Homes zoned forCentral Ridge Elementary School
Affordable new-build living on Citrus County's western ridge
350
Homes for sale
$294,995
Median list price
$197
Avg price / sqft
70
Median days on market
The Central Ridge Elementary zone sits in the heart of Citrus Springs, a quiet, spread-out community on the western edge of Citrus County where generous lot sizes and open ridge terrain set the pace. It's the kind of place that suits buyers who want room to breathe, a newer home without a city price tag, and an easy connection to the lakes, rivers and spring systems the region is known for. You'll find a steady supply of Citrus Springs homes for sale, many of them freshly built on long-platted streets.
The market here is one of the more approachable in the area, with a median list price of $292,000 and homes trading at about 98% of asking. New construction is a real force — nearly half the active inventory is new — so buyers are often choosing between a move-in-ready resale and a just-completed build. With a median of 77 days on market, there's time to compare options; browse the live map to see how listings cluster across the zone.
Central Ridge Elementary School is an attendance zone in Citrus Springs, Florida.
Quick facts
$60,000 – $7.1M price range
1,808 sqft median home
$13/mo median HOA
$1,800/mo median rent
850 sold in 12 months
Living in the Central Ridge Elementary zone
The Central Ridge Elementary zone covers part of Citrus Springs, a large, low-density community on the western side of Citrus County. The defining trait is space — the area was platted decades ago with wide streets and generous lots, so homes don't sit on top of each other the way they do in denser Florida suburbs. That makes it a natural fit for buyers who want a yard, a quiet street and a newer house without paying coastal or metro prices.
Day to day, life here leans residential and self-directed rather than walkable. You drive to shopping, services and the region's lakes, rivers and spring-fed waterways, which are a big part of why people settle in this part of Florida. It's a good match for families, remote workers and retirees who prize calm over convenience.
Because so much of the housing is new or newer, the community has a fresh feel in many pockets, with just-built homes filling in long-established street grids. Buyers browsing Citrus Springs homes for sale will notice that character quickly — a mix of established lots and brand-new construction side by side.
Schools for homes in the Central Ridge Elementary zone
This attendance zone is anchored by Central Ridge Elementary School, the namesake campus serving the area. Families in and around Citrus Springs also connect with Citrus Springs Elementary School and Citrus Springs Middle School, which serve the broader community.
School attendance boundaries in Citrus County are redrawn periodically as enrollment shifts and new neighborhoods come online. Because of that, the school assigned to a specific street can change from year to year, and two nearby addresses don't always feed the same campus.
Before you make an offer, confirm the exact attendance zone for the specific address with the Citrus County school district. That one step protects you from assumptions and makes sure the home you choose actually lines up with the schools you want.
Homes for sale in the Central Ridge Elementary zone: prices and housing
The numbers tell a clear, approachable story. There are 337 active listings with a median list price of $292,000, and the range runs from about $60,000 up to $7,100,000 — so entry-level buyers and custom-build shoppers both have a place here. Homes trade at roughly $196 per square foot, with a median size around 1,808 square feet.
New construction is the headline: 149 of the active listings are newly built, nearly half the market. That gives buyers an unusual amount of choice between move-in-ready resales and just-completed homes. Pools are common too, showing up in 64 active listings, while more specialized segments are thinner — 10 gated listings, 5 waterfront and 10 properties priced above $1 million.
Carrying costs are a strong point. The median HOA is just $13 a month and the median property tax is about $1,046 a year, both low by Florida standards. Over the past 12 months, 838 homes sold at a median of $285,000, and sellers collected about 98% of asking, so pricing here is steady and realistic.
Getting around from the Central Ridge Elementary zone
Citrus Springs is a western-Citrus-County community built around a wide, rural road network, so a car is essential for daily life. The spread-out layout that makes lots feel generous also means destinations — shopping, services, schools and the region's waterways — are a drive rather than a walk.
Specific drive times vary depending on where you're headed within Citrus County and beyond, and the data here doesn't fix a single commute figure. The practical move is to test your own regular routes — work, school, groceries — at the times you'd actually travel them.
If a short, predictable commute is a top priority, map it carefully before committing to a particular street, since distances across this community add up. For buyers who are comfortable driving for space and value, the trade-off is an easy one to accept.
Is the Central Ridge Elementary zone a good fit?
