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Talk to a Specialist →Tampa Accessibility vs. Ocala Simplicity
Del Webb Bexley and Trilogy at Ocala Preserve are both smaller gated communities in the $265K–$550K price range with no golf on-site and strong amenity programs anchored around clubhouses and active-adult programming. Neither has a CDD. Both attract buyers from the Northeast and Midwest. The decision almost always comes down to location: Tampa accessibility vs. Ocala's lower cost structure and insurance rates.
Key Differences
| Category | Del Webb Bexley | Trilogy Ocala Preserve |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Land O'Lakes — 25 min N of Tampa | Ocala — 80 min from Tampa, 80 min from Orlando |
| Fee Structure | ~$290–$488/mo (lawn included, other services vary) | ~$499/mo all-inclusive (lawn, cable, internet, amenities) |
| CDD | Varies — verify per parcel | No CDD anywhere |
| Insurance | Pasco County — moderate inland | Marion County — lowest in FL |
| New Construction | Sold out — resale only | Still building — Shea Homes |
| Tampa Airport | TPA ~35 min | ~80 min |
| Scale | ~850 homes | ~1,600 homes at buildout |
| Gate | Guard-gated entry | Gated |
| Entry Price | ~$385K+ | ~$265K+ |
| Golf | None on-site | None on-site |
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Who Each Is Right For
- Tampa Bay, TPA, and Tampa's medical corridor are your orientation
- Guard-gated entry is important — Bexley has staffed gate, Trilogy varies
- You want to buy and move now — no construction timeline uncertainty
- Pasco County suburban character suits your lifestyle
- New construction with builder warranty is a priority
- All-inclusive single fee — no separate lawn or cable tracking
- Marion County insurance rates are the lowest in Florida — real year-round savings
- Lower entry price — $265K+ vs Bexley's $385K+
- Ocala's quieter pace and horse country setting appeals to you