13750 W 40 Highway Ocala, FL 34481

Rare opportunity to own prime land in the Horse Preservation District of Ocala, Florida, known as the Horse Capital of the world. This property, situated within the renowned Classic Mile Training Park, occupies the highly visible SW Corner of Highway 40 (17,200 AADT) and SW 140th Avenue (2150 AADT), boasting an impressive 1,300 feet of highway frontage. Spanning 15.13 acres, it is zoned RAC for commercial land use, promoting commerce in the Rural Activity Center, serving the equine industry residents and the neighboring 195,000 acres dedicated to this 2.62 billion-dollar industry in Ocala/Marion County. Located just 4 miles from the 3,200-acre World Equestrian Center, an $800 million-dollar equine paradise with global appeal, this property is at the heart of the expanding equine community. The area offers Olympic-Level equestrian sports, international competitions, show jumping, and polo facilities. Under the current land use designation, potential uses encompass mixed-use development, including a National Grocers/Supermarket, C-Store/Gas Station, Restaurants and Bars, Drive Thru/QSR with Special Use Approval, Department Stores, and professional office space. The possibilities are diverse, catering to the area's evolving needs. Classic Mile Commons is easily accessible via SR 40, a 91-mile logistical route linking US 41 in Dunnellon and providing convenient access to I-75 (Exit 352), US 27, and US 301. It is strategically located just 4 miles from the WEC, 9.6 miles from the Ocala International Airport, and 9.6 miles from top-rated equine sports venues like the FAST Aquatic Center, Florida Horse Park, and HITS Post Time Farm. Develop the future of an area expected to double in population!