🌴 FLORIDA STATEWIDE PROPERTY SEARCH 🏖️

2025 Complete Florida Real Estate Guide by County

By Scott Lehr, P.A.

October 8, 2025

🌴 Florida’s 67 counties offer an incredible diversity of real estate opportunities, from the emerald waters of the Panhandle to the tropical paradise of the Keys. This comprehensive guide covers every county across six major regions, providing expert insights into market trends, lifestyle characteristics, and investment potential throughout the Sunshine State. Whether you’re seeking beachfront luxury, urban sophistication, rural tranquility, or island living, Florida has the perfect community for your lifestyle and budget. 🏖️

🗺️ Your Complete Florida County Navigator

🏖️ Northwest Florida (Panhandle)

• • Escambia – Pensacola beaches
• • Santa Rosa – Gulf Shores
• • Okaloosa – Destin/Fort Walton
• • Walton – 30A luxury
• • Bay – Panama City
• • Gulf – Port St. Joe
• • Franklin – Apalachicola
• • Leon – Tallahassee
• • Wakulla – Natural coast
• • Jefferson – Rural charm
• • Gadsden – Quincy area
• • Jackson – Marianna
• • Washington – Chipley
• • Holmes – Bonifay
• • Calhoun – Blountstown
• • Liberty – Bristol

🌲 North Central Florida

• • Alachua – Gainesville/UF
• • Marion – Ocala horse country
• • Citrus – Crystal River
• • Levy – Cedar Key
• • Gilchrist – Trenton
• • Dixie – Cross City
• • Lafayette – Mayo
• • Suwannee – Live Oak
• • Hamilton – Jasper
• • Madison – Madison
• • Taylor – Perry
• • Columbia – Lake City
• • Union – Lake Butler
• • Bradford – Starke

🏰 Northeast Florida

• • Duval – Jacksonville
• • St. Johns – St. Augustine
• • Nassau – Fernandina Beach
• • Baker – Macclenny
• • Clay – Orange Park
• • Putnam – Palatka
• • Flagler – Palm Coast

🎢 Central Florida

• • Orange – Orlando/Disney
• • Hillsborough – Tampa
• • Pinellas – St. Petersburg
• • Pasco – New Port Richey
• • Hernando – Spring Hill
• • Sumter – The Villages
• • Lake – Clermont/Leesburg
• • Seminole – Sanford
• • Volusia – Daytona Beach
• • Osceola – Kissimmee
• • Polk – Lakeland
• • Manatee – Bradenton
• • Sarasota – Sarasota
• • Hardee – Wauchula
• • Highlands – Sebring
• • DeSoto – Arcadia

🏖️ Southwest Florida

• • Lee – Fort Myers/Naples
• • Collier – Naples luxury
• • Charlotte – Punta Gorda
• • Glades – Moore Haven
• • Hendry – LaBelle

🌴 South/Southeast Florida

• • Miami-Dade – Miami metro
• • Broward – Fort Lauderdale
• • Palm Beach – West Palm Beach
• • Martin – Stuart/Jensen Beach
• • St. Lucie – Port St. Lucie
• • Indian River – Vero Beach
• • Okeechobee – Lake Okeechobee
• • Monroe – Florida Keys

🏖️ Northwest Florida: Emerald Coast Paradise

From the sugar-white beaches of Destin to the capital city of Tallahassee, Northwest Florida offers pristine Gulf Coast living, government employment, and affordable family communities.

Escambia County – Pensacola

$285K
Median Price

Beach/Military
Lifestyle

Good
Investment

• Naval Air Station Pensacola
• Historic downtown district
• Sugar-white sand beaches
• Blue Angels air shows

Santa Rosa County – Gulf Breeze

$325K
Median Price

Family Beach
Lifestyle

Very Good
Investment

• Gulf Islands National Seashore
• Excellent school districts
• Navarre Beach community
• Military family friendly

Okaloosa County – Destin/Fort Walton

$425K
Median Price

Resort Beach
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Destin fishing and beaches
• Eglin Air Force Base
• Tourism and vacation rentals
• Emerald Coast attractions

Walton County – 30A Luxury

$750K
Median Price

Luxury Beach
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Scenic Highway 30A communities
• Seaside and Rosemary Beach
• Luxury vacation rentals
• Pristine Gulf Coast beaches

Bay County – Panama City

$295K
Median Price

Beach/Tourism
Lifestyle

Good
Investment

• Panama City Beach tourism
• Tyndall Air Force Base
• Spring break destination
• Rebuilt post-Hurricane Michael

Leon County – Tallahassee

$315K
Median Price

Government/University
Lifestyle

Very Good
Investment

• Florida State University
• State government employment
• Rolling hills and canopy roads
• Cultural arts scene

Additional Northwest Counties

• Gulf County – Port St. Joe ($245K) – Coastal charm
• Franklin County – Apalachicola ($225K) – Seafood heritage
• Wakulla County – Crawfordville ($275K) – Natural springs
• Jefferson County – Monticello ($185K) – Rural historic
• Gadsden County – Quincy ($165K) – Agricultural
• Jackson County – Marianna ($145K) – Rural affordable
• Washington County – Chipley ($155K) – Small town
• Holmes County – Bonifay ($135K) – Rural living
• Calhoun County – Blountstown ($125K) – River access
• Liberty County – Bristol ($115K) – Most affordable

🌲 North Central Florida: University Towns & Horse Country

Home to the University of Florida, world-famous horse farms, natural springs, and charming small towns with affordable living and strong communities.