If your priorities are space, a newer home and low monthly carrying costs, this zone delivers on all three. The median list price of $292,000, median tax near $1,046 a year and median HOA of just $13 a month make ownership genuinely affordable, and the deep pool of new construction — 149 active listings — means you can often find a fresh home at that reasonable price point.
The trade-offs are real and worth naming. This is a spread-out, car-dependent community, so you won't get walkability or dense amenities, and some specialized segments — waterfront and gated homes in particular — are limited. With a median 77 days on market and 337 active listings, buyers have time and selection, which rewards patience over rushing.
For families, remote workers and retirees who want room to breathe at a sensible price, the Central Ridge Elementary zone makes a strong case. Start with the live map to see where new and resale inventory sits, then confirm the school zone for any address before you write an offer.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$286,900
10812 N AIRWAY LOOP, CITRUS SPRINGS
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,774 sqft
$199,900
5084 N EVANSTON TERRACE, HERNANDO
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,512 sqft
$195,500
1380 E WACKER STREET, HERNANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,342 sqft
$75,000
7621 N FREE SPIRIT POINT, HERNANDO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,376 sqft
$1,099,800
5286 W YEARLING DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS
5 bd · 4 ba · 4,379 sqft
$999,000
5885 W BONANZA DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,437 sqft
$700,000
2296 W MUSTANG BOULEVARD, BEVERLY HILLS
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,500 sqft
$699,900
3929 N BUCKHORN DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,837 sqft
$675,000
4099 W MALALUKA CIRCLE, CITRUS SPRINGS
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,352 sqft
$630,000
4845 N CAPISTRANO LOOP, BEVERLY HILLS
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,866 sqft
$589,000
4295 N BRIDGER DRIVE, BEVERLY HILLS
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,135 sqft
$525,000
5895 W DESERT COURT, BEVERLY HILLS
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,412 sqft
Every active listing inside the Central Ridge Elementary School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Central Ridge Elementary School market
850
Sold, last 12 months
$285,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
61 days
Median time to sell
Central Ridge Elementary School vs Citrus Springs
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 7.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Central Ridge Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Central Ridge Elementary School home
≈ $1,871/mo
$294,995 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$13/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,800/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
19,820
Median age
55
Median income
$70,109
Median home value
$286,758
Beyond the listings
Living in Central Ridge Elementary School
Entertainment
Top 19% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
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Hobbies & Interests
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Lifestyles
Farm Culture
Do you know where your food comes from? These people do, and they want to share their love for farming and simple living with the community.
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.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Hobbies & Interests
Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Straight answers
Central Ridge Elementary School FAQs
Is the Central Ridge Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who value space, quiet streets and newer homes over walkable urban amenities. The community of Citrus Springs is spread out across the western ridge of Citrus County, which appeals to families and remote workers wanting room without a steep price. Check Citrus Springs homes for sale to get a feel for the layout.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Not by Florida standards — the median list price is $292,000 and homes run about $196 per square foot. There's a wide spread, from entry-level listings around $60,000 up to a handful of $1M-plus properties (10 of them active), so budgets from first-time buyers to custom builds are all represented.
What do homes cost in the Central Ridge Elementary zone?+
The median list price is $292,000 and the median home size is about 1,808 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 838 homes sold at a median price of $285,000, so list and sold prices track closely here.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and gives buyers breathing room — the median days on market is 77, and sellers are getting about 98% of asking on average. With 337 active listings to choose from, there's genuine selection across price points. You can watch it move on the live map.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes like?+
Carrying costs are low: the median HOA is just $13 a month and the median property tax is about $1,046 a year. Most of Citrus Springs is made up of long-platted streets without heavy association structures, though a small number of gated communities (10 active listings) do exist.
What about schools in this zone?+
This attendance zone is anchored by Central Ridge Elementary School, with Citrus Springs Middle School and Citrus Springs Elementary School also serving the broader community. Boundaries change, so confirm the exact zone for any specific address with the Citrus County school district before you buy.
How is the commute from here?+
Citrus Springs is a western-Citrus-County community with a rural, spread-out road network, so most daily driving is by car to nearby towns and county services. Specific drive times vary by destination, so plan your regular routes before committing to a particular street.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes — new construction is the dominant story here, with 149 of the 337 active listings being newly built homes. That means buyers often weigh a just-completed build against a resale, and many of those new homes land near the $292,000 median list price.
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Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. 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.
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