14840 W Highway 40, Ocala, FL 34481 - Photo 1

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$6,500,000

Sold
Closed
Farms/Ranches
1 Full Bath
1,008 Sq. Ft.
Updated 12 days ago

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Property Description

This stunning 244.23 +/- acre horse training facility provides a truly turnkey equestrian experience! Nestled in NW Marion County, it's conveniently located just 10 miles from the World Equestrian Center and 10 miles from OBS Sales. The facility boasts six barns with a total of 198 stalls, including two spacious 40-stall center aisle barns, a 38-stall shed row barn, a 24-stall shed row barn, a 30-stall shed row barn, and a 26-stall shed row barn. With versatility to accommodate any discipline, this property presents exceptional training opportunities on dirt and turf surfaces. The facility features a professionally designed irrigated 1 +/- mile dirt racetrack and a 7/8 mile +/- turf track, ensuring optimal conditions for training while offering a viewing stand for spectators to enjoy the action. Watching Park Farm is truly a horse trainer's paradise, equipped with all the essential amenities for a successful equestrian operation. Among the remarkable facilities is an equestrian swimming pool complete with a deck and secure PVC fencing for safety, (7) European walkers, (12) round pens, (3) riding arenas, (42) lush green paddocks, automatic waterers, an office, (2) workshops/storage buildings, a gated entrance, underground piping for water/sewer lines, and ornamental landscaping. The entire property is secured with 4 and 5-board fencing and offers picturesque building sites to construct your dream home overlooking the farm. The equestrian facilities are first-rate, designed to support top-quality training for thoroughbreds or any breed of your choice. The farm also boasts a rich legacy of graduates, which includes 1 horse of the year, 7 Eclipse champions, 2 Kentucky Derby winners, 3 Preakness winners, 1 Belmont winner, 9 Breeders Cup winners, 43 individual Grade 1 winners, and a vast number of Grade 2 & Grade 3 winners.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 14840 W Highway 40

General

Sold For: $6,500,000
Taxes: $11,071 (2022)
Status: Closed
Type: Farms/Ranches
Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
MLS ID: OM660011
Added to Site: 933 day(s) ago

Rental Information

Min. Lease: No Rent

Interior

Number of Rooms: 4
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: None
Furnishings: Unfurnished
Flooring: Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior

Exterior Features: Lighting

Location

Area: 34481 - Ocala
County: Marion
Development Name: 34481 - Ocala
Subdivision: NA
Driving Directions: From Ocala - Travel West on Hwy 40 cross the intersection of Hwy 40 and SW 140th Ave - The property will be on the South side of the road - Look for a gate with "EW" on it with white columns.
Direction Faces: Northwest

School Information

Elementary School: Dunnellon Elementary School
Middle School: Dunnellon Middle School
High School: Dunnellon High School

Community

Community Name: 34481 - Ocala

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Central

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Utility Description: Electricity Connected

Structural Information

Architectural Info: Other
Architectural Style: Other
Builder: Rick Wilcox
Exterior Const.: Block
Roof: Shingle
Windows: Blinds, Drapes
Stories/Levels: One
Square Feet: 1,008
Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
Living Area: 1,008 Sq. Ft.
Current Bldg. Use: Horses
Year Built: 2005

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 224.51
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 10,638,659
Lot Size: 244.23
Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
Fencing (Description): Board

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $11,071.57
Tax Year: 2022

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Special Conditions: None
Legal Description: SEC 01 TWP 16 RGE 19 TRS 3.4.5 BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESC AS: COM AT THE W 1/4 COR OF SEC 36 TH N 00-10-40 E 2009.24 FT TH N 57-30-36 E 748.45 FT TO THE POB TH S 00-10-53 W 1204.27 FT TH N 89-53-32 E 646.20 FT TH S 00-06-22 W 1205.86 FT TH S 00-10- 02 W 1324.69 FT TH S 89-56-52 W 1277.33 FT TH S 00-00-06 W 1323.50 FT TH S 00-05-31 W 2650.43 FT TH N 89-52-19 E 2648.84 FT TH N 00-02-39 E 2645.76 FT TH N 00-30-58 W 1324.75 FT TH N 00-01-59 E 2651.81 FT TH S 89-53-32 W 1882.04 FT TH N 00-10-53 E 11 60.61 FT TH S 57-30-36 W 142.56 FT TO THE POB & EXC TR 4 COM W 1/4 COR TH N 00-10-40 E 2009.24 FT
Flood Zone Info: x
APN: 2090902900
Property ID: 2090902900
Block/Lot/Section: NA

Listed and Sold by Joan Pletcher

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Schools

Schools serving 14840 W Highway 40

School District:Marion County School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Dunnellon Elementary School 10235 Southwest 180th Avenue Road, Dunnellon, FL 34432	PK-5	5.4 mi
Dunnellon Middle School 21005 Chestnut Street, Dunnellon, FL 34431	6-8	8.5 mi
Dunnellon High School 10055 Southwest 180th Avenue Road, Dunnellon, FL 34432	9-12	5 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 14840 W Highway 40

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

1/05/2026

Sold

$6,500,000

-18.75%

MLS

5/30/2025

Price Reduced

$8,000,000

-17.95%

MLS

6/29/2023

Listed

$9,750,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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