Belleview

Belleview is a city in Marion County, Florida, United States. The population was 3,478 at the 2000 census. According to the U.S Census estimates of 2009, the city had a population of 4,483. It is part of the Ocala Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city name, Belleview, which means beautiful view, was derived from one of the original settlers, whose daughter was named “Belle”. "The City with Small Town Charm" is the city’s mottoHistoryA post office has been in operation at Belleview since 1883.GeographyBelleview is located at.According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.8sqmi, all land.DemographicsAs of the census of 2000, there were 3,478 people, 1,600 households, and 956 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,905.5 inhabitants per square mile (733.8/km²). There were 1,806 housing units at an average density of 989.5 per square mile (381.0/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 91.14% White, 4.23% African American, 0.46% Native American, 0.58% Asian, 2.10% from other races, and 1.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.68% of the population.