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$550,000

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,612 sqft
Year built
1977
1218 SE 5TH AVE
CRYSTAL RIVER, FL 34429
Listed by RIDE HOME REALTY, LLC

Highlights

Property type
Single Family Residence
Lot size
0.21 acres
Garage
2 spaces
On market
61 days
  • Waterfront

About this home

One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Waterfront living awaits at this beautifully updated Crystal River home, ideally situated on a spring-fed, crystal-clear canal with direct access to Kings Bay and just a short paddle from the world-renowned Three Sisters Springs. Offering the perfect combination of modern updates, boating convenience, and year-round outdoor recreation, this property delivers the quintessential Florida waterfront lifestyle. A standout feature of the property is the grandfathered floating boathouse, recently renovated with a new roof and wood decking, providing protected boat storage and effortless access to the water. The seawall has also been upgraded with an elevated concrete cap, enhancing both durability and long-term peace of mind. Inside, you'll find a thoughtfully updated interior designed for comfortable everyday living. Recent improvements include luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, an updated kitchen featuring granite countertops and new cabinetry, refreshed bathrooms, new interior doors, updated sliding glass doors, and a newer energy-efficient kitchen window. Additional upgrades include a new HVAC system, recently replaced water heater, and a working attic fan that helps improve ventilation and reduce heat buildup, contributing to the home's overall energy efficiency. Located in the heart of Florida's Nature Coast, this home places you in the center of two of Crystal River's most celebrated seasons. During the summer, launch directly into some of Florida's best scalloping waters. In the winter, enjoy the incredible experience of sharing the waterways with the area's famous manatee population. Dolphins and manatees are frequently seen right in the canal, creating unforgettable encounters with nature from the comfort of your own backyard. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, seasonal retreat, vacation rental opportunity, or waterfront investment property, this home offers exceptional versatility and location. Bring your golf cart and enjoy convenient access to downtown Crystal River's shops, restaurants, festivals, waterfront parks, marinas, and local golf course. With direct access to Kings Bay, proximity to Three Sisters Springs, a renovated floating boathouse, extensive interior updates, this property presents an outstanding opportunity to own a piece of Crystal River's sought-after waterfront lifestyle. Schedule your own showing today and discover why so many fall in love with life on the Nature Coast.

Property details

MLS
Stellar MLS
MLS #
MFROM726081
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
PRETTY SPGS UN #2
Status
Active
Days on market
61
On market date
June 8, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.21 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
CRYSTAL RIVER PRIMARY SCHOOL
1.15 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
642
Student:teacher ratio
16.9:1
District
CITRUS
Middle
CRYSTAL RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL
1.13 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
879
Student:teacher ratio
17.9:1
District
CITRUS
High
CRYSTAL RIVER HIGH SCHOOL
1.54 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,198
Student:teacher ratio
20.0:1
District
CITRUS

Walkability

Blended score for CRYSTAL RIVER's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.

74
Walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
14.8 / 20 -- Above average walkable

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in CRYSTAL RIVER, from live MLS data.

On the market 61 days -- 51 fewer days than CRYSTAL RIVER's current average of 112 days.
For reference, the median list price across 709 active listings in CRYSTAL RIVER right now is $310,000.

Mortgage calculator

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Adjust tax / insurance estimates
Est. monthly payment
$3,462/mo
$110,000 down
$440,000 loan
Principal & interest$2,854
Property tax (est.)$458
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS. Last updated August 8, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.