Secluded Pool Home on 5 Private Acres in Brooksville! Escape to your own peaceful oasis! Nestled on a beautifully wooded, 5-acre lot in the desirable Spring Lake area, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home offers the perfect blend of tranquility, space, and modern comfort. Built in 1996 and thoughtfully updated, this 2,014 sq ft retreat is ready for you to call home. Step through the impressive double-door entry into soaring double-height ceilings and an open, light-filled floor plan. The spacious great room features a cozy fireplace—ideal for cool evenings, a Custom Built-in Floor to Ceiling Bookshelf with Rolling Ladder (2023), while the large eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into a formal dining area, complete with Coffee Station and Built in Pet Kennels. The kitchen boasts ample cabinetry, stylish countertops, and plenty of natural light, making meal prep a joy. All three generously sized bedrooms provide comfort and privacy, highlighted by the serene Primary Suite complete with direct access to the outdoors, an en-suite bathroom, and a spacious walk-in closet. Newer flooring (a mix of carpet, luxury vinyl and ceramic tile), fresh paint in contemporary tones, updated lighting, and bathroom vanities create a move-in-ready feel throughout. Outside, dive into your own sparkling inground pool, perfect for Florida's sunny days and evening relaxation. A massive wrap-around screened deck/porch that surrounds the home—ideal for year-round outdoor living, entertaining, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the quiet sounds of nature. With mature trees providing seclusion and shade, this huge lot offers endless possibilities: room for horses, hobbies, toys, gardening, or future expansion. Additional highlights include NEW Central Air/Heat (2021), NEW Water Heater (2021), NEW Double-Pane Energy Efficient WINDOWS and DOORS with integrated mini blinds (2022), Vinyl Flooring (2022), Butcher Block Counter (2023), Replaced Well Tank (2025), All Metal Roof, and an unpaved driveway with open parking. Located just minutes from Brooksville's conveniences yet worlds away from the hustle, this property delivers true country living with easy access to major roads, shopping, dining, and the Withlacoochee State Forest. Whether you're seeking a peaceful forever home, a hobby farm setup, or a private retreat, 5201 Neff Lake Rd checks every box. Don't miss this rare opportunity—schedule your private showing today before it's gone!
Est. $2,909 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5201 Neff Lake Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HCAR #2257680
Sep 4, 2026
Sold
$505,000
$251/sq ft
Jul 25, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 14, 2026
Price Changed
$525,000
$261/sq ft
May 28, 2026
Price Changed
$535,000
$266/sq ft
Jan 25, 2026
Listed
$559,999
$278/sq ft
+21
Secluded Pool Home on 5 Private Acres in Brooksville! Escape to your own peaceful oasis! Nestled on a beautifully wooded, 5-acre lot in the desirable Spring Lake area, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home offers the perfect blend of tranquility, space, and modern comfort. Built in 1996 and thoughtfully updated, this 2,014 sq ft retreat is ready for you to call home. Step through the impressive double-door entry into soaring double-height ceilings and an open, light-filled floor plan. The spacious great room features a cozy fireplace--ideal for cool evenings, a Custom Built-in Floor to Ceiling Bookshelf with Rolling Ladder (2023), while the large eat-in kitchen flows seamlessly into a formal dining area, complete with Coffee Station and Built in Pet Kennels. The kitchen boasts ample cabinetry, stylish countertops, and plenty of natural light, making meal prep a joy. All three generously sized bedrooms provide comfort and privacy, highlighted by the serene Primary Suite complete with direct access to the outdoors, an en-suite bathroom, and a spacious walk-in closet. Newer flooring (a mix of carpet, luxury vinyl and ceramic tile), fresh paint in contemporary tones, updated lighting, and bathroom vanities create a move-in-ready feel throughout. Outside, dive into your own sparkling inground pool, perfect for Florida's sunny days and evening relaxation. A massive wrap-around screened deck/porch that surrounds the home--ideal for year-round outdoor living, entertaining, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the quiet sounds of nature. With mature trees providing seclusion and shade, this huge lot offers endless possibilities: room for horses, hobbies, toys, gardening, or future expansion. Additional highlights include NEW Central Air/Heat (2021), NEW Water Heater (2021), NEW Double-Pane Energy Efficient WINDOWS and DOORS with integrated mini blinds (2022), Vinyl Flooring (2022), Butcher Block Counter (2023), Replaced Well Tank (2025), All Metal Roof, and an unpaved driveway with open parking. Located just minutes from Brooksville's conveniences yet worlds away from the hustle, this property delivers true country living with easy access to major roads, shopping, dining, and the Withlacoochee State Forest. Whether you're seeking a peaceful forever home, a hobby farm setup, or a private retreat, 5201 Neff Lake Rd checks every box. Don't miss this rare opportunity--schedule your private showing today before it's gone!
