Charming ranch-style retreat on 5+ acres - priced $35K below appraisal!
Welcome to your dream country escape. This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch-style home sits high and dry on 5.2 peaceful acres, just minutes from town and close to Hernando County Schools. Offering the perfect blend of privacy and convenience, this property is ideal for those seeking space, serenity, and modern comfort.
Step inside to discover new windows (2023) for lots of natural light, a new well (2024), and a new septic system (2025) for peace of mind. The spacious open layout flows effortlessly, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.
Enjoy Florida living at its finest with a newly resurfaced pool (remarcite), new screened enclosure, and plenty of space to relax or entertain outdoors. The garage is fully insulated, featuring new garage door openers (2025) and insulated ceilings and doors—perfect for storage, hobbies, or keeping your vehicles protected year-round.
Equestrian or animal lovers will appreciate the horse barn with a finished tack room, while nature enthusiasts will love the regular visits from deer and wild turkey in the fully fenced backyard.
This property truly has it all space, upgrades, location, and charm, priced at $579,000, $35,000 under recent appraisal value (2025). Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a move-in ready home with land, just minutes from town!
Sold for $555,000 on 07/31/25
$555,000
196 Lark Ave, Brooksville, FL 34601
4beds
1,792sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
5.2 Acres Lot
$552,700 Zestimate®
$310/sqft
$2,859 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 05:26pm
Listed by:
Heather Jacobs 352-442-4917,
Century 21 Alliance Realty
Bought with:
Heather Jacobs, SL3582225
Century 21 Alliance Realty
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 2252988

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13x12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20x13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 22x10
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,792
- Total interior livable area: 1,792 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Screened
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Screen Enclosure
- Fencing: Chain Link,Fenced,Full,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 5.20 Acres
- Features: Agricultural, Many Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Stable(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: R1522219373000000400
- Zoning: AR
- Zoning description: Agricultural
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: Stable(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Fire Alarm, Security Lights, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Brooksville
- Subdivision: Vista Heights Estates
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Services availability
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$552,700
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$563,754