workmanship. Many buyers hire an independent inspector for a pre-drywall visit, a final inspection before closing, and a check before the builder warranty ends.
Can I build on my own lot or acreage in 34482?
Yes, buying land and hiring a builder is common in 34482. Check zoning, deed restrictions, road access, flood zone, and whether the parcel needs a well and septic system before you close on the land. Most 34482 parcels are in unincorporated Marion County, which handles permits there.
Your local guide
Cristian Gonzalez, REALTOR®, eXp Realty · FL License #3633800
Born and raised in Marion County and a U.S. Navy Veteran, Cristian represents buyers at builder communities and on custom builds in northwest Ocala. He compares builder incentives on total cost, reads the HOA and community documents with you, and keeps inspections and deadlines on track.
I don't just find homes, I engineer your wealth.
Related Ocala resources
Sources
- NewHomeSource: New homes in 34482 (October 2026)
- NewHomeSource: Heath Preserve - The Enclave by Lennar (October 2026)
- Homes.com: New construction communities in 34482 (October 2026)
- Homes.com: New construction houses for sale in 34482 (October 2026)
- Homes.com: Ocala Preserve by Shea Homes
- Homes.com: Ocala Preserve by D.R. Horton (October 2026)
- Shea Homes: Ocala Preserve directions and plans
- 55places: Ocala Preserve profile
- Trulia: Sabana Reserve by Estela Living (October 2026)
- Jome: 4480 NW 37th St Rd, Sabana Reserve (June 2026)
- Jome: Heath Preserve by Lennar
- Marion County Property Appraiser: parcel search and homestead
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
- Marion County Public Schools: Find your zoned school
General information only, not legal, tax, insurance, or lending advice. Listings, prices, HOA figures, and builder offerings change quickly; figures above are from the sources and months listed, third-party sites sometimes conflict, and homes may no longer be available at those prices. Verify age restrictions, HOA and CDD terms, zoning, permits, and deed restrictions for any property with the builder and the recorded documents. Public school zoning is assigned by address; use the Marion County Public Schools zoned school locator. Equal Housing Opportunity.