$4,749 Closing Credit¹
#T3539578, Jonathan Minerick, Listing Office: HOMECOIN.COM
$599,000 List price
196 Lark Ave Brooksville, FL 34601
$7,113
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
1,792 sqft
5.2 acres
$334 / sqft
House
Property details
About 196 Lark Ave
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!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Attic Fan
Size1,792 sqft
Lot size5.2 Acres
Year built1973
ParkingCircular Driveway, Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage
MLS #W7874833
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceLiving Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
ViewTrees/Woods
Private poolYes
Virtual tour
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Luxury Vinyl
- Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), Chair Rail, Crown Molding, Solid Surface Counters, Solid Wood Cabinets
- Fireplace: Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Parking: Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Workshop in Garage
- View: Trees/Woods
- Exterior: French Doors, Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Heating: Central, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air, Attic Fan
- List Price: $599,000
- Price/SqFt: $334
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,895
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Cleared, Landscaped, Oversized Lot, Pasture, Private, Paved
- Directions: 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
- Year Built: 1973
- Living Area: 1,792 SqFt
- Lot Size: 5.2 Acres
- MLS Number: W7874833
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: CENTURY 21 ALLIANCE REALTY
- Office Phone: (352) 686-0000
- Listing Agent: Heather Jacobs
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 04, 2011 | Home Sold | $174,850 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $164,374 | $1,895 |
| 2022 | $159,586 | $3,455 |
| 2021 | $154,938 | $1,891 |
| 2020 | $152,799 | $2,080 |
| 2018 | $144,754 | $1,931 |
| 2017 | $141,777 | $1,823 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Brooksville Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•885 N Broad St
3
Moton Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.9 mi
•7175 Emerson Rd
4
Pine Grove Elementary School
Public District PK-5
5.7 mi
•14411 Ken Austin Pkwy
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $48,377. The majority of Brooksville, FL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
32%
<35k
59%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
40%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
23%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Extreme Sports
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Kmart
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Little Caesars
Bob Evans
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Buick
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Country
Oldies- Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 196 Lark Ave
The listing price of 196 Lark Ave property is $599,000.
The property 196 Lark Ave is a house located in Brooksville, Florida, 34601.
Active Listing: 196 Lark Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 196 Lark Ave are: Brooksville Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Moton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Pine Grove Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), D. S. Parrott Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brooksville Engineering Science and Technology (B.E.S.T.) a (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West Hernando Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hernando High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Hernando Eschool Virtual Franchise (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Endeavor Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,895 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 4, 2011 for $174,850 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 196 Lark Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 196 Lark Ave is 1,792 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 196 Lark Ave is 1973.
This home is located at 196 Lark Ave in Brooksville, FL and zip code 34601. This 1,792 square foot home, which was built in 1973, sits on a 5.20 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $599,000.
In March 2025, from all listings sold in Brooksville, FL there were more than 12 sold above asking price, over 62 sold below and more than 23 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Brooksville, FL increased by 8.1% between February and March 2025. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 91 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $336,038.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.