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Lecanto, Florida

Room to breathe in Citrus County's green center

53

Homes for sale

$380,000

Median list price

$239

Avg price / sqft

67

Median days on market

Lecanto sits in the heart of Citrus County, where the Nature Coast trades beach traffic for oak canopies, open acreage, and a slower pace that still keeps you central to everything the county offers. It's a place built around single-family homes on generous lots, with pockets of golf communities like Black Diamond and quieter subdivisions such as Crystal Glen dotting the ridge. If you want space, trees, and a garage full of room to spread out, this is the trade you're making — and Tampa International is still about 71 minutes away when you need it.

The market here rewards patience on both sides. With 50 active listings, a median list price of $362,450, and homes sitting a median 70 days before they sell, buyers have real negotiating room — sellers are netting about 96% of asking. Prices span widely, from entry-level options you can browse by price up through four luxury homes ($1m+), so the right strategy depends heavily on which segment you're shopping.

Lecanto is in Citrus County, Florida.

Quick facts

$140,000$3.9M price range

1,944 sqft median home

$2,100/mo median rent

Leans seller right now

Drive times

Tampa Int’l Airport (TPA)71 min

Fresh on the market

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The numbers that matter

The Lecanto market

Leans seller

4.5 months of inventory

Seller’s marketBuyer’s market

Demand still outpaces supply, but buyers have a little more room.

116

Sold, last 12 months

$322,500

Median sold price

96%

Sale-to-list ratio

What sellers actually get vs asking

45 days

Median time to sell

Lecanto vs Citrus County

Median list price

Lecanto$380K
Citrus Co.$289K

Price per sqft

Lecanto$239
Citrus Co.$206

Days on market

Lecanto67d
Citrus Co.54d

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

1.9% yr/yr

$243K$329K$416KAug ’23Jul ’26

Homes on the market

34.6% yr/yr

315782Aug ’23Jul ’26

Homes sold per month

0917Aug ’24Jul ’26

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

Where to look

Lecanto neighborhoods

Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.

For the school run

School zones with homes for sale

Assigned schools as reported on active MLS listings — always verify zoning with the district.

Beyond the listings

Living in Lecanto

01

Golf-focused living

Lecanto leans into its courses, with 18 active listings tied to golf communities including the well-known Black Diamond area.

02

Space over density

Single-family homes dominate the market at 39 of the active listings, with room-to-roam lots rather than tight subdivisions.

03

Pools and gated options

Buyers wanting privacy or a backyard splash have choices — 16 gated listings and 16 with a pool are on the market now.

04

A patient buyer's market

A median 70 days on market gives buyers time to tour, compare, and negotiate without the pressure of same-day offers.

05

Central to the Nature Coast

Lecanto's location in the middle of Citrus County keeps you close to the county's springs, trails, and everyday errands.

Population

6,929

Median age

45.3

Median income

$52,996

Median home value

$293,900

What people here are into

Entertainment

Top 22% in the U.S.

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.

Emotional

Awestruck

Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.

Beliefs

Spiritual Practices

Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.

Lifestyles

Student Life

There's more to student life than academics. It's about the experience - from classes and homecoming, to making lifetime friends and alumni events. These are students at school, taking classes online, or finding other ways to be students in their daily lives.

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.

Attitudes

Deal Seekers

These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.

What it really costs

Owning here

Owning the median Lecanto home

$2,653/mo

Principal & interest $2,002
Property tax $211
HOA / fees $230
Insurance (est.) $210

$380,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.

0%

In a FEMA flood zone

Most homes here sit outside high-risk zones

$2,100/mo

Median rent

1 homes for rent right now

Straight answers

Lecanto real estate FAQs

Is Lecanto a good place to live?+

Lecanto suits buyers who want space, trees, and a quieter pace while staying central to Citrus County's amenities. The market is heavy on single-family homes and golf living, and Tampa International Airport is roughly 71 minutes away for travel or bigger-city runs. It's more about acreage and calm than nightlife or walkability.

Is Lecanto expensive?+

It's mid-range for the region, with a median list price of $362,450 and homes selling around $322,500 over the past year. At roughly $234 per square foot, it lands below Florida's coastal hotspots, though prices stretch all the way from $140,000 up to $3.9 million depending on the community. You can browse by price to find where your budget fits.

What do homes cost in Lecanto?+

The median list price is $362,450 and the median home runs about 1,872 square feet, so you're generally getting more house per dollar than the coast. Over the last 12 months, 116 homes sold at a median of $322,500. Segments matter — a golf-community or pool home will sit higher than an entry-level manufactured or modular option.

How is the Lecanto real estate market right now?+

It favors buyers who take their time — 50 homes are active and the median listing sits 70 days before selling. Sellers are getting about 96% of their asking price, which means there's real room to negotiate. Watching the just reduced listings is a smart way to spot motivated sellers.

What about HOA fees and property taxes in Lecanto?+

The median HOA runs about $231 a month, which tracks with the number of gated communities and golf neighborhoods in the area, though plenty of properties carry no HOA at all. Median property tax is roughly $2,491 a year. Always confirm the specific fees for a community before you write an offer, since they vary widely here.

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