Property Overview

This 0.37-acre parcel in the Darkwood / Big Scrub area of Marion County offers a strong investment opportunity at a price well below market norms. With well and septic already on site (condition unknown), power nearby, and dual road access, the property provides a head start compared to raw land in the area.

Most unimproved lots in this pocket trade in the $10K–$12K range, while similar parcels with utilities and a structure footprint routinely close in the $28K–$30K range. Priced at $24,000, this offering positions you significantly below the improved-land tier, leaving room for value creation through cleanup and future development.

The existing single-wide is a complete teardown, presenting a clean slate for a new manufactured home, cabin shell, RV setup (per county guidelines), or long-term land hold. With direct access to the Ocala National Forest corridor, this location is well-suited for recreational use or a low-cost rural homesite.

Key Features

• 0.37-acre wooded lot with level homesite area
• Well & septic installed (buyer to verify condition)
• Power available nearby
• Two access points via SE 141st Ln & SE 142nd Ln
• Full scrape — no renovation required
• No HOA, low annual taxes
• Forest-edge location with direct access to outdoor recreation
• Flexible zoning typical for manufactured or site-built options

Investment/Comps Summary

• Raw land in the area sells for $10K–$12K
• Improved lots with utilities achieve $28K–$30K
• Offered at $24,000, providing clear value below market

1. 20645 SE 140th St – Umatilla, FL

• Sold: $28,000 (March 2025)
• Lot Size: 0.37 acres
• Utilities: Yes — well & septic present (condition unknown)
• Improvements: Old cabin structure (tear-down cabin / hunting camp setup)
• Notes: One of the best true comps — forest-adjacent lot with utilities and a structure footprint.

2. 20701 SE 142nd Pl – Umatilla, FL

• Sold: $28,000 (October 2024)
• Lot Size: 0.37 acres
• Utilities: Unconfirmed — marketed as unimproved land
• Improvements: None
• Notes: Pure land comp at the top of the band; shows buyers will pay high-20s even without a structure if location is strong.

3. 20800 SE 142nd Ln – Umatilla, FL

• Sold: $29,990 (March 2025)
• Lot Size: ~0.19 acres (smaller than yours)
• Utilities: Yes — power, well, and septic implied (mobile home was hooked up)
• Improvements: 3/2 manufactured home in complete tear-down condition
• Notes: Even with a smaller lot, the presence of utilities and a replaceable MH pushed this one to ~$30K.

4. SE 147th Pl – Umatilla, FL

• Sold: ~$25,995
• Lot Size: ~0.40 acres
• Utilities: Unknown (likely raw land)
• Improvements: None listed
• Notes: Slightly larger parcel; helps show mid-20s pricing for lots in this recreational corridor.