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #TB8468632
Sep 4, 2026
Sold
$505,000
$251/sq ft
Jul 25, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 29, 2026
Price Changed
$525,000
$261/sq ft
May 28, 2026
Price Changed
$535,000
$266/sq ft
May 1, 2026
Price Changed
$549,999
$273/sq ft
Jan 25, 2026
Listed
$559,999
$278/sq ft
HCAR #2214681
Mar 26, 2021
Sold
$365,001
$181/sq ft
Feb 5, 2021
Listed
$355,000
$176/sq ft
+27
Looking for a home with privacy and quiet surroundings? This home is for you! Dreams come true with this updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom POOL home on a wooded, secluded 5 acre lot in Brooksville. So many unique features including a huge wrap-around, screened deck, double door entry, double height interior ceilings, and a sparkling inground pool! The interior has been tastefully renovated - brand new light and bright kitchen including new cabinets, counter tops, sink, and faucet. New flooring throughout, new lighting fixtures, new bathroom vanities, fresh interior and exterior paint - all done in a contemporary color palette. The functional floor plan has a great room with fireplace, large eat-in kitchen, formal dining area, and 3 ample sized bedrooms including a master suite with access to the back porch, an attached bathroom, and a nice sized walk-in closet. All this plus a huge lot ready for all the outdoor toys. Call today before it's too late. This is a Fannie Mae Homepath Property.
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #W7830565
Mar 26, 2021
Sold
$365,001
$181/sq ft
Feb 5, 2021
Listed
$355,000
$176/sq ft
St. Augustine and St. Johns County Board of REALTORS® #HC2214681
Mar 26, 2021
Sold
$365,001
$181/sq ft
Feb 5, 2021
Listed
$355,000
$176/sq ft
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #W7815674
Feb 13, 2020
Listing Removed
—
HCAR #2206921
Feb 13, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jan 31, 2020
Listed
$247,500
$123/sq ft
HCAR #2204935
Jan 30, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Oct 29, 2019
Listed
$247,500
$123/sq ft
HCAR #2203460
Aug 27, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Aug 26, 2019
Listed
$166,000
$82/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1987
Sold
$25,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,167 (−0.9%)
2024
$7,229 (+1.6%)
2023
$7,112 (+5.7%)
2022
$6,731 (+39.3%)
$84,500 + $323,039
$407,539
2021
$4,834 (+15.7%)
$84,500 + $323,039
$407,539
2020
$4,178 (+66.7%)
2019
$2,506 (+6.5%)
2018
$2,353 (+1.7%)
2017
$2,313 (+3.3%)
2016
$2,239 (−0.9%)
2015
$2,259 (+1.8%)
2014
$2,218
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
2,014
Year built
1996
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hernando County
APN
R08 423 20 0000 0130 0020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
AG
Agricultural District
This district is designed to promote and encourage the conservation and utilization of prime and productive agricultural land, as well as the preservation of the open character of certain land, which, by virtue of their topography, soil types, natural resources and/or relationship to other land use areas, should be carefully reviewed and evaluated prior to their possible development or else should continue to be developed at a relatively low-density to maintain their overall natural environment and unique character with the county.
Directions: SR52 to North on Bellamy Brothers Blvd/Culbreath Rd east on Powell Rd to north on Neff Lake Rd to 2ND dirt road entrance by Falling Leaf Lane Street sign. House located approx .5 miles down the road.
Community Information
Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
Max Pet Weight: 999
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,014
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Hernando County
APN: R08 423 20 0000 0130 0020
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026