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Overview

5 bd4 ba3,946 sqft2 car garageSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOANone listed
Built1933
Lot22,086 sqft
Living area3,946 sqft
Price / sqft$195
Garage2 car

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Built-in FeaturesCrown MoldingPrimary Bedroom Main FloorStone CountersWalk-in Closet(s)CourtyardPrivate YardDishwasher

427 Howell Ave is a 1933-built home in Howells Estate DIV To, Brooksville. Inside you'll find 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 3,946 square feet of living space. Listed at $769,900 (about $195/sqft), 1 day on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable.

From the listing

A distinguished piece of Brooksville history, beautifully preserved and extensively modernized. Dating to the 1890s and recognized as the birthplace of Alfred McKethan, one of Brooksville's most notable historical figures, this exceptional downtown residence offers the architectural character of a bygone era with the comfort, functionality, and amenities of a thoughtfully updated home. Situated on an oversized parcel beneath magnificent grandfather oaks, the property is just a short walk from the restaurants, shops, coffee houses, and community events that continue to define the revitalization of historic downtown Brooksville. The impressive two-story residence offers four spacious bedrooms, three full bathrooms, one half bathroom, an executive office, formal dining room, traditional parlor, multiple living areas, and an abundance of covered porch space. Generous room proportions, 10-foot ceilings, substantial windows, and beautifully restored heart pine and hardwood flooring create bright, inviting interiors while maintaining the home's original architectural integrity. Historic details include intricate moldings, shiplap walls, antique fixtures, clawfoot tubs, and five fireplaces, including three gas fireplaces downstairs and two wood-burning fireplaces upstairs. Over the past several years, the owners have completed an extensive series of improvements, bringing the home's restoration to its final stages. The beautifully remodeled kitchen features white cabinetry, elegant countertops, custom tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a statement range hood, and generous storage. Additional improvements include remodeled bathrooms, restored wood flooring, fresh interior paint, and carefully selected finishes that complement rather than compete with the home's historic character. Previously updated electrical and plumbing systems, three HVAC units, and a metal roof installed in 2008 add to the property's established improvements. Outdoor living has been significantly expanded with the addition of a beautiful screened-in swimming pool, spacious rear entertaining deck, covered seating areas, and dedicated outdoor recreation space. The elevated rear deck offers convenient access from the home and overlooks the pool and surrounding grounds. A classic white picket fence frames the front lawn, while mature landscaping and sprawling oak trees provide a picturesque setting. The oversized property also includes a detached 24-by-24-foot garage, separate 20-by-14-foot workshop/storage building, additional parking, and a circular driveway. The expansive covered front porch, with its traditional columns and generous seating areas, is a defining feature of the home and an enduring example of Southern residential architecture. It provides a front-row connection to the charm of this established historic neighborhood. The location offers something increasingly desirable: the ability to enjoy a spacious residential property while remaining connected to a growing, walkable downtown. Historic Brooksville continues to attract locally owned businesses, restaurants, boutiques, coffee shops, markets, live music, and community festivals, supported by an active Main Street organization and a strong appreciation for the city's architectural heritage.

The essentials

Built
1933
Price / sqft
$195
On market
1 day
Annual tax
$6,952
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
22,086 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 1933
Private pool
In Ground
2 car garage
0.51 acres
Lot size
3,946 sqft
Living area

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$4,979/mo
Down payment (20%)
$153,980
Property taxes
$579/mo
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1933
Lot
22,086 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Central
Parking
-
Pool
In Ground, Fiberglass, Salt Water, Screen Enclosure
Days on Market
1
Built-in Features
Crown Molding
Primary Bedroom Main Floor
Stone Counters
Walk-in Closet(s)
Courtyard
Private Yard
Dishwasher
Dryer
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Elementary
Brooksville Elementary
Middle
Powell Middle
High
Hernando High

Districts can re-zone, so verify directly with the district before relying on these.

Homestead exemption on file Flood Zone X
Annual Tax (2025)
$6,952
Parcel #
R22-222-19-2600-0000-0094

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision
Howells Estate DIV To
County
Hernando
MLS Area
34601 - Brooksville
Lot Size
22,086 sqft
Corner LotHistoric DistrictCity LimitsLandscaped

Price history

Date
Event
Price
10/15/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #W7890332
$769,900+81.2%
$195/sqft
10/13/2021
Sold
Source: Hernando County Public Record
$425,000
$108/sqft

Neighborhood

427 Howell Ave
Brooksville, FL, 34601 · 34601 - Brooksville

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List price: $769,900
$760,000 – $769,900
98.5% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
80 of the last 158 home closings in 34601 landed at this number or higher (51%). The median one sat 46 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 1.

Sample: 158 closed home sales in 34601 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$4,980/mo
Principal & interest$4,015
Property taxes$579
Insurance$385
Down payment20% · $153,980
Interest rate6.80%
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Price

$769,900

$195 per sq ft

Beds and baths

5 beds, 4 baths

Size

3,946 sq ft

Time on market

1 day

Year built

1933

Monthly payment

About $4,979/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $6,952 annual tax bill, insurance.

Flood zone

Zone X

That is outside the high-risk areas, so flood insurance is usually optional rather than required by a lender.

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Brokered byFLORIDA CRACKER PROPERTIESListing agent: Erica SumnerListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# W7890332.

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