Presenting the Bellwether Manor - a one-of-a-kind custom estate offering over 6,300+ sqft of living space on 3.23 private acres within the exclusive, gated Bellwether community. Positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and surrounded by other luxury residences, this remarkable home delivers a true sense of arrival rarely found. Featuring 6 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, and a combined 5-car garage, this custom residence showcases gorgeous craftsmanship and a thoughtful layout, perfect for luxury living and entertaining. Architectural details such as hardwood flooring, high cathedral ceilings and wooden beams, and elongated windows emphasize the home's endless charm. The gourmet kitchen offers stainless steel Sub-Zero and Thermador appliances, an eat-in peninsula and island, a walk-in pantry, and a private butler’s pantry with wet bar, leading seamlessly to your grand living room, breakfast nook, and dining room spaces. Five spacious bedrooms, two located on the second story, are each appointed with private ensuite bathrooms, generous closets, and cozy reading nooks. The expansive primary wing is a retreat of its own, showcasing a 22’ x 31’ private den with a stone gas fireplace and built-in safe room, a charming primary bedroom with adjoining office, and a luxurious ensuite complete with dual closets and vanities, garden tub, separate shower, and a secondary laundry. Outdoors, enjoy exceptional privacy with a paver patio and covered rear porch overlooking your fenced backyard with lush, wooded surroundings. Additional features include an attached 2-car garage with workshop, plus a detached 3-car garage with workshop space and utility bay. Ideally located minutes from Downtown Ocala, medical centers, shopping, and public and private schools, the Bellwether Manor is a rare offering with its own story to tell. Schedule your private tour today! * Seller to complete full roof replacement prior to closing with accepted contract *
Single-familyProperty Type
2003Year Built
3.23 acresLot Size
$236Price/Sq.Ft.
$208/moHOA Dues
5 car garageParking
Listed by Alair Boshela• ENGEL & VOLKERS OCALA
Contact: 352-820-4770
Bought with Matthew Roberts LLC• RE/MAX PREMIER REALTY LADY LK
Est. $2,989 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1248 SW 37th Place Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #OM715469
Mar 6, 2026
Sold
$1,500,000
$236/sq ft
Jan 8, 2026
Pending
—
Dec 22, 2025
Listed
$1,685,000
$266/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #OM614968
Aug 13, 2021
Sold
$1,300,000
$205/sq ft
May 10, 2021
Pending
—
Apr 21, 2021
Price Changed
$1,390,000
$219/sq ft
Feb 15, 2021
Listed
$1,400,000
$221/sq ft
This spacious, beautifully appointed family home sits at the end of a private drive sharing a cut-de-sac with one other home in the exclusive Bellwether gated community. Just minutes from downtown, and centrally located to hospitals and schools, the privacy offered here is unparalleled! There has been every attention to detail in the extraordinary finishes in every room. All 5 bedrooms are en suite. A gourmet kitchen includes a cozy, wood- beamed family room with vaulted ceilings and a beautiful stone fireplace. Separate detached garage/with work room and a boat storage bay is nestled among the mature landscaped property. This magnificent, custom home is a must see!
Public Records
Aug 7, 2002
Sold
$162,000
$26/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 4, 2002
Sold
$182,765
$29/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,350 (−0.1%)
$209,950 + $1,126,706
$1,336,656
2024
$20,373 (+11.1%)
$209,950 + $1,126,706
$1,336,656
2023
$18,340 (−0.4%)
2022
$18,411 (+38.2%)
$138,890 + $1,006,432
$1,145,322
2021
$13,324 (−0.8%)
$138,890 + $1,005,121
$1,144,011
2020
$13,427 (+1.3%)
$64,600 + $769,759
$834,359
2019
$13,259 (+5.9%)
2018
$12,524 (+1.8%)
2017
$12,300 (+0.9%)
2016
$12,191 (−1.0%)
2015
$12,314 (+6.4%)
2014
$11,577
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
5.5
Stories
1.24
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.23 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
6,343
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
23911-013-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
R-E
Residential Estate
The Residential Estate Classification provides for low density urban residential development with large lot home sites and certain agricultural uses which are compatible with residential development.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Private Road
School Information
Elementary School: Shady Hill Elementary School
Middle Or Junior High School: Liberty Middle School
High School: West Port High School
Location Information
Directions: Head East on SW 42nd St - Turn right onto SW 4th Ave - Turn right onto SW 7th Avenue Rd - Turn right into gated Bellwether community, SW 37th Place Rd - Property at end of cul-de-sac
Community Information
Community Features: Deed Restrictions
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 5.5
Sq. Ft.: 6,343
Stories: 1.24
Lot Size: 3.23 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: —
County: Marion County
APN: 23911-013-00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Third Party YN: 1
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 352-820-4770
Previous Status: Pending
Backups Requested YN: 0
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 15
Status Contractual Search Date: 2026-03-06
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 265.65
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Direction Faces: Northwest
Home Information
Living Area: 6343
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 589.28
Building Area Total: 8851
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Foundation Details: Slab, Stem Wall
Levels: Two
Security Features: Gated Community, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Shady Hill Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
6/10
Liberty Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
5/10
West Port High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 107° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Ocala, FL • 34471
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 6.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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6.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.50M – $1.81M
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