Marion Oaks Unit 9 vs SummerGlen
Two Marion communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-12.
| Metric | Marion Oaks Unit 9 | SummerGlen |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $282K | $320K |
| Price per sq ft | $184 | $169 |
| Avg days on market | 75 days | 214 days |
| Months of supply | 3.1 mo | 4.2 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Buyer's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | -8% |
| Recent closings | 55 | 26 |
The verdict
SummerGlen carries the higher median price — about 13% above Marion Oaks Unit 9. Homes in Marion Oaks Unit 9 sell faster (75 days on market vs 214). Marion Oaks Unit 9 is the tighter market on inventory (3.1 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Marion Oaks Unit 9 | SummerGlen | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Marion County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Ocala | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 34473 | 32219 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 21 sampled homes outside a flood zone | 28% of 25 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
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
| Marion Oaks Unit 9 | SummerGlen | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 14 | 9 |
| Under contract | 6 | 4 |
| Asking prices today | $240K to $400K | $180K to $300K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 10 | 6 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Marion Oaks Unit 9 homes for sale · SummerGlen homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Marion Oaks Unit 9 | SummerGlen | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 2,293 | 158 |
| Built | 1973–2024 (median 2018) | 2022–2024 (median 2023) |
| Typical living area | 1,564 sq ft | 2,079 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 45% | 42% |
| Vacant lots | 512 | 47 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Marion Oaks Unit 9 median | SummerGlen median |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $275K (7 sales) | $339K (52 sales) |
| 2024 | $287K (34 sales) | $339K (44 sales) |
| 2025 | $295K (37 sales) | $319K (66 sales) |
| 2026 | $285K (41 sales) | $303K (24 sales) |
Since 2023, Marion Oaks Unit 9's median sale price is +4% and SummerGlen's is -11% — Marion Oaks Unit 9 has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Marion Oaks Unit 9 | SummerGlen | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 97.1% | 96.1% |
| New-construction share of sales | 85% | 96% |
| Typical sold home | 1,751 sq ft | 1,745 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
| Marion Oaks Unit 9 | SummerGlen | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Sunrise Elementary School-M | Dinsmore |
| Middle | Horizon Academy/Mar Oaks | Highlands |
| High school | Dunnellon High School | Jean Ribault |
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, Marion Oaks Unit 9 is the lower entry point (median $282K vs $320K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in SummerGlen; Marion Oaks Unit 9 trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Marion Oaks Unit 9 (75 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 SummerGlen more expensive than Marion Oaks Unit 9?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in SummerGlen is $320,000 versus $282,000 in Marion Oaks Unit 9, about 13% higher.
Are Marion Oaks Unit 9 and SummerGlen in the same county?
No. Marion Oaks Unit 9 is in Marion County and SummerGlen is in Duval County; property-tax rates, school districts and permitting differ between the two.
Which has newer homes, Marion Oaks Unit 9 or SummerGlen?
SummerGlen: its homes were built 2022–2024 with a median year of 2023, versus a median of 2018 in Marion Oaks Unit 9 (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
SummerGlen. The typical home there is 2,079 sq ft of living area, versus 1,564 sq ft in Marion Oaks Unit 9.
Which has appreciated more, Marion Oaks Unit 9 or SummerGlen?
From 2023 to 2026 the median sale price rose 4% in Marion Oaks Unit 9 and -11% in SummerGlen (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Marion Oaks Unit 9 — sellers there received 97.1% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 96.1% in SummerGlen.
What high schools serve Marion Oaks Unit 9 and SummerGlen?
Listings in Marion Oaks Unit 9 most often report Dunnellon High School; listings in SummerGlen report Jean Ribault. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Marion Oaks Unit 9 homes, photos & schools · SummerGlen homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.