Homes for sale in
Sumter County, Florida
Central Florida living built around retirement and open space
834
Homes for sale
$349,900
Median list price
$257
Avg price / sqft
47
Median days on market
Sumter County sits in the middle of Florida, where flat ranchland meets sprawling master-planned neighborhoods and a string of small towns. This is retirement country anchored by The Villages, with quieter alternatives in Wildwood, Bushnell, and lakefront pockets around Lake Panasoffkee. If you want golf-cart streets, weekly farmers' markets in Webster, and elbow room without big-city traffic, this is your slice of the state.
For buyers, the market is broad and negotiable right now. The median list price is $349,900 across 834 active listings, and homes sit a median of 47 days before selling — enough time to shop carefully and watch the just reduced list. With 438 of those listings in 55+ communities and 109 new-construction options, the choices skew toward active-adult and turnkey living, though prices run from $64,900 all the way to $11.5 million.
Within a 30-minute drive of the county center
Quick facts
10 cities & towns
$64,900 – $12M price range
1,527 sqft median home
$2,200/mo median rent
Leans seller right now
Fresh on the market
Newest homes in Sumter County
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$50,000
1318 CR 461, LAKE PANASOFFKEE
2 bd · 2 ba · 780 sqft
$1,200,000
7602 FRANK DIPIETRO DRIVE, THE VILLAGES
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,378 sqft
$216,000
5311 DRAGONFLY DRIVE, WILDWOOD
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,812 sqft
$89,900
103 N TIMBER TRAIL, WILDWOOD
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,320 sqft
$189,900
112 JASPER STREET, BUSHNELL
2 bd · 1 ba · 910 sqft
$495,000
3394 RANDI ROAD, THE VILLAGES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,810 sqft
$3,999,999
1231 NW 102ND BOULEVARD, WILDWOOD
7 bd · 5.5 ba · 3,400 sqft
$339,000
518 SAN PEDRO DRIVE, THE VILLAGES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,392 sqft
$950,000
4430 CR 542H, BUSHNELL
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,709 sqft
$365,000
1588 Cr 652a, FL 33513
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,542 sqft
$500,000
2311 GLADE RUN, THE VILLAGES
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,927 sqft
$475,000
12596 NE 49TH DRIVE, OXFORD
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,894 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Sumter County market
Leans seller
4.6 months of inventory
Demand still outpaces supply, but buyers have a little more room.
Sumter County vs Florida
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 2.7% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 9.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Sumter County, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings.
Pick your town
Cities in Sumter County
The Villages
573 homes for sale
Wildwood
180 homes for sale
Oxford
69 homes for sale
Lake Panasoffkee
49 homes for sale
Bushnell
47 homes for sale
Webster
46 homes for sale
Sumterville
19 homes for sale
Coleman
8 homes for sale
Middleton
4 homes for sale
Center Hill
4 homes for sale
Beyond the listings
Living in Sumter County
55+ living dominates
With 438 of 834 active listings in age-restricted communities, this is one of Florida's deepest markets for active-adult buyers.
Gated and golf options
There are 214 gated listings and 32 in golf communities, so security and course access are easy to find.
New construction available
109 new-construction homes are on the market, giving buyers a real shot at turnkey, warranty-backed living.
Villas and manufactured homes widen the range
Beyond 578 single-family houses, the mix includes 136 villas and 75 manufactured homes for lower entry points.
Water and pool choices
33 waterfront listings and 70 homes with a pool serve buyers who want lakefront or backyard swimming.
Population
137,536
Median age
68.4
Median income
$73,297
Median home value
$356,000
What people here are into
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.
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.
Entertainment
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.
Lifestyles
Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Hobbies & Interests
Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
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.
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Community Yard Sale
08:00
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Knitting with Myla
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What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Sumter County home
≈ $2,479/mo
$349,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
6%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$2,200/mo
Median rent
97 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Sumter County real estate FAQs
Is Sumter County a good place to live?+
It's a strong fit if you value quiet, space, and an active-adult lifestyle, with 438 of the current 834 listings in 55+ communities. Towns like Bushnell and Wildwood offer small-town pace, while The Villages brings golf-cart streets and amenities. Central location keeps much of Florida within driving distance.
Is Sumter County expensive?+
It's moderate for Florida. The median list price is $349,900 and average cost runs about $257 per square foot, but listings start as low as $64,900 and stretch to $11.5 million. You can browse by price to find the entry-level end of the market.
What do homes cost in Sumter County?+
Most homes cluster around the $349,900 median, with a typical size near 1,527 square feet at roughly $257 per square foot. The dominant housing type is single-family homes at 578 listings, followed by 136 villas and 75 manufactured homes that keep budget-friendly options in play.
How is the market right now?+
There are 834 active listings and homes sell in a median of 47 days, which gives buyers room to negotiate rather than rush. Keep an eye on the just reduced listings, since a longer time on market often signals flexible sellers.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $204 per month, common in the many gated communities and 55+ neighborhoods here. Median property tax is around $2,653 per year, and if you're renting first, the median rent is about $2,200 per month.
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