Ocala Crossings South 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 2026-11-02.
| Metric | Ocala Crossings South | The Towns at Laurel Commons |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $306K | $219K |
| Price per sq ft | $137 | $150 |
| Avg days on market | 58 days | 112 days |
| Months of supply | 1.9 mo | 0.8 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 119 | 47 |
The verdict
Ocala Crossings South carries the higher median price — about 40% above The Towns at Laurel Commons. Homes in Ocala Crossings South sell faster (58 days on market vs 112). The Towns at Laurel Commons is the tighter market on inventory (0.8 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Ocala Crossings South | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Marion County, FL | Marion County, FL |
| City / area | Ocala | Ocala |
| ZIP | 34476 | 34476 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 25 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
| Ocala Crossings South | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 19 | 3 |
| Under contract | 11 | 4 |
| Asking prices today | $290K to $347K | $238K to $270K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 17 | 2 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Ocala Crossings South homes for sale · The Towns at Laurel Commons homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Ocala Crossings South | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 1,772 | 386 |
| Built | 1956–2024 (median 2007) | 1972–2024 (median 2004) |
| Typical living area | 1,945 sq ft | 1,687 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 55% | 43% |
| Vacant lots | 312 | 138 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Ocala Crossings South median | The Towns at Laurel Commons median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $322K (122 sales) | $245K (31 sales) |
| 2025 | $316K (123 sales) | $233K (65 sales) |
| 2026 | $294K (91 sales) | $224K (42 sales) |
Since 2024, Ocala Crossings South's median sale price is -9% and The Towns at Laurel Commons's is -8% — The Towns at Laurel Commons has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Ocala Crossings South | The Towns at Laurel Commons | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 94.2% | 92.4% |
| New-construction share of sales | 100% | 98% |
| Typical sold home | 1,828 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
| Ocala Crossings South | 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 $306K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Ocala Crossings South; The Towns at Laurel Commons trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Ocala Crossings South (58 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 Ocala Crossings South more expensive than The Towns at Laurel Commons?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Ocala Crossings South is $306,000 versus $219,000 in The Towns at Laurel Commons, about 40% higher.
Which has newer homes, Ocala Crossings South or The Towns at Laurel Commons?
Ocala Crossings South: its homes were built 1956–2024 with a median year of 2007, versus a median of 2004 in The Towns at Laurel Commons (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Ocala Crossings South. The typical home there is 1,945 sq ft of living area, versus 1,687 sq ft in The Towns at Laurel Commons.
Which has appreciated more, Ocala Crossings South or The Towns at Laurel Commons?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -9% in Ocala Crossings South and -8% in The Towns at Laurel Commons (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Ocala Crossings South — sellers there received 94.2% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 92.4% in The Towns at Laurel Commons.
What high schools serve Ocala Crossings South and The Towns at Laurel Commons?
Listings in Ocala Crossings South 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: Ocala Crossings South 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.