Windermere
Homes for Sale in Inverness, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
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Price here is driven by condition and square footage, not amenities. With a median around $208,750 and roughly $168 per square foot on a typical home near 1,260 square feet, this is a modest, built-out pocket of Inverness. Nothing in the current listings points to community amenities, so what you pay reflects the house itself — updates, systems, and finishes — more than any shared infrastructure.
The market posture is balanced to patient. A median of 48 days on market means homes are moving, but not overnight, and year-over-year values are up a slight 1.8 percent — steady, not surging. For sellers, that argues for realistic pricing and move-in-ready condition. For buyers, there is room to inspect carefully and negotiate on homes that need work.
Figures in this note are as of October 26, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Windermere right now
🟡 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($209K) is up 1.8% from the prior 12 months ($205K). With about 6 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2. Confidence: Medium (16 and 6 sales in the two windows).
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· Updated August 2, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
The 60-Second Overview
Windermere market snapshot (as of August 2, 2026): the median sale price is about $209K ($168 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 48 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is up 2% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (16 closings in the current window).
Windermere is a community of 152 homes in Inverness, Citrus County, built between 1989 and 2003 (median 1994.0), with a median living area of about 1,260 square feet. 66% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
Windermere is a compact, mature neighborhood in Inverness where homes were built largely between 1989 and 2003. With no shared amenities identified, value lives in the individual house.
Who Windermere is best for.
Best for
- Buying to hold a modestly priced home in a settled, owner-occupied neighborhood
- Buyers who will inspect carefully and value a house on its updates rather than a sticker price
- Seeking a single-family home near the mid-$200s without amenity fees
Probably not for
- Needing resort-style amenities, a pool, or a gated entrance
- Wanting new construction or a home with fully modern systems out of the box
- Relying on deep, frequent comparable sales to time a purchase
Homes For Sale Right Now in Windermere
Live MLS inventory for Windermere. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.
Active and pending Windermere listings as of 2026-11-13, priced high to low. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2023 through 2026. Tap any home to ask about it.
How far is everything?
Everyday stops around Windermere are close: the nearest parks is about 9 minutes away.
- Sportsman Park · Parks9 min
- Joes Family Restaurant · Dining13 min
- Cattle Dog Coffee Roasters · Coffee13 min
- Creations By Shea · Groceries14 min
- Inverness Regional Shopping Center · Shopping14 min
- HCA Florida Citrus Hospital Emergency Room · Health14 min
Approximate drive times via Mapbox Search + Directions, 2026-07-03. Verify for a specific address.
Recent Developments in Windermere
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Windermere, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Infrastructure
Inverness council to vote on $18 million carryforward budget amendment
Inverness council will take up an amendment on Nov. 4 that carries roughly $18 million of unspent prior-year money into fiscal 2027. The largest pieces are the South Highlands septic-to-sewer project at $9.3 million and the 41 North septic-to-sewer project at nearly $6 million, with the rest going to a government center upgrade, downtown parking and stormwater, parks and sidewalks.
What it may mean for the marketSewer extensions, downtown stormwater and park projects moving forward point to infrastructure upgrades in Inverness neighborhoods and the downtown core. The site is less than a mile southeast of Windermere.
Source: Citrus County Chronicle - October 2026Retail & Dining
Take 5 Oil Change on US 19 in Homosassa wins final county approval
Citrus County commissioners unanimously approved a 1,316-square-foot Take 5 Oil Change drive-through on the west side of US 19, about a quarter-mile north of US 98 and next to Dollar Tree. The approval carries nine staff conditions, and spill containment was a focus because the site is in a Coastal High Hazard Area.
What it may mean for the marketAdds another auto-service option along the US 19 commercial strip in Homosassa. The project is about 16 miles west of Windermere, elsewhere in Citrus County.
Source: Citrus County Chronicle - October 2026Infrastructure
State announces $7 million for Citrus springs and septic projects
The governor announced $7 million for Citrus County at an event in Crystal River. The money includes $3 million for septic upgrade incentives, $2 million for Kings Bay and Crystal River restoration, and $2 million for Homosassa River cleanup, spring vent work and eelgrass replanting.
What it may mean for the marketSeptic upgrades and river restoration work support water quality along Citrus waterfront areas that anchor recreation and tourism. The project is about 16 miles west of Windermere, elsewhere in Citrus County.
Source: Citrus County Chronicle - October 2026Retail & Dining
Home Depot set to open Oct. 15 at State Road 44 and Kensington Avenue in Lecanto
Home Depot plans to open a store of about 136,980 square feet on the northeast corner of State Road 44 and Kensington Avenue, west of Inverness, on Oct. 15. The company says it is one of 12 locations it is opening this year.
What it may mean for the marketAdds a large home-improvement retailer in central Citrus County, shortening shopping trips for residents who now travel to neighboring counties. The project is about 9 miles west of Windermere, elsewhere in Citrus County.
Source: Citrus County Chronicle - October 2026Civic
Citrus commissioners to consider aviation economic development board for county airports
Commissioners were set to consider creating a board of people with aviation and business experience to study opportunities at the county's two public airports, Inverness Airport and Crystal River Airport. Commissioner Jeff Kinnard proposed it, and it would not replace the existing Aviation Advisory Board.
What it may mean for the marketAims to grow airport traffic and business activity, which could affect future aviation-related employment and commercial land demand near the airports. The project is about 14 miles west of Windermere, elsewhere in Citrus County.
Source: Citrus County Chronicle - October 2026Development
Former Crystal River Mall site townhome project delayed by construction costs
The developer plans 56 townhomes on the south side of the former mall site, starting with seven eight-unit buildings, a clubhouse and a dog park, under an approved PUD with a civil site plan permit issued. He cited interest rates, tariffs and energy costs for the delay and says construction could begin within 60 days if conditions improve; the deadline is 2034.
What it may mean for the marketThe long-vacant mall site stays undeveloped for now, delaying new housing supply and retail redevelopment on the U.S. 19 corridor. The project is about 15 miles west of Windermere, elsewhere in Citrus County.
Source: Citrus County Chronicle
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.
The Windermere buying strategy.
If we were buying in Windermere today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Windermere.
A built-out pocket where condition sets the price
This is a settled neighborhood of 152 homes with a median build year of 1994. That vintage matters: roofs, HVAC, and plumbing are at the age where some have been replaced and some haven't, and that single variable explains most of the spread between asking prices. There is no clubhouse, pool, or gated entry carrying the value here — the house does that work.
Owner-occupancy is on the higher side, with about 66 percent of homes homesteaded, which tends to translate into maintained properties and fewer churn-driven listings. Closings are thin — 16 in the measured window — so a single well-priced or poorly-priced sale can swing the comps. Read each listing on its own merits rather than leaning on neighborhood averages.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Windermere. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Momentum Buy Score.
Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the factors that decide how a home in Windermere buys, holds, and resells. Momentum Research; not an appraisal.
Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 3 factors (5.9). Basis: Recent Direction +1.8% year-over-year; Owner Commitment 66% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 92.0% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.
Why work with Momentum here
With a low number of closings, local comps can mislead, and the real question on every home is what has been updated and what hasn't. We price and evaluate from the house out — systems, roof age, and finishes — so you aren't overpaying for someone else's deferred maintenance or underselling a home that's been kept up.
Windermere in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- Includes age-restricted (55+) homes. Verify whether age requirements apply to a specific home with the HOA
- HOA reported ~$291/month
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Tools for a Windermere buy.
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Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Windermere sales matched to your home.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 13, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending August 2, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (5 streets, ZIP 34453)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2023 (25 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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