196 LARK AVENUE | Brooksville

$599,000 | 4 Beds | 3 Baths (2 Full, 1 Half) | 1,792 Sq. Ft.

Charming ranch-style retreat on 5+ acres - priced $15K 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—all priced at $599,000, $15,000 under recent appraisal value (2025). Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a move-in ready home with land, just minutes from town! StellarMLS W7874833

Directions to property: Head northeast on S Broad St Pass by Dairy Queen Grill & Chill (on the right in 0.4 mi) -1.5 mi Turn left onto N Main St -0.1 mi Continue onto Howell Ave- 1.4 mi Turn left onto Lark Ave- 0.7 mi Turn right- 381 ft 196 Lark Ave Brooksville, FL 34601

MLS Listing ID: 
StellarMLS W7874833
Basic Property Information
Fields containing basic information about the property.
Property Type: 
Residential
Property Sub Type: 
Single Family Residence
Primary Market Area: 
Brooksville
Address: 
196 LARK AVENUE, Brooksville, FL 34601, US
County: 
Hernando
Community Information
Elementary: 
Brooksville Elementary
Middle: 
D.S. Parrot Middle
High: 
Hernando High
Subdivision: 
VISTA HEIGHTS ESTATES
Building Details
Details about the building on a property.
Architectural Style: 
Ranch
Year Built: 
1973
New Construction: 
0
Living Area: 
1,792
Interior: 
Crown Molding, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets, Thermostat Attic Fan
Construction
Construction Materials: 
Block, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: 
Crawlspace, Stem Wall
Roof: 
Shingle
Exterior Features: 
French Doors, Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Rain Gutters, Storage
Porch: 
Covered, Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
Room Details
Details about the rooms in the building.
Total Rooms: 
3
Total Bedrooms: 
4
Total Bathrooms: 
3
Total Full-Bathrooms: 
2
Total Half-Bathrooms: 
1
Utilities
Information about utilities available on the property.
Heating System: 
Central, Heat Pump
Cooling System: 
Central Air
Water Source: 
Private, Well
Sewer: 
Private Sewer, Septic Tank
Lot/Land Details
Details about the lots and land features included on the property.
Acres: 
5.2
Lot Size (Area): 
5.2
View: 
Trees/Woods
Waterfront: 
0
Lot Features
Parking Type: 
Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage
Pool: 
Auto Cleaner, Gunite, In Ground, Lighting, Self Cleaning
Fence: 
Chain Link, Fenced, Wire, Wood
Public Record
Parcel Number: 
R1522219373000000400
Annual Tax: 
$2,393.70
Property Zoning: 
AR
Listing Dates
Dates involved in the transaction.
Listing Entry Date/Time: 
4/22/2025
Listing Participants
Participants (agents, offices, etc.) in the transaction.
Listing Agent Name: 
Heather Jacobs
Listing Office Name: 
CENTURY 21 ALLIANCE REALTY