826 W COCKATIEL LOOP, HERNANDO, FL, 34442
Active59 days on marketListed May 22, 2026MLS #OM725250
About this home
826 W COCKATIEL LOOP
Carefree living at its finest! This two-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-car garage home in an ideal location is waiting for you. Vaulted ceilings create a beautifully well-lit living area, complemented by pocket sliders that open to the lanai. The kitchen and breakfast nook offer ample light and space. The master suite also has its own lanai access. The northern rear exposure stays shaded year-round, overlooking a DRA and rows of planted pine trees. Built in 1998 by Citrus Hills Construction, this home has been meticulously cared for and is ready for its second owner. The features don’t stop at the property line. This home offers complete carefree living: your roof, exterior paint, lawn service and landscaping, irrigation, pest control, cable, internet, private roads, and a clubhouse with a pool are all included for $320/month. Still want more from a single property? The adventure continues beyond the Forest Ridge Village HOA! This property includes the Citrus Hills Social Membership, giving you access to all Citrus Hills, Davis Reserve, and Terra Vista amenities: multiple golf courses, fitness centers, access to the Bella Vita luxury spa, the Citrus Hills Tiki, Skyview restaurant, and more. Centrally located within Citrus County, you’ll be across the street from Forest Ridge Elementary School, less than 1 mile from a Publix shopping center, and less than 5 miles from The Shoppes of Black Diamond, Walmart, Target, multiple grocery stores, banks, restaurants, parks, and the Suncoast Parkway for direct access to Tampa International Airport.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,197
Sqft
0.12 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1998
Year built
One
Levels
$188
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 and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$2,129 /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
$2,129/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.
vs edgeAI estimate
+9.9%
$/sqft vs Hernando actives
$188 vs $197
Days on market
59 vs 37 typical
Where $188/sqft sits among the 101 Hernando actives
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 Hernando
Drive times from this address
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HERNANDO 34442 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
16,356
Median age
65.7
Median income
$55,473
Median home value
$295,900
Avg household
2.03
Households w/ children
868
For the school run
Citrus County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Hernando market
$330K → $303K
Hernando median sold, yr/yr
95.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
51 of 101
Hernando actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Hernando, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 20% below the HERNANDO 34442 median. See the full Hernando market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 826 W COCKATIEL LOOP
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$225,000
876 W COCKATIEL LOOP · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,212 sqft · $186/sqft · 32 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$180,000
1598 W SPRING MEADOW LOOP
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,359 sqft · $132/sqft · 5 DOM
Sold · Dec ’25$256,150
780 W SKYVIEW CROSSING DRIVE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,513 sqft · $169/sqft · 308 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
Kat Bonelli
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 826 W COCKATIEL LOOP — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 826 W COCKATIEL LOOP — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
826 W COCKATIEL LOOP FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 826 W COCKATIEL LOOP?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,129/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $323/mo association fee 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.
How much are the HOA fees at 826 W COCKATIEL LOOP?+
The association fee works out to $323 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 826 W COCKATIEL LOOP?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,674. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 826 W COCKATIEL LOOP?+
The listing reports pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Hernando?+
At $224,900, this home is listed about 40% below the Hernando median of $372,500. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 826 W COCKATIEL LOOP?+
Forest Ridge Elementary School (elementary), Lecanto Middle School (middle), Lecanto High School (high) — Citrus County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of REALTRUST REALTY LLC · Joseph Estrada. MLS #OM725250.
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