470 FOREST AVENUE, BROOKSVILLE, FL, 34601
Pending11 days on marketListed Jul 21, 2026MLS #W7887831
About this home
470 FOREST AVENUE
Nestled on a peaceful, private lot just under a quarter acre, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience. Located less than one mile from the heart of downtown Brooksville, you'll enjoy easy access to local shops, restaurants, parks, and community events while coming home to your own secluded retreat. With 780 square feet of heated living space, this home is thoughtfully designed to maximize comfort and functionality. The fully fenced yard provides plenty of room for pets, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors, while the covered carport offers convenient protected parking. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or searching for an investment opportunity, this property offers privacy, a desirable location, and plenty of potential. Don't miss your chance to own this hidden gem close to everything Brooksville has to offer! 2024 -tankless water heater. 2023 - Roof Replaced
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
750
Sqft
0.17 ac
Lot size
1985
Year built
One
Levels
$167
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$1,145 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,145/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs HIGHLAND OAKS
$167 vs $300
Days on market
11 vs 45 typical
Where $167/sqft sits among the 6 homes for sale in HIGHLAND OAKS
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Highland Oaks
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Brooksville. See the full Brooksville guide →
Highland Oaks — neighborhood snapshot
Population
86
Median age
38
Median income
$54,757
Median home value
$153,900
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
12%
For the school run
Hernando County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Brooksville market
$303K → $326K
Brooksville median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
1 of 6
HIGHLAND OAKS have cut their price
Median sold price, Brooksville, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 66% below the BROOKSVILLE 34601 median. See the full Brooksville market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 470 FOREST AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’25$289,000
3372 PENNY LANE · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,510 sqft · $191/sqft · 78 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$440,000
817 NW 3rd Way, Pompano Beach FL 33060 · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,597 sqft · $276/sqft · 18 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$469,000
848 NW 3rd Way, Pompano Beach FL 33060 · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,597 sqft · $294/sqft · 129 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 470 FOREST AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 470 FOREST AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
470 FOREST AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 470 FOREST AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,145/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 470 FOREST AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,330. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Brooksville?+
At $125,000, this home is listed about 63% below the Brooksville median of $335,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 470 FOREST AVENUE?+
Brooksville Elementary School (elementary), D. S. Parrott Middle School (middle) — Hernando County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of SANDPEAK REALTY · Wendy Cregar. MLS #W7887831.
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