$492,500
SOLD MAY 30, 2025

956 E Morningstar Ln Hernando, FL 34442

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,464 Sq Ft
1.06 Acres

Recently Sold

$200 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Ranch Style House
  • High Ceiling
  • 1.06 Acre Lot
  • Secondary Bathroom Jetted Tub
  • Stone Countertops

About This Home

As of May 2025

Located in the desirable Fairview Estates community of Citrus Hills, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath pool home offers the perfect blend of comfort and functionality on a beautifully landscaped 1-acre lot.
Inside, you'll find a large family room that opens to the kitchen — ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring granite countertops, abundant cabinet space, and a cozy dining area overlooking the sparkling screened-in pool. There's also a separate formal dining room for larger gatherings. The home provides multiple living spaces, including a formal living room and a family room that also has access to the pool area. The master suite is truly oversized, complete with his and hers walk-in closets, a spacious master bath with dual sinks, a jetted tub, and a walk-in shower. The versatile 4th bedroom is perfect for a home office, craft room, or guest space. Step outside to enjoy a spacious lanai, a full pool bath, a screened-in pool with a jetted spa, and a beautifully maintained yard. The property also features a circular driveway and a 2-car garage, offering plenty of parking and a welcoming entrance. A new roof was installed in 2020, offering peace of mind for years to come. This is Florida living at its best — with space, privacy, and a layout designed for easy indoor-outdoor living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sandra Oller-Deem

Tropic Shores Realty License #3284995 Listed on: 04/27/2025

Tropic Shores Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Lake Sumter Member

Realtor Association of Lake Sumter Member

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,884

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 1.06 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a county road
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Landscaped with Trees
  • Property is zoned LDR

HOA Fees

  • $7 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Circular Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,464 Sq Ft Home
  • Tray Ceiling
  • High Ceiling
  • Blinds
  • Carpet

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Secondary Bathroom Jetted Tub
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Laundry Tub

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Screen Enclosure
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Rain Gutters

Schools

  • Central Ridge Elementary School
  • Citrus Springs Middle School
  • Lecanto High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Well
  • Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • Fairview Estates Poa, Phone Number (352) 746-6770
  • Citrus Hills Fairview Estates Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,884

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$7 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Directions: 486 to N on Annapolis to R on Indianhead to R on Morningstar Home on the Left
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.06
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road
  • Subdivision Name: Citrus Hills - Fairview Estates
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Water Heater, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Bathtub, Tray Ceiling(s), Dual Sinks, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Primary Suite, Stone Counters, Split Bedrooms, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
  • Living Area: 2464.0
  • Window Features: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler/Irrigation, Landscaping, Rain Gutters, Circular Driveway, Concrete Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Block, Slab
  • Lot Features: Acreage, Flat, Rectangular, Trees
  • Pool Features: Concrete, In Ground, Pool Equipment, Pool, Screen Enclosure
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Concrete, Driveway, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Laundry Features: Laundry - Living Area, Laundry Tub
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 79.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Fairview Estates POA
  • Phone: 352-746-6770 x11
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Central Ridge Elementary
  • High School: Lecanto High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Citrus Springs Middle

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 46371.0
  • Zoning: LDR

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2884.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 27, 2025
Closed on
May 30, 2025
Sold by
Schade Margaret R
Bought by
Shumaker Kathy L and Shumaker Jacques W
Seller's Agent
Sandra Oller-Deem
Tropic Shores Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lake Sumter Member
Realtor Association of Lake Sumter Member
List Price
$499,000
Sold Price
$492,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,500
-1.3%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$490,665

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,835
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.61%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 22, 2014
Closed on
Oct 30, 2014
Sold by
Dooley Brendan D
Bought by
Schade Robert G and Schade Margaret R
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Pickrel
Century 21 J.W.Morton R.E.
Buyer's Agent
Sandra Oller-Deem
Tropic Shores Realty
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$217,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-3.56%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.05%
Original Mortgage
$173,600
Interest Rate
4.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2014
Sold by
Iverson Christine and Baradji Christine
Bought by
Dooley Brendan D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 2012
Bought by
Schade Robert G and Schade Margaret R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 1, 2012
Bought by
Schade Robert G and Schade Margaret R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2009
Sold by
Dooley Brendan D and Dooley Anna F
Bought by
Baradji Bakary and Baradji Christine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$330,000
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 2000
Sold by
Ann Day Robert and Ann Patricia
Bought by
Dooley Brendan D and Dooley Anna F

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 1, 2000
Bought by
Schade Robert G and Schade Margaret R

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1989
Bought by
Schade Robert G and Schade Margaret R
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $492,500 First International Title
Warranty Deed $217,000 First Intl Title Inc
Quit Claim Deed $178,000 Attorney
Deed $100 --
Deed $100 --
Warranty Deed $330,000 Attorney
Warranty Deed $24,000 Manatee Title Company Inc
Deed $23,000 --
Deed $28,300 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $173,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $330,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $492,500 -1.3% $200 / Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2025 04/27/25 For Sale $499,000 +130.0% $203 / Sq Ft
10/30/2014 10/30/14 Sold $217,000 -3.6% $83 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/30/2014 09/30/14 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2014 09/22/14 For Sale $225,000 -- $86 / Sq Ft
Source: REALTORS® Association of Citrus County

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,884 $233,157 -- --
2024 $2,888 $226,586 -- --
2023 $2,888 $219,986 $0 $0
2022 $2,704 $213,579 $0 $0
2021 $2,596 $207,358 $0 $0
2020 $2,498 $254,370 $15,650 $238,720
2019 $2,467 $232,733 $13,800 $218,933
2018 $2,442 $217,462 $12,000 $205,462
2017 $2,436 $192,135 $14,960 $177,175
2016 $2,468 $188,183 $21,440 $166,743
2015 $3,026 $179,417 $21,440 $157,977
2014 $2,476 $180,304 $22,975 $157,329
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: REALTORS® Association of Citrus County

MLS Number: 844064

REALTORS® Association of Citrus County

APN: 19E-18S-17-0010-000E0-0040