8933 E GULF TO LAKE HIGHWAY

Situated on a 0.20-acre lot (with option to purchase separately the 4,010-square-foot concrete block structure, originally a mechanics facility, now modernized to support a wide range of commercial uses. Key features include three 10’x12’ grade-level roll-up doors, 12-foot ceiling heights ideal for service operations, and 3-phase electric power to accommodate heavy-duty equipment and three additional contiguous parcels for a total of 0.78 acres).
Located along Gulf to Lake Highway (SR 44) and 80’ of road frontage, with a traffic volume of 18,000 AADT. Zoned Coastal Lakes Commercial (CLC), the property allows for diverse commercial applications, including marine and automotive service facilities, contractor operations, retail establishments, and restaurant or bar concepts.
What distinctly sets this property apart is its rear access to the Tsala Apopka Chain of Lakes—Citrus County’s largest freshwater system encompassing over 22,000 acres and 15 interconnected lakes. This lakefront position not only provides direct water access for marine-related services and recreational uses but also enhances visibility and appeal for destination-driven businesses. It creates a natural platform for adaptive reuse projects such as a waterfront restaurant, bar, or experience-based commercial concept targeting boaters, tourists, and locals alike.
In terms of location, the property is strategically placed just 3.2 miles from Downtown Inverness, 9.1 miles from Floral City, 20.8 miles from Crystal River, and 21.3 miles from The Villages—one of the fastest-growing residential communities in the country. This central access point enables efficient service to a broad consumer base, from long-term residents and retirees to transient recreational users and seasonal visitors. Citrus County itself, home to approximately 153,600 residents as of the latest census data, is poised for sustained expansion, with projections indicating a population nearing 350,000 by 2030 under the county’s Land Development Code.