Located just outside of the city in the Inverness Highlands area, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home has been recently updated and boasts an array of bonus features. The ranch-style home, which had new shingles and an SWR roof underlayment installed in 2021, sits on a generous 0.70-acre lot, blending comfortable living with tranquil surroundings. The backyard features several fruit trees, providing a serene and productive outdoor space, as well as a large storage shed perfect for housing gardening equipment. The spacious yard has endless possibilities – perfect for adding a pool, cultivating a lush garden, or creating your dream outdoor oasis. Inside, the updated kitchen is a standout, featuring newer appliances, granite countertops, a pantry closet, and a gas range/stove, making it ideal for both everyday cooking and entertaining. A water softener system helps maintain the home's plumbing in top-notch condition, while the renovated bathrooms promise years of maintenance-free service. The home also includes versatile bonus rooms that can be tailored to your needs. Ideal as a craft room, office, sitting area, or anything else that suits your lifestyle. Adding to the property's appeal is a newer 24x30 pre-engineered metal building. Built to house two professional-use bass boats, this structure offers endless possibilities. Whether you envision it as a space for vintage car restorations, off-road toys, a fully equipped woodshop, or warehouse storage for an online business, this building can adapt to your unique needs. This Inverness Highlands home combines modern updates, functional spaces, and outdoor charm, making it a truly exceptional property. Come and take a look at this outstanding Citrus County home.
Sold for $311,000
$311,000
161 S Rooks Ave, Inverness, FL 34453
3beds
1,381sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
0.7 Acres Lot
$311,200 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$1,644 Estimated rent
Home value
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$271,000 - $358,000
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Renovated bathroomsGranite countertopsNewer appliancesVersatile bonus roomsWater softener systemUpdated kitchenPantry closet
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Listed by:
Rick Livoni 352-318-2092,
EXP REALTY LLC 888-883-8509
Bought with:
Rick Livoni, 3563643
EXP REALTY LLC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC527503
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Originating MLS: Sarasota - Manatee
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Family Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 117.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10.7
Bedroom 3
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x11
Primary bathroom
- Level: First
- Area: 37.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.5x5
Bathroom 2
- Level: First
- Area: 37.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5x7.5
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 92.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x9.25
Family room
- Level: First
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x11
Florida room
- Level: First
- Area: 177.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.3x11.6
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters
- Level: First
- Area: 148 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x9.25
Living room
- Features: Coat Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 256.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x18.3
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Porcelain Tile, Tile
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,054
- Total interior livable area: 1,381 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Boat, Driveway, Guest, Off Street, Oversized, Parking Pad, RV Access/Parking
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Storage
- Fencing: Fenced,Vinyl,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.7 Acres
- Dimensions: 180 x 170
- Features: In County, Oversized Lot, Above Flood Plain
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Workshop
- Additional parcels included: 19E-19S-02-0090-01690-1220
- Parcel number: 19E19S020090016901270
- Zoning: MDR
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Stucco
- Foundation: Block, Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Propane, Public, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: INVERNESS HIGHLANDS UNIT 09
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Inverness
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $225/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $197,693
- Annual tax amount: $2,526
- Date on market: 1/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 102 days
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2025 | Sold | $311,000-2.8%$225/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #GC527503 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2025 | Pending sale | $319,900$232/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC527503 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2025 | Price change | $319,900-5.2%$232/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC527503 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2025 | Price change | $337,500-2.2%$244/sqft |
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| 1/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $345,000+38.1%$250/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC527503 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Stellar MLS #OM625539 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2021 | Listed for sale | $249,900+28.2%$181/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #OM625539 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2021 | Sold | $195,000-0.5%$141/sqft |
Source:  Realtors Association of Citrus County #798766 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2021 | Pending sale | $195,900$142/sqft |
Source: Realtors Association of Citrus County #798766 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2021 | Price change | $195,900-2%$142/sqft |
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| 3/13/2021 | Pending sale | $199,900$145/sqft |
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| 3/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $199,900$145/sqft |
Source: Realtors Association of Citrus County #798766 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2021 | Pending sale | $199,900$145/sqft |
Source: Realtors Association of Citrus County #798766 Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/2021 | Listed for sale | $199,900+207.5%$145/sqft |
Source: Realtors Association of Citrus County #798766 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2013 | Sold | $65,000-4.3%$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2013 | Listed for sale | $67,900+69.8%$49/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Investors Realty of Citrus County, Inc. #704107 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2013 | Sold | $40,000-10.9%$29/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2013 | Price change | $44,900-23.8%$33/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REALTY ONE #359318 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2013 | Price change | $58,900-4.8%$43/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REALTY ONE #359318 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2013 | Price change | $61,900-4.6%$45/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REALTY ONE #359318 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2013 | Price change | $64,900-4.4%$47/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REALTY ONE #359318 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2013 | Price change | $67,900-2.9%$49/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REALTY ONE #359318 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2012 | Listed for sale | $69,900+107.4%$51/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Realty One #359318 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2012 | Sold | $33,700$24/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,528 +0.1% | $197,693 -1.3% |
| 2024 | $2,526 -4.5% | $200,205 -3.1% |
| 2023 | $2,646 -0.8% | $206,631 +19.1% |
| 2022 | $2,668 +42.2% | $173,550 +48.2% |
| 2021 | $1,877 +11.1% | $117,119 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $1,690 +8% | $112,920 +16.7% |
| 2019 | $1,564 +8.8% | $96,793 +4.2% |
| 2018 | $1,437 | $92,880 +31.1% |
| 2017 | $1,437 +26.5% | $70,831 +16.6% |
| 2016 | $1,136 +7.9% | $60,725 +2.2% |
| 2015 | $1,053 +2.5% | $59,427 +15.2% |
| 2014 | $1,027 +15.7% | $51,580 +3.3% |
| 2013 | $888 +93% | $49,910 -10% |
| 2012 | $460 -12.9% | $55,431 -12.6% |
| 2011 | $528 +3.5% | $63,409 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $510 -1% | $62,472 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $515 +1.1% | $60,831 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $510 -8.8% | $60,770 +3% |
| 2007 | $559 +0.2% | $59,000 +2.4% |
| 2006 | $558 -4.2% | $57,600 +2.9% |
| 2005 | $582 +0.9% | $56,000 +2.9% |
| 2004 | $577 +6.6% | $54,400 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $542 +7.7% | $53,400 +2.3% |
| 2002 | $503 +2.9% | $52,200 +3% |
| 2000 | $489 | $50,700 |
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Neighborhood: 34453
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