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Beverly Hills, FL

Beverly Hills is an unincorporated community and census-designated place in Citrus County, Florida, United States. The population was 8,445 at the 2010 census.

Beverly Hills is located in north-central Citrus County at 28°55′03″N 82°27′22″W. It is nearly surrounded by the community of Pine Ridge, except for a small area on the west where it is bordered by Black Diamond. County Road 491 (North Lecanto Highway) forms the northwestern edge of the Beverly Hills CDP, leading northeast 4 miles (6 km) to U.S. Route 41 and southwest 5 miles (8 km) to State Road 44 in Lecanto.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 3.0 square miles (7.7 km²), all land.

Beverly Hills was among the first retirement-oriented planned communities in Central Florida. Like other such developments in South Florida and the Tampa-St. Petersburg area, a private company—Kellner’s Rolling Oaks Corporation—owned most of the non-residential property, including a nearby lumber yard and concrete plant. Purchasing land in a rural, inland area allowed Kellner to market the new community to working-class retirees at affordable prices. Beverly Hills proved an early success, growing from 20 homes in the spring of 1962 to around 400 by the end of 1965. In 1972, the development’s population reached 4,500 residents living in 2,200 homes.

In 1980, Beverly Hills Development Corp. purchased the subdivision from original developer Sam Kellner in 1980, and nine years later it was sold to Morrison Homes, the Atlanta-based home builder which ceased selling homes in the subdivision in 1999. 

Health and wellness are integral to the lifestyle in Beverly Hills. The city prioritizes residents' well-being by providing access to comprehensive healthcare services through reputable facilities. The Salt Room offers unique salt therapy sessions along with massage services, combining the benefits of massage with halotherapy for respiratory and skin health. The Spa at PGA National Resort offers a variety of massages including Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, and aromatherapy massages, in addition to other spa treatments. Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island provides a range of massage therapies including their signature "Heaven in a Hammock" massage, deep tissue massage, and reflexology. LA Fitness offers a variety of fitness equipment, group fitness classes, personal training services, and amenities like pools and saunas. 24-Hour Fitness provides a range of fitness equipment, group exercise classes, personal training options, and amenities such as steam rooms and whirlpools. Anytime Fitness offers 24/7 access to its facilities, a variety of workout equipment, personal training services, and virtual classes.

Top Sites in Beverly Hills, FL: Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, Three Sisters Springs, Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.

Population: 9,961 (2020). ZIP Codes: 34464. Area code: 352. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Area: 2.97 sq mi (7.68 km²).

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What are the demographics of Beverly Hills, FL?

As of the census of 2000, there were 8,317 people, 4,401 households, and 2,583 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 2,922.0 inhabitants per square mile (1,128.2/km²). There were 4,925 housing units at an average density of 1,730.3 per square mile (668.1/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 95.90% White, 1.71% African American, 0.19% Native American, 0.60% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.38% from other races, and 1.20% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.97% of the population.

What is the history of Beverly Hills, FL?

Sam Kellner, a Jewish businessman from New York, made a fortune in the tire business during the 1930s and 1940s, after which he went into construction and real estate development. Around 1960 he purchased 3,500 acres of land in interior Citrus County. Within a few years, Kellner began to develop the former cattle land, selling simple, single-story homes to retirees from the urban North, especially New York and Detroit. Kellner named his new venture Beverly Hills.

Is it good to live in Beverly Hills, FL?

Beverly Hills is a laid-back community located in the heart of Citrus County. Being predominantly residential, Beverly Hills offers an array of houses available for rent along tree-lined roads. The community exudes a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of lush greenery and an overall small-town vibe.

Sources

Citrus County

Wikipedia

Apartments

The Salt Room

The Spa at PGA National Resort

Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island

LA Fitness

24-Hour Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park

Three Sisters Springs

Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge

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