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| Category | Kings Point | Trilogy Ocala Preserve |
|---|---|---|
| Location | S. Hillsborough — Tampa side | Marion County — Ocala |
| Golf | Included in HOA | None on-site |
| Fee Type | Per-unit HOA + 100+ sub-associations | Single all-inclusive HOA ~$499/mo |
| CDD | No master CDD | No CDD anywhere |
| Insurance | Hillsborough — moderate inland | Marion County — lowest in FL |
| Home Types | Condo/villa dominant | SFH and villa — fee simple |
| New Construction | Resale only | Shea Homes still building |
| 24-hr Gate | Yes — staffed 24 hours | Gated |
| Tampa Airport | TPA ~35 min | ~80 min |
| Indoor Pools | 3 indoor pools | Outdoor/covered |
| Entry Price | ~$100K+ (condo) | ~$265K+ (SFH) |
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Who Each Is Right For
Choose Kings Point if:
Daily golf + 24-hr gate + Tampa access
- Golf daily — inclusion is the core Kings Point value proposition
- 24-hour staffed gate is a firm requirement
- Tampa Bay, South Bay Hospital, TPA — Tampa side is your orientation
- Lowest entry price — $100K+ for a condo unit
- Condo lifestyle is acceptable — exterior maintained by association
Choose Trilogy Ocala if:
New construction + SFH + lowest insurance
- New construction with builder warranty is a genuine priority
- Single-family home (detached) is preferred over condo
- All-inclusive single fee with no sub-association complexity
- Marion County insurance — lowest in Florida — real long-term savings
- Ocala's quiet, nature-adjacent setting suits your retirement vision