Marion Ranch 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 2026-10-24.
| Metric | Marion Ranch | The Towns at Laurel Commons |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $245K | $219K |
| Price per sq ft | $163 | $150 |
| Avg days on market | 80 days | 156 days |
| Months of supply | 2.1 mo | 0.8 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 69 | 47 |
The verdict
Marion Ranch carries the higher median price — about 12% above The Towns at Laurel Commons. Homes in Marion Ranch sell faster (80 days on market vs 156). The Towns at Laurel Commons is the tighter market on inventory (0.8 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Marion Ranch | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Marion County, FL | Marion County, FL |
| City / area | Ocala | Ocala |
| ZIP | 34476, 34481 | 34476 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 28 sampled homes outside a flood zone | not enough parcels sampled |
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 | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 12 | 3 |
| Under contract | 8 | 5 |
| Asking prices today | $215K to $375K | $225K to $240K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 5 | 3 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Marion Ranch homes for sale · The Towns at Laurel Commons homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Marion Ranch | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 2,711 | 386 |
| Built | 1958–2024 (median 2005) | 1972–2024 (median 2004) |
| Typical living area | 1,775 sq ft | 1,687 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 65% | 43% |
| Vacant lots | 354 | 138 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Marion Ranch median | The Towns at Laurel Commons median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $339K (3 sales) | $245K (31 sales) |
| 2025 | $353K (59 sales) | $233K (65 sales) |
| 2026 | $292K (54 sales) | $224K (42 sales) |
Since 2024, Marion Ranch's median sale price is -14% and The Towns at Laurel Commons's is -8% — The Towns at Laurel Commons has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Marion Ranch | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 98.1% | 92.4% |
| New-construction share of sales | 94% | 98% |
| Typical sold home | 1,857 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
| Marion Ranch | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Hammett Bowen Jr. Elementary | 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 $245K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Marion Ranch; The Towns at Laurel Commons trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Marion Ranch (80 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 Marion Ranch more expensive than The Towns at Laurel Commons?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Marion Ranch is $245,000 versus $219,000 in The Towns at Laurel Commons, about 12% higher.
Which has newer homes, Marion Ranch or The Towns at Laurel Commons?
Marion Ranch: its homes were built 1958–2024 with a median year of 2005, versus a median of 2004 in The Towns at Laurel Commons (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has appreciated more, Marion Ranch or The Towns at Laurel Commons?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -14% in Marion Ranch and -8% in The Towns at Laurel Commons (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 92.4% in The Towns at Laurel Commons.
What high schools serve Marion Ranch and The Towns at Laurel Commons?
Listings in Marion Ranch 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: Marion Ranch 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.