Tampa metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to New Port Richey, FL
About New Port Richey
New Port Richey is a Gulf-adjacent city in west Pasco County on the Cotee River, about 35 miles northwest of Tampa. Its historic downtown around Sims Park has been revitalized with restaurants, the Richey Suncoast Theatre, and riverfront events, while the surrounding area offers some of the metro's most affordable housing near the water. The James E. Grey Preserve and nearby Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park give paddlers and hikers easy access to coastal wilderness.
Home prices in New Port Richey
The median listing price in New Port Richey is $285,000.
Top places in New Port Richey
- Sims Park and the Cotee River
- Historic downtown New Port Richey
- Richey Suncoast Theatre
- James E. Grey Preserve
- West Pasco Historical Society museum.
- Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park
Commuting from New Port Richey
- Approximate drive to downtown Tampa: about 35 miles, 45–60 minutes depending on traffic, generally via US-19 and the Suncoast Parkway or SR-54 to the Veterans Expressway. Times vary with traffic.
Schools in New Port Richey
Public schools: Pasco County Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
New Port Richey FAQs
- What is the housing market like in New Port Richey, FL?
The median listing price in New Port Richey is $285,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from New Port Richey, FL?
Approximate drive to downtown Tampa: about 35 miles, 45–60 minutes depending on traffic, generally via US-19 and the Suncoast Parkway or SR-54 to the Veterans Expressway. Times vary with traffic. - Which school district serves New Port Richey, FL?
New Port Richey is served by Pasco County Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.