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Map of Fanning Springs, Florida

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Fanning Springs, Florida

Small-town riverside living on the Suwannee

4

Homes for sale

$437,450

Median list price

$259

Avg price / sqft

35

Median days on market

Fanning Springs sits along the Suwannee River in Gilchrist County, where a first-magnitude spring and easy river access shape daily life. It's the kind of North Florida small town where a short drive means kayaking, cypress-lined trails, and neighbors you actually know — a slower pace that draws people looking to trade traffic for open sky.

The market here is small and moves deliberately. With just 4 active listings and 13 homes sold over the past year, inventory is thin, so buyers who know what they want should watch new single-family homes and just reduced listings closely. You can also browse by price or look at land & lots if building your own place appeals more than buying existing.

Fanning Springs is in Gilchrist County, Florida.

30-minute drive area around Fanning Springs

Within a 30-minute drive

Quick facts

$149,900$698K price range

1,440 sqft median home

Leans seller right now

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Property features

Where the market lives

<$200K$200K–$300K$500K–$750K

The numbers that matter

The Fanning Springs market

Leans seller

4.0 months of inventory

Seller’s marketBuyer’s market

Demand still outpaces supply, but buyers have a little more room.

13

Sold, last 12 months

$270,000

Median sold price

97%

Sale-to-list ratio

What sellers actually get vs asking

33 days

Median time to sell

Fanning Springs vs Gilchrist County

Median list price

Fanning Springs$437K
Gilchrist Co.$370K

Price per sqft

Fanning Springs$259
Gilchrist Co.$235

Days on market

Fanning Springs35d
Gilchrist Co.50d

Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling

26.1% yr/yr

$140K$297K$454KAug ’23Jul ’26

Homes on the market

75.0% yr/yr

3915Aug ’23Jul ’26

Homes sold per month

024Aug ’24Jul ’26

Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Fanning Springs, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.

For the school run

School zones with homes for sale

Assigned schools as reported on active MLS listings — always verify zoning with the district.

Beyond the listings

Living in Fanning Springs

01

Suwannee River access

Life here revolves around the river and its springs, with paddling and fishing part of the everyday routine.

02

Genuinely small inventory

With only 4 active listings, this is a market where the right home doesn't sit around long.

03

Wide price range

Active listings run from $149,900 to $698,000, spanning modest homes to larger riverside properties.

04

Low HOA territory

Median HOA dues sit at just $5/month, reflecting a town of mostly independent, non-community properties.

05

Sellers holding firm

Homes sold over the past year fetched 97% of asking on average, a sign of steady, realistic pricing.

Population

1,154

Median age

51.2

Median income

$54,167

Median home value

$148,600

What people here are into

Hobbies & Interests

Bookish

Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.

Hobbies & Interests

Green Thumb

From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.

Hobbies & Interests

Natural Beauty

This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.

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.

Hobbies & Interests

Handcrafted

The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.

Hobbies & Interests

Animal Advocates

Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.

What it really costs

Owning here

Owning the median Fanning Springs home

$2,787/mo

Principal & interest $2,305
Property tax $267
HOA / fees $5
Insurance (est.) $210

$437,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.

25%

In a FEMA flood zone

Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment

Straight answers

Fanning Springs real estate FAQs

Is Fanning Springs a good place to live?+

It suits people who want quiet, river-oriented living over city convenience. The draw is direct access to the Suwannee River and springs in Gilchrist County, plus a genuinely small-town feel. If you value nature and space more than nightlife and shopping, it's a strong fit.

Is Fanning Springs expensive?+

The median list price is $437,450, but that number reflects a tiny pool of just 4 listings, so it swings easily. Recently sold homes tell a more grounded story at a $270,000 median. You'll also find lower entry points — active listings start around $149,900.

What do homes cost in Fanning Springs?+

Active listings range from $149,900 to $698,000, with an average of about $259 per square foot and a median home size near 1,440 square feet. The mix skews toward single-family homes, with the occasional mobile home. Over the past year, 13 homes sold at a median of $270,000.

How is the market right now?+

It's small and moderately paced — 4 homes are active and the median time on market is 35 days. Sellers are getting about 97% of asking, so pricing has been realistic and negotiation room is limited. Because inventory turns over slowly, serious buyers should track new listings as they appear.

What about HOA fees and property taxes?+

HOA costs are minimal here, with a median of just $5/month since most homes aren't in formal communities. The median annual property tax runs about $3,199. Together that keeps ongoing carrying costs relatively low for the area.

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