Alachua County – Gainesville

$285K
Median Price

University Town
Lifestyle

Very Good
Investment

• University of Florida campus
• Strong rental market
• Medical and research facilities
• Cultural and sports events

Marion County – Ocala

$245K
Median Price

Horse Country
Lifestyle

Good
Investment

• World-renowned horse farms
• Ocala National Forest
• Natural springs and recreation
• Retiree-friendly communities

Citrus County – Crystal River

$225K
Median Price

Nature/Manatees
Lifestyle

Good
Investment

• Manatee viewing and swimming
• Crystal clear springs
• Affordable waterfront living
• Nature Coast attractions

Additional North Central Counties

• Levy County – Cedar Key ($195K) – Coastal fishing
• Gilchrist County – Trenton ($175K) – Rural springs
• Dixie County – Cross City ($165K) – Nature Coast
• Lafayette County – Mayo ($155K) – Small town
• Suwannee County – Live Oak ($185K) – River access
• Hamilton County – Jasper ($145K) – Rural charm
• Madison County – Madison ($165K) – Historic
• Taylor County – Perry ($175K) – Forest industry
• Columbia County – Lake City ($195K) – Growing
• Union County – Lake Butler ($165K) – Small town
• Bradford County – Starke ($175K) – Rural access

🏰 Northeast Florida: Historic Coast & Urban Growth

From Jacksonville’s urban sophistication to St. Augustine’s historic charm, Northeast Florida combines business opportunities with coastal beauty and rich heritage.

Duval County – Jacksonville

$325K
Median Price

Urban Business
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Major business and finance hub
• Jacksonville Jaguars NFL team
• River and beach access
• Growing tech industry

St. Johns County – St. Augustine

$485K
Median Price

Historic Tourism
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Nation’s oldest city
• Historic district attractions
• Ponte Vedra Beach luxury
• Excellent schools and growth

Nassau County – Fernandina Beach

$425K
Median Price

Island Historic
Lifestyle

Very Good
Investment

• Amelia Island resort community
• Historic downtown Fernandina
• Beautiful beaches and golf
• No state income tax benefits

Flagler County – Palm Coast

$365K
Median Price

Planned Community
Lifestyle

Very Good
Investment

• Master-planned Palm Coast
• Golf course communities
• Growing retiree destination
• Atlantic Ocean access

Additional Northeast Counties

• Baker County – Macclenny ($225K) – Rural Jacksonville access
• Clay County – Orange Park ($285K) – Family suburban
• Putnam County – Palatka ($185K) – River town charm

🎢 Central Florida: Theme Parks & Urban Growth

The heart of Florida featuring world-famous theme parks, major metropolitan areas, beautiful lakes, and diverse communities from urban sophistication to retirement havens.

Orange County – Orlando

$425K
Median Price

Theme Park/Business
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Walt Disney World Resort
• Universal Studios theme parks
• Major business and convention center
• Strong vacation rental market

Hillsborough County – Tampa

$385K
Median Price

Urban Bay Area
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Tampa Bay business hub
• University of South Florida
• Professional sports teams
• Vibrant downtown and nightlife

Pinellas County – St. Petersburg

$365K
Median Price

Beach/Arts
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• St. Pete Beach and Clearwater
• Arts and cultural district
• Waterfront living opportunities
• Year-round tourism appeal

Sarasota County – Sarasota

$485K
Median Price

Cultural/Beach
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• World-class beaches and arts
• Ringling Museum and cultural scene
• Upscale retirement destination
• Siesta Key white sand beaches

Sumter County – The Villages

$325K
Median Price

Active Adult
Lifestyle

Very Good
Investment

• America’s premier retirement community
• Golf cart transportation
• Extensive recreation facilities
• Active adult lifestyle focus

Volusia County – Daytona Beach

$285K
Median Price

Racing/Beach
Lifestyle

Good
Investment

• Daytona International Speedway
• Drive-on beach access
• Motorsports heritage
• Affordable coastal living

Additional Central Counties

• Pasco County – New Port Richey ($285K) – Growing suburban
• Hernando County – Spring Hill ($245K) – Nature Coast
• Lake County – Clermont ($365K) – Hills and lakes
• Seminole County – Sanford ($385K) – Orlando suburbs
• Osceola County – Kissimmee ($345K) – Disney proximity
• Polk County – Lakeland ($265K) – Central location
• Manatee County – Bradenton ($425K) – Bay area growth
• Hardee County – Wauchula ($165K) – Agricultural
• Highlands County – Sebring ($185K) – Lakes region
• DeSoto County – Arcadia ($175K) – Rural charm

🏖️ Southwest Florida: Gulf Coast Luxury

Premium Gulf Coast living featuring world-class beaches, luxury communities, championship golf, and sophisticated resort lifestyle from Fort Myers to Naples.

