Rutland
$444,859
Average Value
Custom options that meet residents’ needs
The wide-open property in Rutland creates the setting for a mix of custom homes, many built after the turn of the 21st century. There are Colonial Revival-style options, manufactured homes, ranch-style houses and cottages, on at least 5 acres in many cases. Sometimes that property is utilized for horse ranches and there are some farms in the area as well. “It’s a big variety of people,” says Mountain, who has 13 years of experience. “I think it’s getting more popular. So people are buying there and taking down old [mobile homes] and building new homes.” Part of the reason the area has attracted more interest is because, as rustic as it is, it’s still less than 20 miles from the myriad commercial amenities of The Villages, an expansive retirement community in the region. Price tags in Rutland often fall between $200,000 and $400,000.
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Sumter schools nurture student interests
Kids in Rutland are covered by the Sumter County School District, a system with an A-minus rating on Niche. Younger students can start at either the B-plus-rated Lake Panasoffkee Elementary or the B-rated Wildwood Elementary depending on where they live — both come with music programs that provide kids with the opportunity to perform in the All-County Music Showcase. Students can then take advantage of athletics programs ranging from golf to track & field at the B-plus-rated South Sumter Middle before exploring entrance to academies focused on topics like agriscience and business at B-rated South Sumter High. Or, depending on their address, they can progress to the B-minus-rated Wildwood Middle High, which includes grades 6 to 12 and electives ranging from digital design to agricultural science.
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Use State Road 44 for trips through the area
Florida State Road 44 is the main thoroughfare running through Rutland, an artery residents can use to access the attractions of area communities like The Village and Inverness. State Road 44 also links locals with Interstate 75, convenient for commutes farther away — Tampa is an 80-mile trip on 75.
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Inverness invites hungry visitors
Rutland residents are often inclined to head west to Inverness for dining. That city is loaded with well-liked and locally-owned restaurants. “That area’s definitely getting more popular,” Mountain says. She adds that Stumpknockers is one of the spots people really like, a seafood restaurant that stands out in part for its catfish and its gator. Those looking to stay closer to home can hop over to Fisherman’s Cove, located by a sliver of the Withlacoochee River and popular for its grouper. People here also go to The Villages, the largest 55-and-over community in the world and an area filled with chain restaurants, from IHOP to Bonefish Grill. The Villages has multiple grocery stores, too, including Walmart, Publix and The Fresh Market.
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Hit the trails or hit the water, all close by
Just beyond the residential sections of Rutland is Half Moon Wildlife Management Area, a sprawling space that can appease all sorts of outdoor enthusiasts. Half Moon has two dozen miles of trails for hiking, biking and more. “It’s pretty popular for horseback riders,” Mountain says. Other sections of this area are open to hunting at certain times and anglers can cast a line into one of the 15 ponds here to catch bass or catfish. Paddlers can toss a kayak into the water for a trip along the Withlacoochee River. The Withlacoochee River is also well-liked among pontoon and airboaters and even jet skiers, who can utilize the ramp at nearby Rutland Park. The river stretches 141 miles, offering hours and hours of boating opportunity.
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Find a community in Inverness
Inverness isn’t just an attraction for good eats, but also for community events. The city hosts a range of festivals and gatherings, including Patriotic Evening, a concert and fireworks show for the Fourth of July. There’s also an annual St. Patrick's Parade and Festival with food, costume contests and more. People can enjoy Third Fridays on a more regular basis, a car cruise and local business showcase that takes place on the third Friday of each month.
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Written By
Wayne Epps Jr.
Photography Contributed By
Jay Welker
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Curtis Newkirk
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Marvin Adams
Marvin Adams
Responds QuicklyREALTY PROS ASSURED LLC
(386) 888-6891
59 Total Sales
2 in Rutland
$165,000 Price Range
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Nichole Roberts
Nichole Roberts
All Florida Homes Realty LLC
(352) 619-8221
440 Total Sales
3 in Rutland
$340K - $375K Price Range
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Scott McGrath
Scott McGrath
BUYING PARADISE LLC
(689) 215-4384
63 Total Sales
1 in Rutland
$15,000 Price
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Fernando Barragan
Fernando Barragan
RE/MAX TOWN CENTRE
(689) 220-7987
59 Total Sales
3 in Rutland
$235K - $370K Price Range
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Terriann Stewart
Terriann Stewart
Tropic Shores Realty
(352) 770-7627
77 Total Sales
2 in Rutland
$230K - $500K Price Range
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Danny Smith
Danny Smith
SMITH & SMITH REALTY, INC.
(352) 661-1852
34 Total Sales
2 in Rutland
$347K - $375K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Half Moon WMA Trails
Rutland Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rutland | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
19
Median Year Built
2001
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,765
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
114
Median Age
44
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,999
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,130
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.4%
College Graduates
18.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.5%
% Population in Labor Force
53.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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