Homes for sale in
Crystal River, Florida
Manatees, spring-fed water, and room to breathe
160
Homes for sale
$322,450
Median list price
$259
Avg price / sqft
65
Median days on market
Crystal River sits on the Nature Coast, built around the spring-fed waters that draw manatees every winter and give the town its name. Life here leans outdoors and unhurried — boating, fishing, and paddling are part of the weekly routine, and the waterfront homes along the canals and river reflect that. As part of Citrus County, it offers a slower pace than the coast to the south while keeping you close to the water.
For buyers today, the market is varied and negotiable. There are 160 active listings with a median list price of $322,450, and homes are averaging 65 days on the market — enough time to shop carefully and make a considered offer. With everything from $60,000 entry points to multimillion-dollar riverfront, you can browse by price or focus on single-family homes, and it's worth watching the just reduced list given how long inventory is sitting.
Crystal River is in Citrus County, Florida.
Within a 30-minute drive
Quick facts
$60,000 – $3.5M price range
1,584 sqft median home
$3,000/mo median rent
Leans buyer right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Crystal River
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$349,000
11043 W HARBOR WATCH LOOP UNIT 11043, CRYSTAL RIVER
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,050 sqft
$189,900
8010 W MORROW COURT, CRYSTAL RIVER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,450 sqft
$157,000
11364 W BAYSHORE DRIVE, CRYSTAL RIVER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,584 sqft
$489,990
1050 N STONEY POINT, CRYSTAL RIVER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,776 sqft
$576,000
6687 W 7 RIVERS DRIVE, CRYSTAL RIVER
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,677 sqft
$326,900
3761 N HIAWATHA TER, CRYSTAL RIVER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,896 sqft
$218,000
8668 N ELMTREE AVENUE, CRYSTAL RIVER
2 bd · 1 ba · 900 sqft
$649,000
1302 SE PARADISE AVENUE, CRYSTAL RIVER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,376 sqft
$259,900
11352 W BAYSHORE DRIVE, CRYSTAL RIVER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,584 sqft
$229,900
1481 N DUNKENFIELD AVENUE, CRYSTAL RIVER
1 bd · 1 ba · 768 sqft
$250,000
11628 W BAYSHORE DRIVE UNIT 8, CRYSTAL RIVER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,600 sqft
$745,000
10264 W SPRINGTREE LANE, CRYSTAL RIVER
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,562 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Crystal River market
Leans buyer
8.3 months of inventory
Inventory is building — buyers have leverage and time.
277
Sold, last 12 months
$277,000
Median sold price
94%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
70 days
Median time to sell
Crystal River vs Citrus County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 25.4% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 6.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Crystal River, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Crystal River
Water is the whole point
With 61 of the 160 active listings on the water, Crystal River is genuinely built around boating and river access.
Wide price range
Listings run from $60,000 to $3,450,000, so both first-time buyers and luxury shoppers have real options here.
Room to negotiate
A median 65 days on market means sellers are often open to offers, especially on longer-sitting listings.
Mostly single-family
Single-family homes make up 104 of active listings, with condos, manufactured homes, and villas rounding out the mix.
A luxury waterfront tier
Fourteen active listings are priced above $1M, most of them tied to the river and canal frontage.
Population
3,443
Median age
63.3
Median income
$52,112
Median home value
$290,900
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Top 24% in the U.S.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.
Relationships
Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Entertainment
Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
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.
Emotional
Gratitude
From generous tipping to standing ovations, this population has a way with giving someone a pat on the back.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Crystal River home
≈ $2,843/mo
$322,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
71%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$3,000/mo
Median rent
8 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Crystal River real estate FAQs
Is Crystal River a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit if you want an outdoor, water-centered lifestyle on Florida's Nature Coast rather than a busy urban feel. Families are served by Crystal River Primary, Middle, and High schools, and the town's identity revolves around its springs, manatees, and boating. It's quieter and more affordable than the state's larger coastal cities.
Is Crystal River expensive?+
It's moderate for Florida, with a median list price of $322,450 and an average of $259 per square foot. Entry-level options start as low as $60,000, while the luxury end runs to $3,450,000, so there's a wide affordability spread. You can see the range yourself when you browse by price.
What do homes cost in Crystal River?+
The median list price is $322,450 for a typical home around 1,584 square feet, working out to about $259 per square foot. Of 160 active listings, 104 are single-family homes and 25 are condos, so what you pay depends heavily on whether you want land, water frontage, or a lower-maintenance townhome or condo.
How is the Crystal River market right now?+
There are 160 active listings and homes are taking a median of 65 days to sell, which points to a market that favors patient buyers. That longer timeline gives you room to negotiate, and price cuts are common — the just reduced listings are a good place to start.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median property tax runs about $2,449 per year, which is manageable for the area. HOA fees vary widely by community, with a median around $730/month that's typically tied to condos and managed communities rather than standalone homes. Many single-family properties carry no HOA at all.
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IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS. Market statistics are computed from listing and sold data and change as the market moves.
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