Heath Preserve vs The Towns at Laurel Commons
Two Marion communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-02.
| Metric | Heath Preserve | The Towns at Laurel Commons |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $327K | $219K |
| Price per sq ft | $154 | $150 |
| Avg days on market | 101 days | 56 days |
| Months of supply | 1.6 mo | 0.9 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Strong Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 45 | 51 |
The verdict
Heath Preserve carries the higher median price — about 49% above The Towns at Laurel Commons. Homes in The Towns at Laurel Commons sell faster (56 days on market vs 101). The Towns at Laurel Commons is the tighter market on inventory (0.9 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Heath Preserve | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Marion County, FL | Marion County, FL |
| City / area | Ocala | Ocala |
| ZIP | 34482 | 34476 |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Heath Preserve | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 6 | 4 |
| Under contract | 5 | 4 |
| Asking prices today | $242K to $358K | $236K to $248K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 3 | 4 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Heath Preserve homes for sale · The Towns at Laurel Commons homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Heath Preserve | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 594 | 386 |
| Built | 1959–2024 (median 2007) | 1972–2024 (median 2004) |
| Typical living area | 1,610 sq ft | 1,687 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 41% | 43% |
| Vacant lots | 134 | 138 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Heath Preserve median | The Towns at Laurel Commons median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $323K (38 sales) | $245K (31 sales) |
| 2025 | $305K (16 sales) | $233K (65 sales) |
| 2026 | $285K (36 sales) | $224K (42 sales) |
Since 2024, Heath Preserve's median sale price is -12% and The Towns at Laurel Commons's is -8% — The Towns at Laurel Commons has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Heath Preserve | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 98.4% | 92.4% |
| New-construction share of sales | 94% | 98% |
| Typical sold home | 1,821 sq ft | 1,458 sq ft |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Heath Preserve | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | College Park Elementary School | Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary |
| Middle | Liberty Middle School | Liberty Middle School |
| High school | West Port High School | West Port High School |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, The Towns at Laurel Commons is the lower entry point (median $219K vs $327K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Heath Preserve; The Towns at Laurel Commons trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in The Towns at Laurel Commons (56 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Heath Preserve more expensive than The Towns at Laurel Commons?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Heath Preserve is $327,000 versus $219,000 in The Towns at Laurel Commons, about 49% higher.
Which has newer homes, Heath Preserve or The Towns at Laurel Commons?
Heath Preserve: its homes were built 1959–2024 with a median year of 2007, versus a median of 2004 in The Towns at Laurel Commons (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has appreciated more, Heath Preserve or The Towns at Laurel Commons?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -12% in Heath Preserve and -8% in The Towns at Laurel Commons (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Heath Preserve — sellers there received 98.4% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 92.4% in The Towns at Laurel Commons.
What high schools serve Heath Preserve and The Towns at Laurel Commons?
Listings in Heath Preserve most often report West Port High School; listings in The Towns at Laurel Commons report West Port High School. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Heath Preserve homes, photos & schools · The Towns at Laurel Commons homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.