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Hernando, FL 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Hernando
Located in Central Florida , Hernando is a small residential town just under an hour from the Gulf Coast. It is known for its year-round warmth and access to plenty of outdoor…
Located in Central Florida , Hernando is a small residential town just under an hour from the Gulf Coast. It is known for its year-round warmth and access to plenty of outdoor recreation. Homebuyers looking for 55+ communities in Hernando appreciate its affordable housing and proximity to the amenities of Ocala.
Hernando Climate & Geography
The climate in Hernando is characterized by two distinct seasons: a long, hot, and wet summer and a short, pleasant, and dry winter. Thunderstorms are frequent in the summer, resulting in higher-than-average rainfall. While winter temperatures can reach freezing in the early morning, this is rare and there is no snow. Residents can expect about 244 days of sunshine each year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment in Hernando
With so many greenspaces surrounding Hernando, outdoor recreation is easy to find. The Withlacoochee State Trail is a large set of biking trails with campsites and recreational areas throughout. Residents can fish, hike, and boat at the Potts Preserve, Lake Hernando Park, Halpata Tastanaki Nature Preserve, and Henderson Lake. There are also two golf courses in Hernando, and several more in surrounding cities.
Hernando offers several locally-owned antique shops, boutiques, and eateries spread throughout the area. The Shoppes of Citrus Hills is a small shopping center for any daily amenity. For larger-scale shopping, dining, and art exhibits, residents can head to Ocala, under an hour away to the north.
Hernando Cost of Living & Taxes
Hernando’s cost of living is below the national average because of its affordable housing. Other factors like transportation, utilities, and groceries are just above average.
Florida is very tax friendly for retirees because it does not levy a standard income tax. In addition, property taxes are below average. Sales taxes generally match the national average.
Health Care in the Hernando Area
55+ communities in Hernando are part of the Ocala metro area which ranks in the top 30 communities on Gallup’s Well-Being Index, and scores especially well in the community and social factors of the survey.
There are no hospitals in Hernando, but the closest hospital that is rated high performing by U.S. News is Citrus Memorial Health System in nearby Inverness. In Ocala, two other high performing hospitals are Munroe Regional Medical Center and Ocala Regional Medical Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 4 55+ communities in Hernando, 4 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 2 large communities with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Hernando has 70 homes, the largest has 10005 homes, and the average communities consists of 2986 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Hernando. The most recent communities started in Hernando include Arbor Lakes, Terra Vista, Heritage. There are also 4 communities in Hernando that offer new construction homes, including The Villages of Citrus Hills, Arbor Lakes, Heritage.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Hernando. Approximately 75.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Arbor Lakes is a gated communities with 370 homes, and Heritage is another gated communities with 70 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Hernando stay on the market for around 522 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $477,801, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Villages of Citrus Hills average around $558,015, while homes in Heritage average around $510,900.
24 communities near Hernando
813 homes near Hernando
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,969 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,766 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,469 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,893 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|1,584 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,104 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,165 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,256 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,654 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,983 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,079 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,342 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,375 sq ft
|Villa
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,748 sq ft
|Villa
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,482 sq ft
|Villa
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,376 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,749 sq ft
|Halfplex
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,294 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,868 sq ft
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4 beds
|3 baths
|2,868 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,288 sq ft
|Villa
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,039 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,049 sq ft
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3 beds
|2 baths
|2,393 sq ft
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Frequently Asked Questions
Of the 4 55+ communities in Hernando, 4 are for sale and none are rentals. By size, there are 2 large communities with over 1000 homes, no medium communities, and 2 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Hernando has 70 homes, the largest has 10005 homes, and the average communities consists of 2986 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Hernando. The most recent communities started in Hernando include Arbor Lakes, Terra Vista, Heritage. There are also 4 communities in Hernando that offer new construction homes, including The Villages of Citrus Hills, Arbor Lakes, Heritage.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Hernando. Approximately 75.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Arbor Lakes is a gated communities with 370 homes, and Heritage is another gated communities with 70 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Hernando stay on the market for around 522 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $477,801, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in The Villages of Citrus Hills average around $558,015, while homes in Heritage average around $510,900.
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