New Port Richey

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New Port Richey, FL

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One of Florida's riverside gems

Suburban Coastal Beaches Community

New Port Richey, situated along Florida's Gulf Coast, combines historic architecture with coastal living. Downtown centers around the Pithlachascotee River and Sims Park, where community events bring neighbors together throughout the year. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at the James E. Grey Preserve, while local history comes alive at the West Pasco Historical Society Museum. The rental market reflects steady growth, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,376 per month, representing a 4.4% increase from the previous year, while two-bedroom units typically rent for $1,512, up 3.8% annually.

Housing options include properties near the historic downtown district and waterfront communities throughout the area. The city's 1920s roots as a Gulf Coast destination remain evident in its architecture and layout. The Richey Suncoast Theatre, a restored 1926 landmark, hosts performances year-round. The Chasco Fiesta, a springtime tradition dating to 1922, features street parades and waterfront celebrations that highlight the community's coastal heritage. Pasco-Hernando State College maintains a presence in the area, while Morton Plant North Bay Hospital serves as a major healthcare facility.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in New Port Richey, FL is $925 for a studio, $1,286 for one bedroom, $1,502 for two bedrooms, and $1,817 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in New Port Richey has decreased by -2.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,286/month
723 Sq Ft
House
$2,171/month
1,454 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,545/month
943 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,894/month
1,362 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in New Port Richey, FL

Transportation

48

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

51

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Trinity Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

573 Students

Longleaf Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

639 Students

James M. Marlowe Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

558 Students

Odessa Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

976 Students

Deer Park Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

476 Students

River Ridge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,107 Students

Gulf Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

901 Students

Bayonet Point Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

737 Students

Baycare Behavioral Health

Public

Grades K-12

18 Students

River Ridge High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

1,802 Students

Gulf High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,465 Students

Ridgewood High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,133 Students

Baycare Behavioral Health

Public

Grades K-12

18 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park
  • Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
  • Anclote Key Preserve State Park
  • Brooker Creek Preserve

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • St Pete-Clearwater International
  • Tampa International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.