Citrus County, Florida
Homosassa Real Estate and Local Guide
An Old Florida coastal and riverine community in southwestern Citrus County with a large retiree population and a low level of activity compared to major tourist regions. It is known for manatee viewing in its spring and for Atlantic tarpon fishing.
Living in Homosassa
Cited by Sport Fishing Magazine as one of the best places in the world for Atlantic tarpon fishing. Source: en.wikipedia.org
IncomeAbout $60,889 median household
EducationAbout 33.2% hold a bachelor's or higher
CountyCitrus County
Homes in Homosassa
Single-family detached homesRoughly 80.7% of housing units
Median home valueAbout $327,900
- About 95.6% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, one of the higher ownership rates in the area.
Source: ACS 2023
What makes Homosassa home
Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park
Source: en.wikipedia.org
Remnants of David Levy Yulee's sugar plantation mill that operated from 1851 to 1864
Monkey Island
Source: naturecoaster.com
Small island in the Homosassa River that is home to a group of spider monkeys
Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park
Source: en.wikipedia.org
Manatee and wildlife park with an underwater viewing platform, in adjacent Homosassa Springs