FHA loans across Citrus County with as little as 3.5% down. Here's the county's 2026 FHA loan limit, why this Nature Coast county is so affordable for FHA buyers, and how to get pre-approved.
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Citrus County, on Florida's Nature Coast, is famous for the manatees of Crystal River and its laid-back, outdoorsy lifestyle, centered on Inverness and Homosassa. It's one of the state's most affordable markets, popular with retirees and first-time buyers. The FHA loan limit covers homes here with plenty of room to spare, so 3.5% down goes a long way in Citrus County.
With the 2026 FHA floor of $541,287 and FHA's 3.5% minimum down, you can finance a Citrus County home priced up to roughly $560,000 (your loan covers the price minus your down payment). In Citrus County's very affordable market, that covers virtually all homes for sale. A handful of Florida counties are set higher, so we confirm Citrus County's exact figure with HUD.
Citrus County offers some of the best home values in Florida, well within FHA's loan limit — ideal for first-time buyers and those on a budget. Older homes that need updates can be financed with an FHA 203(k) renovation loan, and you can pair FHA with Florida assistance and gift funds to minimize your cash to close.
We help FHA buyers throughout Citrus County, including Inverness, Crystal River, Homosassa, and Beverly Hills. Wherever you are in the county, we will explain your FHA loan limit, rate, and monthly payment, and get you pre-approved fast. Start with our first-time buyer guide or estimate your payment with the FHA calculator.
You don't have to cover the down payment alone. FHA allows gift funds, sellers can contribute up to 6% toward closing costs, and Citrus County buyers can often pair FHA with assistance from the Florida Housing Finance Corporation and Citrus County's local SHIP-funded programs. Funding and eligibility change frequently, so we'll help you confirm what's currently available — see our FHA down payment assistance guide.
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