PALM CAY

Palm Cay is a gated, age restricted (55 and over) adult community located in Ocala, Florida. Palm Cay is a small, intimate community of 500 homes, nestled back off Highway 200. This is one of the most affordable gated communities in all of Ocala. All single family homes in Palm Cay are free standing and small to medium in size, but sit on large lots with beautiful, mature landscaping.

Palm Cay Amenities

The clubhouse, aptly named “Oasis”, is the hub for all the active individuals at Palm Cay. The Oasis features a library, rooms for billiards, cards, arts and crafts. An outdoor pool beckons to enjoy the Florida sunshine, while tennis, bocce ball, and shuffleboard facilities call out for friendly competitions. If competition turns a little more active than planned, residents can relax in the hot tub. A nature park with walking and biking trails provides peace and serenity. For out of town visitors, RV parking is available.

Amenities

Social Clubs, Activities, and Classes

Palm Cay Homes & Real Estate

Construction in Palm Cay started in 1985 and was completed in 1992. Albeit the homes aren’t new and more traditional in styling with formal living and dining rooms, homeowners in this community take pride in ownership and maintaining their homes. That is why this community is very attractive on a resale basis. Homes range in size from 800 to 1,500 square feet. Most feature 2 bedrooms, but some 3 bedroom homes are available. Large ¼ acre lots give lots of privacy, yet the residents are very much involved with each other on a social basis.

Palm Cay Lifestyle

Residents at Palm Cay are very motivated, and care about what goes on in their community. The Palm Cay Home Association distributes a monthly newsletter, which includes schedules of all the activities, social events, and trips residents organize and partake in. There are also plenty of articles about previous or upcoming social events, as well as notices about what goes on in Palm Cay in general. Any resident is welcome to contribute, join, or start a club.

There are clubs that cater to different games, such as: scrabble, bingo, bunco, canasta, pinochle, mah jongg, and poker. Bowling, aerobics, line dancers, cloggers, table tennis, and tennis clubs keep residents at Palm Cay in shape. Artsy and crafty enthusiasts also have a place, at the craft club, art club, and quilting club. Palm Cay also has a singles club, where singles can enjoy going to planned social events together. A couple of residents also run an extensive video library, where residents can check out movies on VHS and DVD. Palm Cay truly is a caring and intimate community, it even has what is called the Sunshine club, which takes care of cheering up friends and neighbors who are going through tough times.

Area

Ocala, Florida has many opportunities for shopping, dining, and nightlife and a year round schedule of events. There are numerous golf courses, and some of the other most popular attractions in the area are: the Central Florida Symphony Orchestra, the Discovery Center, the Golden Ocala Golf and Equestrian Club, and the Crystal River Archaeological State Park - just to name a few. Some fun activities to partake in are Florida Manatee tours, Ocala’s First Ghost and Paranormal History Tour, and Lazy River Cruises.

Ocala residents only need to drive about an hour either way to get to the ocean. The shortest drive would be to the west, but to the east Daytona beckons with its spectacular NASCAR races. About an hour southeast of Ocala is Orlando - a perfect way to spend a day with the grand children.

Residential Active  MLS# : 370314  8185 SW 107 Pl, Ocala Fl 34481 List $: 49,900

Type: Residential County: Marion Mobile Home:    Subdiv: PALM CAY Bedrms: 2 55+ Comm: Yes H Baths: 0 Total Living Sqft: 990 Baths: 2 $ Per Sqft:   60.51 Pool: N Garage Cap: 2 Yr Blt: Util Comp.: 1988  Progress Energy  Garage Type: Acres: Gar-Attached Remarks:  This 2/2/2 home features Front porch, Finished Florida room w/H&A, Dining area, All appliances inc. washer & dryer. Newly painted inside. Irrigation system, newer architectural shingles. Home is move in condition!

 

THESE PROPERTIES ARE LISTED BY VARIOUS MLS PARTICIPANTS AND ARE FROM THE OCALA/MARION MLS.

Residential Active  MLS# : 362293 8524 SW 105 Pl, Ocala Fl 34481 List $: 54,000

Type: Residential County: Marion Mobile Home:    Subdiv: PALM CAY Bedrms: 2 55+ Comm: Yes H Baths: 0 Total Living Sqft: 960 Baths: 2 $ Per Sqft:   $56.25 Pool: Community Garage Cap: 1 Yr Blt: Util Comp.: 1991 Sumter Electric Coop Garage Type: Acres: .25 Car-Attached Remarks:  More than you imagine for the price. Hardwood/parquet floors in living areas, newer roof & A/C, fresh paint. Glass enclosed sun room plus screened lanai. Affordable living-low utility bills-low HOA fee. Clubhouse has a library, billiards, card room, arts & crafts area, solar heated community pool, tennis, bocceball, shuffleboard, walking/biking trails. A wonderful affordable home for your retirement & includes a buyers warranty.

Residential Active  MLS# : 347592 11153 SW 77 Ct, Ocala Fl 34481 List $: 68,900

Type: Residential County: Marion Mobile Home:    Subdiv: PALM CAY Bedrms: 2 55+ Comm: Yes H Baths: 0 Total Living Sqft: 864 Baths: 2 $ Per Sqft:   $79.75 Pool: Community Garage Cap: 1 Yr Blt: Util Comp.: 1991 Sumter Electric Coop Garage Type: Acres: .25 Car-Attached Remarks:  On well-maintained. large lot(83x120) with nice shade tree in front. Immaculate home has beautiful ceramic tile floors & new carpet in the 2 bedrooms, wtih 2 baths & 1-car garage. Lanai & screened in patio as well. New roof 2008. Recently replaced refrigerator, washer & dryer. Furnishings may be available to purchase outside the sale. Could be a turn-key setup for an Investor rental home, or an economical second home for folks who want to winter in Florida. Lots of opininos. Owner wants it sold.

Residential Active  MLS# : 347569 11147 SW 76 Ter, Ocala Fl 34476 List $: 64,000   Type: Residential County: Marion Mobile Home:    Subdiv: PALM CAY Bedrms: 2 55+ Comm: Yes H Baths: 0 Total Living Sqft: 768 Baths: 1 $ Per Sqft:   $94.40 Pool: Community Garage Cap: 1 Yr Blt: Util Comp.: 1993 Sumter Electric Coop Garage Type: Acres: .23 Gar-Attached Remarks:  Two bedroom one bath one car garage with living, dining area and kitchen walk in closets, screen and glass enclosed patio. New roof in 2006 and new air 2009 has storm shutters all around, screen on garage door new washer and hot water heater nice landscaped with great curb appeal. Located in a gated 55+ community retirement home or winter resident.

Residential Active  MLS# : 353207 7647 SW 108 Pl, Ocala Fl 34476 List $: 59,000   Type: Residential County: Marion Mobile Home:    Subdiv: PALM CAY Bedrms: 2 55+ Comm: Yes H Baths: 0 Total Living Sqft: 960 Baths: 2 $ Per Sqft:   $78.02 Pool: Community Garage Cap: 1 Yr Blt: Util Comp.: 1989 Sumter Electric Coop Garage Type: Acres: .24 Gar-Attached Remarks:  Private back yard backs to wooded area. Nicely maintained - roof 2006, A/C 2010, water heater 2006, irrigation controller & upgraded heads 2009. New front glass storm door. Interior painted. Galley kitchen w/tile floor and tile back splash. Inside laundry w/utility tub, includes washer & dryer. Back screen porch. Covered front porch. Termite bond. Tile floor in baths, kitchen & inside laundry.