5553 Darlene St

Weeki Wachee, FL 34607

$627,500
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,296 Sq. Ft.
$484 / Sq. Ft.
1,296
Sq. Ft.
$484
per Sq. Ft.
Sold 3/5/25
Sold 3/5/25
an aerial view of a house a yard with an outdoor seating

Description

Seconds to the main Weeki Wachee River and popular dive spot Hospital Hole. No short term rental restrictions. This one of kind home has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths on the second level and an additional one bedroom and 1/2 bath on the ground floor. The home had major updates in 2023 and 2024 including new AC, new Hot water heater, new Metal roof, new paint inside and out, new exterior accent stone, new kitchen appliances, new fans, and new outlets. In addition to the 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the...Seconds to the main Weeki Wachee River and popular dive spot Hospital Hole. No short term rental restrictions. This one of kind home has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths on the second level and an additional one bedroom and 1/2 bath on the ground floor. The home had major updates in 2023 and 2024 including new AC, new Hot water heater, new Metal roof, new paint inside and out, new exterior accent stone, new kitchen appliances, new fans, and new outlets. In addition to the 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the second level, there is a large living room / dining room / kitchen combination and a large rear screened porch. The first story has a 2 car garage (one is tandem making it a 3 car garage), a bonus room with newly installed PVC walls, 1/2 bath and screened in porch. The back yard has a one of a kind, over the water screened in boat house, wood deck and fish cleaning station. This home is being sold turnket with everything included except the couch and Dining room table. Located in the charming community of Weeki Wachee, which attracts thousands of visitors each year who kayak in the crystal blue water to see manatees and visit the world famous Weeki Wachee mermaids. This home is just a short drive away from local amenities, dining options, and outdoor recreational activities. Whether you are looking for your forever home or vacation home, don't miss out on the opportunity to own this waterfront gem. Schedule a showing today!
  1. Listed by Sarah Hill • Brokerage DRE #1059513 • JT REALTY & ASSOCIATES
    P: (352)-279-0076 C: (352)-279-0076 sarah.hill.realtor@hotmail.com

Property Details for 5553 Darlene Street

Architectural Style
Elevated
Subdivision Name
WEEKI WACHEE GARDENS
Township
22S
Garage Spaces
2
View
Water
Waterfront
Yes
Water View
Canal
LISTING UPDATED: 06/09/2025 09:26 PM

Property Details for 5553 Darlene Street

StatusSold
MLS #TB8331311
Days on Market17
Taxes$7,123 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1996
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,750 SF
CountyHernando County

Location

Listing Courtesy of JT REALTY & ASSOCIATES, Sarah Hill

Sold By JT REALTY & ASSOCIATES, Amanda Crescenzo; JT REALTY & ASSOCIATES, Sarah Hill

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Building Information for 5553 Darlene Street

Stories2Year Built1996Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,750 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,652 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,058

Property Taxes

$594

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5553 Darlene Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2944.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Marina
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Directions: Head North on Shoal Line Blvd, Turn right onto Darlene St. Home will be on the left.
  • Mls Major Change Type: Sold
  • Major Change Type: Closed
  • Listing Service: Full Service
  • Senior Community: No
  • Unit Number: No
  • Street Number: 5553
  • Street Name: DARLENE
  • Street Suffix: STREET
  • State: FL
  • City: WEEKI WACHEE
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • CDD: No
  • Tax Block: 0000
  • Tax Book Number: 7-1
  • Tax Legal Description: WEEKIWACHEE GARDENS UNIT 4 LOT 40
  • Tax Lot: 40
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Lot Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Features: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, Near Marina
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 95
  • Parcel Number: R3222217396000000400
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access: River
  • Water Access: Yes
  • Water Body Name: WEEKI WACHEE RIVER
  • Water Extras: Boat Ramp - Private, No Wake Zone
  • Water Extras: Yes
  • Water: Boat Ramp - Private, No Wake Zone
  • Zoning: R1A
  • Living Area: 1296
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 95
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built Numeric: 1996
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • Homestead: No
  • New Construction: No
  • Public Survey Range: 17E
  • Public Survey Section: 32
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Courtyard, Lighting
  • Foundation Details: Stilt/On Piling
  • Levels: Two
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Screened
  • Pool Private: No
  • Pool: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Waterfront Features: Canal - Saltwater, Gulf/Ocean
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 50
  • Number Of Stories: 2
Interior Features
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry Features: Inside, Laundry Room
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Count: 3.0
  • Water View: Yes
  • Bathrooms Half: 1

Property History for 5553 Darlene Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 5, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1553784302

$627,500

+24.3% / yr

Mar 5, 2025

Sold

MFRMLS #TB8331311

$627,500—
Feb 7, 2025

Pending

MFRMLS #TB8331311

—
Jan 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #TB8331311

$669,000—
Feb 9, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1506746999

$400,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/05/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1553784302

$627,500

+24.3% / yr

03/05/2025

Sold

MFRMLS #TB8331311

$627,500
02/07/2025

Pending

MFRMLS #TB8331311

—
01/21/2025

Listed (Active)

MFRMLS #TB8331311

$669,000
02/09/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1506746999

$400,000

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Public Records for 5553 Darlene Street

Taxable ValueLand$188,338Additions$282,285Total$470,623
Tax Record2025$6,718 ($560 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,296 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,296 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,356 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1996Year Renovated2003CountyHERNANDOAPNR32-222-17-3960-0000-0400

Schools near 5553 Darlene Street

This home is within Hernando.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Westside Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Fox Chapel Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Weeki Wachee High School
Public - 9 to 12
GULF COAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-4522
Charter - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Westside Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Fox Chapel Middle School
Public6 to 8

Weeki Wachee High School
Public9 to 12

GULF COAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL-4522
CharterK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of JT REALTY & ASSOCIATES, Sarah Hill

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