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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Newly renovated apartments
  • Modern finishes
  • Premium appliances
  • Pet-friendly community
  • Two swimming pools
  • Dog park (coming soon!)

Location

2281 Ne 2nd St, Ocala, FL 34470, USA
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Management

Align Communities

Leasing office

(352) 282-3132

Property Overview

The Packard Apartments offers newly renovated 1 and 2 bedroom homes with modern finishes and premium appliances in a pet-friendly community. It earns strong marks for value, amenities, and location, with two swimming pools, 49 photos for a clear preview, nearby pet services, and a dog park coming soon.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1/1 Classic1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,299 /mo1 unit availableFind your next beautiful one bedroom apartment home in Ocala, FL. This beautiful one-bedroom apartment is a perfect home for relaxing, entertaining friends, or simply enjoying the comfort of modern living. September 2026 FREE on select apartments, must move in by 8/7/26 Beyond your apartment, you'll be able to enjoy everything Ocala has to offer. Soak in the Florida sun from either of our two swimming pools or enjoy it from the comfort of your air conditioned home. With quick access to stores, restaurants, and groceries, The Packard's location makes everyday living easy. Looking for something more exciting? Explore Ocala's Historic Downtown Square or Fort King Historic Park- both under 10 minutes away! Our pet-friendly community welcomes you to bring along your furry companions! Whether they're enjoying our dog park (coming soon!) or pet friendly Ocala, there's something for everyone at The Packard Apartments.
2/2 Classic2 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$1,499 /mo1 unit availableFind your next beautiful two bedroom apartment home in Ocala, FL. This large two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is a perfect home for relaxing, entertaining friends, or simply enjoying the comfort of modern living. September 2026 FREE on select apartments, must move in by 8/7/26 Beyond your apartment, you'll be able to enjoy everything Ocala has to offer. Soak in the Florida sun from either of our two swimming pools or enjoy it from the comfort of your air conditioned home. With quick access to stores, restaurants, and groceries, The Packard's location makes everyday living easy. Looking for something more exciting? Explore Ocala's Historic Downtown Square or Fort King Historic Park- both under 10 minutes away! Our pet-friendly community welcomes you to bring along your furry companions! Whether they're enjoying our dog park (coming soon!) or pet friendly Ocala, there's something for everyone at The Packard Apartments.

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Amenities for The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL

HomeApartments in Ocala The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL

Find your next beautiful home in Ocala, FL at The Packard Apartments! Our newly renovated apartments offer premium appliances and modern finishes just minutes away from downtown Ocala. Soak in the Florida sun from either of our two swimming pools or enjoy it from the comfort of your air conditioned home. Find the floorplan that suits you best from any of our one or two bedroom configurations. Beyond your apartment, you'll be able to enjoy everything Ocala has to offer. With quick access to stores, restaurants, and groceries, The Packard's location makes everyday living easy. Looking for something more exciting? Explore Ocala's Historic Downtown Square or Fort King Historic Park- both under 10 minutes away! Our pet-friendly community welcomes you to bring along your furry companions! Whether they're enjoying our dog park (coming soon!) or pet friendly Ocala, there's something for everyone at The Packard Apartments.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL is great for:

Pet owners

  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Ocala

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 18% higher than 1-bedrooms in Ocala.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL to be 9% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ocala.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Ocala
A table of studio rental data trends in Ocala
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,424
October 2024$1,416
November 2024$1,049
December 2024$950
January 2025$1,099
February 2025$1,099
March 2025$1,181
April 2025$1,192
May 2025$1,249
June 2025$1,254
July 2025$1,037
August 2025$1,556
September 2025$1,124
October 2025$985
November 2025$1,080
December 2025$1,342
January 2026$1,323
February 2026$1,331
March 2026$1,349
April 2026$1,342
May 2026$1,356
June 2026$1,200
July 2026$1,174
August 2026$1,259
September 2026$1,212

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$51,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,299.
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Schools near The Packard Apartments | 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments in Ocala, FL

Marion Technical Institute

1614 e fort king st

ocala, FL, 34471

PK, 8-12Public
C+

New Leaf Center

1601 ne 25th ave ste 602

ocala, FL, 34470

K-12Public

Wyomina Park Elementary School

511 ne 12th ave

ocala, FL, 34470

PK, K-5Public
C

Early Learning Center Pk Ese Services

512 se 3rd st

ocala, FL, 34471

PKPublic
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Getting around Ocala near 2281 Ne 2nd St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2281 Ne 2nd St, Ocala

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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