Lee County – Fort Myers/Bonita Springs

$485K
Median Price

Beach/Golf
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel Island
• Spring training baseball
• Extensive golf communities
• Southwest Florida International Airport

Collier County – Naples

$725K
Median Price

Luxury Resort
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Naples luxury beach community
• World-class shopping and dining
• Championship golf courses
• Everglades National Park access

Charlotte County – Punta Gorda

$365K
Median Price

Waterfront/Fishing
Lifestyle

Very Good
Investment

• Charlotte Harbor waterfront
• Excellent fishing opportunities
• Historic downtown Punta Gorda
• Affordable Gulf Coast access

Additional Southwest Counties

• Glades County – Moore Haven ($185K) – Lake Okeechobee access
• Hendry County – LaBelle ($225K) – Agricultural/rural

🌴 South/Southeast Florida: International Luxury & Island Paradise

From Miami’s international sophistication to the tropical Keys, South Florida offers world-class luxury, cultural diversity, and unique island living opportunities.

Miami-Dade County – Miami Metro

$625K
Median Price

International Luxury
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Miami Beach Art Deco luxury
• Brickell financial district
• International business hub
• World-class dining and culture

Broward County – Fort Lauderdale

$485K
Median Price

Yachting Capital
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Las Olas waterfront elegance
• World-class yachting and marinas
• Fort Lauderdale Beach
• Diverse price points and communities

Palm Beach County – West Palm Beach

$525K
Median Price

Cultural Sophistication
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Clematis Street entertainment
• Flagler Drive waterfront estates
• Cultural arts and attractions
• Palm Beach island luxury

Monroe County – Florida Keys

$685K
Median Price

Island Paradise
Lifestyle

Excellent
Investment

• Key Largo diving capital
• Islamorada fishing paradise
• Key West historic charm
• Unique island lifestyle

Additional Southeast Counties

• Martin County – Stuart ($485K) – Treasure Coast charm
• St. Lucie County – Port St. Lucie ($325K) – Growing family
• Indian River County – Vero Beach ($425K) – Cultural coast
• Okeechobee County – Okeechobee ($225K) – Lake access

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🗺️ Florida Regional Investment Overview

Florida’s 67 counties offer unparalleled diversity in lifestyle, climate, and investment opportunities across six distinct regions:

🏖️ Northwest Florida

$115K-$750K
Price Range

Beach/Government
Economy

16 Counties
Coverage

• Emerald Coast luxury beaches
• Military and government employment
• Affordable rural communities
• Tourism and vacation rentals

🌲 North Central Florida

$155K-$285K
Price Range

University/Agriculture
Economy

14 Counties
Coverage

• University of Florida influence
• Horse country and natural springs
• Affordable family communities
• Rural and small-town charm

🏰 Northeast Florida

$185K-$485K
Price Range

Business/Historic
Economy

7 Counties
Coverage

• Jacksonville business hub
• St. Augustine historic tourism
• Atlantic Coast beaches
• Growing suburban communities

🎢 Central Florida

$165K-$485K
Price Range

Tourism/Business
Economy

16 Counties
Coverage

• Disney World and theme parks
• Tampa Bay metropolitan area
• The Villages retirement community
• Diverse lifestyle options

🏖️ Southwest Florida

$185K-$725K
Price Range

Luxury/Tourism
Economy

5 Counties
Coverage

• Naples luxury market
• Fort Myers growth corridor
• Gulf Coast beaches and golf
• High-end retirement destination

🌴 South/Southeast Florida

$225K-$685K
Price Range

International/Luxury
Economy

8 Counties
Coverage

• Miami international gateway
• Fort Lauderdale yachting capital
• Palm Beach sophistication
• Florida Keys island paradise

Statewide Investment Considerations

• 🌊 Coastal Premium: Waterfront and beach-adjacent properties command significant premiums across all regions
• 🏙️ Urban Growth: Major metropolitan areas (Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville) show strongest appreciation
• 🏖️ Tourism Markets: Vacation rental opportunities strongest in beach and theme park regions
• 👥 Population Growth: Florida continues rapid population growth, driving demand statewide
• 🌀 Hurricane Considerations: Coastal areas require comprehensive insurance and hurricane preparedness
• 💰 Tax Benefits: No state income tax provides significant advantages for residents

Statewide Expertise

As a Florida real estate specialist with comprehensive knowledge across all 67 counties, I provide expert guidance tailored to your specific lifestyle preferences, budget, and investment goals. Whether you’re seeking beachfront luxury, urban sophistication, rural tranquility, or island paradise, contact me today to discover your perfect Florida community with personalized service and deep local market knowledge.