Crystal River Land for Sale
Presenting an exceptionally well-positioned 18.49-acre (8.13 Acres and 10.36 Acres purchase separately or together these ) commercial development sites situated along one of Crystal River’s most strategic and rapidly evolving corridors. Predominantly zoned PSO (Professional Service/Office), this property features over 1,330 feet of high-visibility frontage on US Hwy 19 / S Suncoast Blvd (15,200 AADT)—a major north–south artery serving both local residents and regional traffic. The site offers full north- and south-bound ingress and egress through an existing deceleration lane and open median and the connective drive with the adjoining parcel, and will provide said access, providing seamless access and ideal positioning for high-intensity commercial development.
Located within Crystal River’s fast-emerging medical corridor, the property directly benefits from Tampa General Hospital’s transformational 53-acre healthcare campus expansion, currently underway just minutes from the site. This major investment introduces a new 120-bed hospital tower, a 120,000-square-foot medical office building, and expanded specialty and outpatient services. The expansion is projected to significantly increase employment, healthcare demand, and regional traffic—effectively establishing this section of US 19 as the next major healthcare hub of the Tampa MSA. The surrounding corridor is already attracting operators seeking proximity to TGH, making this an ideal site for QSR with Drive-Thru, Gas Station, Bank, Hotel, Medical Office, Outpatient Facilities, Senior Living, and Multi-Family residential concepts. Its flexible zoning and strong demographic profile provide a nearly unmatched development canvas.
Just south of Crystal River’s Historic Downtown, the site is surrounded by a growing mix of local boutiques, restaurants, entertainment venues, and service-oriented businesses. The city is undergoing a surge of redevelopment, highlighted by the transformation of the former Crystal River Mall into a 400-unit residential community with integrated mixed-use retail, bringing a substantial increase in new residents and commercial activity. Additionally, the property directly abuts the rear boundary of the 85-acre Hidden Lake RV Resort, now under construction and planned to include 580 RV sites, creating immediate demand for convenience retail, hospitality, dining, medical services, and everyday goods.
Citrus County’s growth trajectory is among the strongest in the state. With a current population of 153,600 residents projected to exceed 350,000 by 2030 per the County’s Land Development Code, the region is rapidly transitioning into a major population and service center. Its inclusion in the Tampa–St. Petersburg–Clearwater MSA, the 18th largest in the United States, further enhances its long-term strength and desirability for business expansion, new housing supply, and healthcare delivery.
The broader region continues to benefit from substantial public and private investment. Homosassa, Inverness, and surrounding communities have undergone significant revitalization, including upgrades to Liberty Park, the Depot District, and other high-impact community assets. Meanwhile, the $135 million expansion of the Suncoast Parkway and the planned Phase 3 northern extension—just north of the subject property—will deliver direct, one-hour access to Tampa International Airport and surrounding major employment centers. These infrastructure improvements will dramatically increase regional mobility, tourism flow, and commercial activity, positioning the property at the center of a rapidly growing economic corridor.
Within a 15-minute trade area, the site serves 46,361 residents, with a stable and affluent demographic (average age 58, median household income $65,000). This combination of population growth, steady income levels, and increasing demand for medical and service-based uses creates a strong foundation for operators seeking a high-visibility, future-proof location.
Taken together, this rare 18.49-acre tract represents a premium development opportunity in one of Florida’s most dynamic and fast-growing coastal markets. With superior access, flexible zoning, powerful regional catalysts, and significant demographic momentum, the property is ideally suited for a wide range of commercial, medical, hospitality, and residential uses. Whether for a national operator, medical provider, mixed-use developer, or an investor seeking long-term positioning in a high-growth corridor, this site stands out as a compelling and strategically located asset with exceptional future upside.
Location & Market Drivers
Immediate Area Development
-Tampa General Hospital and Extension Across US Hwy 19.
-Adjacent to the new Hidden Lake RV Resort, an 85-acre, 580-lot project currently under construction.
-Near the redevelopment of the former Crystal River Mall into a 400-unit residential and mixed-use community.
-Surrounded by Downtown Crystal River’s growing retail, restaurant, tourism, and entertainment district.
Regional Catalysts
-Citrus County population projected to grow from 153,600 to 350,000 by 2030 (Citrus LDC).
-Part of the Tampa–St. Petersburg–Clearwater MSA, the 18th largest in the United States.
-Benefiting from the $135 million Suncoast Parkway expansion and the planned Phase 3 northern extension, which will provide one-hour access to Tampa International Airport.
Development Potential
The property’s size, access, and zoning support an exceptionally wide range of uses, including:
-QSR with Drive-Thru
-Bank / Financial Services
-Hotel / Motel
-Medical Office / Outpatient / Diagnostic
-Senior Living
-Multi-Family Residential
-Professional OfficeRetail / Mixed-Use
The combination of highway exposure, strong ingress/egress, proximity to healthcare anchors, and growing population makes the site uniquely adaptable to both national operators and institutional-level development programs.
10.36 Acre Parcel Land Analysis
Topography & Slope
The BOCC elevation/slope overlays for the component lots behind US-19 show:
-Lowest elevations: approx. 5–7 feet
-Highest elevations: approx. 9–11+ feet on interior points (up to 14 ft on some sub-parcels closer to US-19). BOCC Together 10.36 Acres
-Slope: generally mild—2–6% on most interior lots.
What this means: The 10.36 acres behaves like a gently rolling interior basin, sloping toward the existing north–south drainage ditch/outfall shown in earlier surveys and sitework exhibits. Sitework Analysis shows No extreme grade changes; this is mass-grading friendly land.
Flood Zone Classification For 10.36 Acre: From the BOCC detail for the primary interior parcel:
-Current Flood Zone: AE
-FIRM Panel: 12017C0159E
-Special Flood Hazard Area: Yes
-Prior Flood Zone: AE/X (indicates a mix of AE and X on the older panel).
