Marion Ranch vs SummerGlen
Two Marion communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-14.
| Metric | Marion Ranch | SummerGlen |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $252K | $320K |
| Price per sq ft | $151 | $169 |
| Avg days on market | 62 days | 216 days |
| Months of supply | 2.1 mo | 4.2 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Buyer's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | -8% |
| Recent closings | 68 | 26 |
The verdict
SummerGlen carries the higher median price — about 27% above Marion Ranch. Homes in Marion Ranch sell faster (62 days on market vs 216). Marion Ranch is the tighter market on inventory (2.1 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Marion Ranch | SummerGlen | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Marion County, FL | Duval County, FL |
| City / area | Ocala | Jacksonville |
| ZIP | 34476, 34481 | 32219 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 24 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 Ranch | SummerGlen | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 12 | 9 |
| Under contract | 8 | 4 |
| Asking prices today | $215K to $375K | $180K to $300K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 5 | 6 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Marion Ranch homes for sale · SummerGlen homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Marion Ranch | SummerGlen | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 2,711 | 158 |
| Built | 1958–2024 (median 2005) | 2022–2024 (median 2023) |
| Typical living area | 1,775 sq ft | 2,079 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 65% | 42% |
| Vacant lots | 354 | 47 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Marion Ranch median | SummerGlen median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $339K (3 sales) | $339K (44 sales) |
| 2025 | $353K (59 sales) | $319K (66 sales) |
| 2026 | $292K (54 sales) | $303K (24 sales) |
Since 2024, Marion Ranch's median sale price is -14% and SummerGlen's is -11% — SummerGlen has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Marion Ranch | SummerGlen | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 98.1% | 96.1% |
| New-construction share of sales | 94% | 96% |
| Typical sold home | 1,857 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 Ranch | SummerGlen | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary | Dinsmore |
| Middle | Liberty Middle School | Highlands |
| High school | West Port 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 Ranch is the lower entry point (median $252K 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 Ranch trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Marion Ranch (62 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 Ranch?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in SummerGlen is $320,000 versus $252,000 in Marion Ranch, about 27% higher.
Are Marion Ranch and SummerGlen in the same county?
No. Marion Ranch 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 Ranch or SummerGlen?
SummerGlen: its homes were built 2022–2024 with a median year of 2023, versus a median of 2005 in Marion Ranch (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
SummerGlen. The typical home there is 2,079 sq ft of living area, versus 1,775 sq ft in Marion Ranch.
Which has appreciated more, Marion Ranch or SummerGlen?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -14% in Marion Ranch and -11% in SummerGlen (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Marion Ranch — sellers there received 98.1% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 96.1% in SummerGlen.
What high schools serve Marion Ranch and SummerGlen?
Listings in Marion Ranch most often report West Port 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 Ranch homes, photos & schools · SummerGlen homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.