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Marion County closes out the summer with a Labor Day 5K downtown, a night of stand-up at the Marion Theatre, and even a musical about the pickleball craze at Reilly. Here's what else is worth your time around Marion County this week.
Local Events
Sit Down for Stand Up Live | Marion Theatre | Friday, Sept 4, 7:30 PM
Live stand-up comedy featuring three touring comics for one night downtown.
For: Adults. Learn More
Ocala Labor Day 5K | Citizens' Circle | Monday, Sept 7, 7:30 AM
A Labor Day morning run through downtown, with proceeds benefiting local organizations.
For: Families and Adults. Learn More
Super Pickle: A Hilarious Pickleball Musical Parody | Reilly Arts Center | Saturday, Sept 12, 7:30 PM
A comedy musical that pokes fun at Ocala's pickleball obsession, paddles and all.
For: Adults. Learn More
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Explore Florida
Florida's 284-Mile Highway You Have to Drive at Least Once
Islands.com traces the Tamiami Trail's route between Tampa and Miami, a highway that took 13 years to build and cuts straight through Everglades country, where alligators, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species show up along the way.
Retirement and Money
5 High-Yield Savings Account Mistakes That Could Cost You Money
Kiplinger rounds up common slip-ups that quietly shrink your savings, from parking cash in a low-rate account to chasing tiny rate bumps between banks.
Key Takeaway: A quick account check-up once a year can put real money back in your pocket.
Around the Yard
Low-Maintenance Landscaping That Actually Works in Florida
HGTV rounds up ways to cut down on watering and mowing: trading thirsty lawn for drought-tolerant plants, adding mulch and rain gardens, and grouping plants by how much water they actually need.
Key Takeaway: A few swaps now can mean a lot less yard work and a lower water bill next summer.
Seasonal / Homeownership
How Long Does a Roof Last in Florida's Climate?
This Old House breaks down how sun, humidity, and storms shorten a roof's lifespan here, and what to expect from each material.
What's Selling for Under $200K
$189,900 | A Solid Start in Northeast Ocala
3BR / 2BA Ocala home with an easy layout and room to make it yours.
Listed by Rock Sexton.
Room to Grow Under $500K
$304,500 | Space to Spread Out in Southeast Ocala
3BR / 3BA home with a comfortable layout and room to grow into.
Listed by Luis Lopez.
Luxury Living
$579,900 | Room to Entertain in Southeast Ocala
4BR / 3BA home with upscale finishes and space built for hosting, part of The RE/MAX Collection.
Listed by Cory Freilich.
Market Pulse
Active | Pending | Sold | |
|---|---|---|---|
This week (Aug 23-29, 2026) | 255 | 197 | 203 |
Last year (Aug 24-30, 2025) | 270 | 211 | 229 |
Marion County has fewer active listings and fewer new pendings than a year ago, and sales closed slightly behind last year's pace too, a sign this market is leaning a little tighter than it was twelve months back.
Median sold price (last 30 days): $276,900 | Average sold price: $309,991
Based on information from Stellar MLS and sourced by RE/MAX Premier Realty for the period August 23 through August 29, 2026, for Residential properties in Marion County. Median and average sold price reflect the last 30 days (August 1 - August 31, 2026).
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Closing
That is it for this week. Providing the Ocala community with clear, data-driven home insights.