Your Local Citra Fence Contractor
Citra is an unincorporated farming community in north Marion County, about 16 miles north of Ocala along US Highway 301. It's genuinely agricultural in character — Citra is where the "pineapple orange" variety was named back in 1883, and the area still carries that citrus-and-farm identity today, even though a hard freeze decades ago pushed much of Florida's citrus industry further south.
Because Citra is a rural, large-parcel community rather than a platted subdivision, most of our work here is on acreage properties — perimeter fencing around farm and grove land, pasture fencing for the horse and cattle operations mixed in among the crop land, and standard residential fencing for homes on larger rural lots.
Citra is also known locally for its ties to author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, whose Cross Creek homestead sits nearby — a reminder that this stretch of north Marion County has kept its rural, old-Florida character even as growth has reshaped much of the rest of the county.
Fencing Services We Offer in Citra
Citra's large-parcel, agricultural character means most of our jobs here involve real acreage:
- Wood & privacy fences — full backyard privacy at the best value
- Vinyl & PVC fences — low-maintenance and fade-resistant
- Aluminum & ornamental fences — pool-code and upscale curb appeal
- Chain link fences — economical perimeter and pet containment
- Fence repair & replacement — save what's still sound
- Gate installation & automation — manual and automatic gates
Popular Fence Styles in Citra
Wood board and no-climb wire fencing are common requests on Citra's farm and grove properties, and chain link remains a popular budget option for straightforward perimeter runs. On the residential side, wood privacy fencing is the most requested style for homes on Citra's larger rural lots, since it delivers privacy without looking out of place against the area's working-farm backdrop.
Citra at a Glance
Major Roads & Highways
- US Highway 301, the community's main north-south corridor
Neighborhoods & Notable Areas
- Citra is made up primarily of large citrus-grove and farm parcels rather than platted subdivisions
Local Landmarks
- the Citra Methodist Episcopal Church (listed on the National Register of Historic Places)
- the historic Armstrong House
- the University of Florida's IFAS plant research facility nearby
Local Facts
Citra is where the "pineapple orange" variety was named in 1883, and the community's identity is still closely tied to Florida citrus and farming history.
Author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings' Cross Creek homestead — the setting for her novel "The Yearling" — sits near Citra, and the area has kept a genuinely rural, old-Florida character.
Why Citra Homeowners Choose Us
- Experienced on large-acreage properties — perimeter fencing sized and priced for real farm and grove parcels, not just standard backyards
- Insured — for every Citra project, with proof of coverage provided up front
- Honest, volume-based pricing — longer rural fence runs quoted clearly, with per-foot pricing that reflects the length of the job
- Local Marion County crew — familiar with north Marion County's roads and rural properties
Ready to start? Request your free Citra fence quote or call us today. We also serve nearby Marion County communities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this is common work for us in Citra given how much of the community is large-acreage farm and grove land. We install wood board, no-climb wire, and chain link perimeter fencing sized for real rural properties.
Citra sits about 16 miles north of Ocala along US Highway 301, a straightforward drive for our crews to schedule a site visit.
Yes. Citra is unincorporated, so fence permits go through the Marion County Building Department — we manage that application as part of the job.
Yes, we've worked properties throughout that part of Citra and understand the area's mix of agricultural and rural-residential land.
Pricing depends on total linear footage and fence type; longer rural perimeter runs are typically quoted with volume-based per-foot pricing. We give you an exact number after measuring the property.
Both. While Citra is primarily agricultural, we also install standard wood, vinyl, and aluminum residential fencing for homes on the area's larger rural lots.
It depends heavily on total footage — a multi-acre perimeter can take several days to a week or more. We give you a specific timeline once we've walked the property.
Yes, matching style and spacing to extend or repair existing farm or pasture fencing is routine work for us.
Yes, we carry general liability insurance and can provide documentation before our crew begins work on your Citra farm or grove property.
Call us or submit the online form. We'll schedule a site visit, walk the property, and follow up with a written estimate.