Black Diamond Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Black Diamond is a master-planned community located just south of Crystal River, Florida. It is renowned for its world-class golf courses, natural conservation areas, and upscale residential feel, offering a serene yet active lifestyle.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood features a mix of single-family homes, villas, and condominiums, often situated along fairways or with scenic views. With a median home value of approximately $195,600, it provides a range of options within a desirable, amenity-rich community.
Schools & Education
Families in Black Diamond are served by the Citrus County School District, including nearby schools like Crystal River Primary and Crystal River Middle School. The area also offers access to private educational options and is within commuting distance of college campuses.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy two championship 18-hole golf courses, extensive walking and biking trails, and multiple community pools and tennis courts. Its proximity to the Crystal River Preserve State Park and the Gulf Coast provides unparalleled access to boating, fishing, and manatee viewing.
Local Dining & Shopping
While the community itself has a private clubhouse restaurant, downtown Crystal River is just minutes away, offering fresh seafood spots, casual eateries, and local shops. Larger retail centers and grocery stores are conveniently located along US-19.
Who Lives Here
The community attracts a mix of active retirees, professionals, and families seeking a golf-centric lifestyle. With a median household income around $55,256, it represents a middle-to-upper-middle income demographic within the region.
Top Real Estate Agents in Black Diamond, Crystal River
Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by
Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR), maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with
10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have
5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.
4 agents met the full merit gate for Black Diamond, Crystal River, FL, selected from over 400,000 licensed Florida professionals.
5.0 stars
60+ verified reviews
License: 1912418
Realty ONE Group Elite
13+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (925) 437-4568
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.oneheart2homes.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/oneheart2homes
Why selected: Selected for her profound community leadership as Founder of the One Heart 2 Homes nonprofit and active charitable partnerships. This is combined with a stellar 5-star rating from over 60 reviews and nearly two decades of expert service.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
50+ verified reviews
License: 1437618
Stefani & Associates
20+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (916) 467-5852
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://tonystefani.myrealestateplatform.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Tony%20Stefani
Why selected: Selected for his dedicated community service as a U.S. Air Force veteran and his perfect 5-star rating across 50 client reviews. His 20+ years of experience and PMP certification further demonstrate his elite, disciplined approach.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
27+ verified reviews
License: 1950453
E3 Realty & Loans
11+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (510) 685-5005
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.huezorealestate.com/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/huezorealestate
Why selected: Selected for his dedicated community involvement, Alexander Huezo combines a perfect 5-star rating from 27 reviews with a decade of residential market expertise.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.
5.0 stars
26+ verified reviews
License: 1741579
E3 Realty
19+ years experience
Contact
Phone: (925) 457-0954
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://adoralazaro.freehomevalues.net/
Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/user473291
Why selected: Selected for her 18-year career and perfect 5-star rating across 26 reviews. Adora Lazaro is distinguished by her specialized expertise in complex distressed property sales and short sale negotiations.
This agent passed the full merit gate (4.5+ stars, 10+ verified reviews in 24 months, 5+ years experience). All listed agents meet the same qualification standard.