Active$90,000
428 PALO VERDE DRIVE
LEESBURG, FL 34748
2 beds2 baths864 sqft
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Active · Single Family
144 PALO VERDE DRIVE
LEESBURG, FL 34748
Beds
2 beds
Baths
2 baths
Area
1,408 sqft
Single FamilyBuilt 19756,963 sqft lotCentralCentral Air$84.5/sqft11 days on market
About this home
River Views, Space & Endless Potential! Bring your vision and make this river-view home your own! This furnished fixer-upper offers plenty of potential, unique features, and a gorgeous view of the Palatlakaha River from both the primary bedroom and the spacious Florida room, which is under heat and air. Inside, you’ll find a spacious primary suite with a large bathroom featuring double sinks, a garden tub, and a separate shower. Just off the kitchen is a convenient wet bar, perfect for entertaining or enjoying a relaxing evening at home. The separate laundry room includes a clever secret door leading directly into the primary bedroom closet. Two separate entrances provide added convenience and flexibility. Outside, you’ll find a large carport and an oversized workshop/storage room with plenty of space for hobbies, projects, or additional storage. A golf cart is included with the sale, making it easy to enjoy all that the community has to offer. The flooring was replaced approximately two years ago. The home has two A/C units, although one is currently not working. With its beautiful river views, spacious layout, generous storage, and unique features, this home is ready for someone with a vision to bring it back to life and make it their own! Hawthorne at Leesburg is a vibrant 55+ community that blends comfort, convenience, and affordability. For just $397 a month, residents enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle that includes water, sewer, lawn care, emergency services, and access to a wealth of resort-style amenities plus secure RV and boat storage. The expansive clubhouse is the social hub of the community, offering over 100 organized activities, a welcoming lounge, card rooms, billiards, a fitness center, a library, and a fine arts studio. A dedicated program coordinator ensures there’s always something fun and engaging on the calendar. For those who love the water, the private marina offers more than 120 boat slips with direct access to the beautiful Harris Chain of Lakes. Safety and peace of mind come standard, thanks to a 24/7 on-site team of state-certified firefighter/EMTs, emergency vehicles, and in-home emergency response buttons. Surrounded by natural beauty, the community features scenic walking trails, serene lake views, and plenty of opportunities for fishing and boating. The golf cart-friendly streets make it easy to explore nearby shopping, dining, and medical facilities. With a sparkling pool, endless recreational options, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, Hawthorne at Leesburg isn’t just a place to live it’s a lifestyle. Schedule your showing today and discover the perfect blend of comfort, community, and convenience.
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Living area
- 1,408 sqft
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate
- Features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar…
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range…
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 6,963 sqft (0.16 ac)
- Roof
- Metal
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Exterior
- Awning(s), Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Storage
Parking
- Carport
- 2 spaces
Financial
- HOA dues
- $397 / monthly
- Annual tax
- $1,358 (2025)
- Price / sqft
- $84.5/sqft
Utilities
- Water
- Private
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Utilities
- Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Available…
Property
- Property type
- Single Family
- Year built
- 1975
- Subdivision
- HAWTHORNE AT LEESBURG A COOP
- County
- Lake
Listing
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- Today
- MLS #
- MFR802117522
- Source
- Stellar MLS
Listed by Dee Brown · BLACK TIE REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS, INC.
Listing data provided by Stellar MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Sample estimate — not an appraisal
$123k
+3.6% vs asking
$116k low$130k high
Based on 27 comparable sales within 2 miles of LEESBURG, FL, this home is priced under RENA ValiQ.
Reference only. Estimates blend public sale comps, neighbourhood trend and the listing’s own metrics. Final price moves on diligence, terms and timing — RENA is your second read, not your agent.
Estimate your monthly cost
PITI + HOAEstimated monthly payment$1,112/mo
- Principal & interest
- $602/mo
- Property tax
- $113/mo
- Home insurance
- $0/mo
- HOA dues
- $397/mo
Opens at 20% down over 30 years at 6.5%, the same assumptions as the answers below. Property tax is this listing's own bill; insurance is left out until you enter a quote, because Florida premiums turn on roof age, elevation and carrier. Every field is editable.
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Price history
From the property’s MLS record.
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2026 | Listed | $119,000 | — |
NeighbourhoodSample data
Reference scores for LEESBURG, FL. Schools, mobility and amenities feed live data once the dedicated provider connection lands.
Walk Score
61/ 100
Somewhat walkable
Transit Score
79/ 100
Excellent transit
Bike Score
65/ 100
Bikeable
Elementary school
Not listed
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Middle school
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High school
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Location
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