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Map of Citrus County, Florida

Homes for sale in

Citrus County, Florida

Manatees, spring-fed rivers, and room to breathe

1,353

Homes for sale

$289,000

Median list price

$205

Avg price / sqft

43

Median days on market

Citrus County sits on Florida's Nature Coast, where spring-fed rivers, oak hammocks, and the Gulf shape daily life more than any skyline does. This is a place where Crystal River draws people to swim with manatees, Inverness anchors a walkable historic downtown, and quieter communities like Homosassa and Floral City trade traffic for boat ramps and cypress-lined lakes. Whether you want a canal lot, a pool, or acreage away from it all, the county spreads across distinct towns each with its own pace.

For buyers, the market is deep and reasonable: 1,353 active listings with a median list price of $289,000, running about $205 a square foot. Roughly 420 of those are new construction, and homes take a median of 43 days to sell, so there's real room to compare and negotiate. The county leans single-family, but you'll also find waterfront homes on the rivers and canals and value-priced options if you browse by price.

30-minute drive area around Citrus County

Within a 30-minute drive of the county center

Quick facts

8 cities & towns

$29,900$7.6M price range

1,668 sqft median home

$1,850/mo median rent

Balanced right now

Fresh on the market

Newest homes in Citrus County

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The numbers that matter

The Citrus County market

Balanced

5.9 months of inventory

Seller’s marketBuyer’s market

Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.

Citrus County vs Florida

Median list price

Citrus County$289K
Florida Co.$376K

Price per sqft

Citrus County$205
Florida Co.$283

Days on market

Citrus County43d
Florida Co.43d

Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling

$260K$270K$280KJul ’23Jun ’26

Homes on the market

2.3% yr/yr

6171,2331,849Jul ’23Jun ’26

Homes sold per month

0139278Jul ’24Jun ’26

Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Citrus County, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings.

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Cities in Citrus County

Beyond the listings

Living in Citrus County

01

Nature Coast on the Gulf

Crystal River, the Homosassa River, and a string of spring-fed waterways make boating, fishing, and manatee season a normal part of the calendar.

02

Distinct towns, one county

From historic Inverness to golf-friendly Beverly Hills and rural Floral City, each community carries its own character and price point.

03

Strong new-construction pipeline

About 420 of the 1,353 active listings are new construction, giving buyers plenty of move-in-ready options alongside resale homes.

04

Waterfront without the crowd

152 active waterfront listings mean canal and river access is attainable here in a way it rarely is farther south.

05

Low carrying costs

Median HOA runs just $17/month and median property tax lands near $1,541/year, keeping monthly ownership costs modest.

Population

158,693

Median age

56.9

Median income

$55,355

Median home value

$223,200

What people here are into

Hobbies & Interests

Wanderlust

Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.

Hobbies & Interests

Natural Beauty

This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.

Entertainment

Lighthearted Fun

This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.

Culture

Sites to See

This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.

Active

Outdoor Adventures

Appreciating the outdoors, this population wants to actively engage with nature. Whether it's finding a new hiking trail or looking for the perfect spot to catch the sunset, they seek to explore the world around them.

Food & Drink

Ingredient Attentive

These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.

What it really costs

Owning here

Owning the median Citrus County home

$1,878/mo

Principal & interest $1,523
Property tax $128
HOA / fees $17
Insurance (est.) $210

$289,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.

18%

In a FEMA flood zone

Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment

$1,850/mo

Median rent

93 homes for rent right now

Straight answers

Citrus County real estate FAQs

Is Citrus County a good place to live?+

It suits buyers who want Gulf-adjacent nature, spring-fed rivers, and small-town pace over big-city bustle. Towns like Crystal River and Inverness offer walkable cores, boating, and manatee season, while communities across the county range from 55+ enclaves to acreage. With 1,353 homes on the market, there's variety across every lifestyle.

Is Citrus County expensive?+

No, it's one of the more affordable coastal-adjacent markets in Florida, with a median list price of $289,000 and an average of $205 per square foot. Carrying costs are low too: median property tax is about $1,541 a year and median HOA is just $17 a month. You can also browse by price to find entry-level options.

What do homes cost in Citrus County?+

The median list price is $289,000, spanning a wide range from $29,900 up to $7,600,000, with a median home size of 1,668 square feet. Most inventory is single-family homes, though manufactured homes, condos, and mobile homes fill out the lower end. Waterfront and $1M+ listings sit at the top of the range.

How is the Citrus County market right now?+

There are 1,353 active listings and homes take a median of 43 days to sell, which gives buyers time to shop and negotiate rather than rush. With roughly 420 new-construction homes available, supply is healthy across price points. Watching the just reduced listings can surface motivated sellers.

What about HOA fees and property taxes?+

Costs here are light: the median HOA is only $17 a month, since much of the county is non-HOA single-family and rural property. Median property tax runs about $1,541 a year. Fees climb in the county's gated communities and golf neighborhoods, so budget accordingly if that's your target.

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