428 PALO VERDE DRIVE
LEESBURG, FL 34748
About this home
Enjoy the best of Florida living in this inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bath home situated in the sought-after 55+ gated community of Hawthorne at Leesburg. Well cared for and thoughtfully updated, this home features new double-pane insulated windows, a recently seal-coated roof, and new vinyl plank flooring throughout much of the interior. The spacious primary suite provides plenty of room to relax and includes a private en suite bathroom with a tiled step-in shower. A generous Florida Room extends the living space and creates the perfect spot for morning coffee, visiting with friends, or simply enjoying the laid-back Florida lifestyle. Life in Hawthorne is designed to be both active and carefree. The $397 monthly maintenance fee includes water, sewer, lawn care, emergency services, and access to an impressive array of community amenities, along with secure RV and boat storage. At the heart of the community is a spacious clubhouse where residents can gather, socialize, and enjoy more than 100 organized activities. Amenities include a hospitality lounge, card rooms, billiards, fitness center, library, and fine arts studio, with a program coordinator helping keep the calendar filled with activities and events. Boating enthusiasts will appreciate the private marina with more than 120 boat slips and access to the Harris Chain of Lakes. The community also offers scenic walking paths, beautiful lake surroundings, fishing opportunities, swimming, and plenty of recreational activities. Golf-cart-friendly streets make getting around the community—and reaching nearby shopping, restaurants, and medical services—easy and convenient. Peace of mind is another part of the Hawthorne lifestyle, with a 24/7 on-site team of state-certified firefighter/EMTs, emergency vehicles, and in-home emergency response buttons. Whether you're looking for a full-time Florida residence or a comfortable seasonal getaway, this home offers the opportunity to enjoy a welcoming community, wonderful amenities, and a relaxed maintenance-free lifestyle. Come see what makes Hawthorne at Leesburg such a special place to call home!
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Living area
- 864 sqft
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Flooring
- Luxury Vinyl, Vinyl
- Features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood…
Exterior & lot
- Lot size
- 4,533 sqft (0.1 ac)
- Roof
- Metal
- Construction
- Metal Siding, Frame
- Exterior
- Awning(s), Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Storage
Parking
- Carport
- 1 space
Financial
- HOA dues
- $397 / monthly
- Annual tax
- $893 (2025)
- Price / sqft
- $104/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
- 1974
- Subdivision
- HAWTHORNE AT LEESBURG A COOP
- County
- Lake
Listing
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- Today
- MLS #
- MFR802857714
- 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
Based on 17 comparable sales within 4 miles of LEESBURG, FL, this home is priced under RENA ValiQ.
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Estimate your monthly cost
PITI + HOA- Principal & interest
- $479/mo
- Property tax
- $75/mo
- Home insurance
- $200/mo
- HOA dues
- $397/mo
Tax, insurance and HOA are editable estimates with Florida-typical defaults — Florida homeowners insurance in particular varies widely by location and elevation. Confirm exact figures with a lender and insurer.
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Price history
From the property’s MLS record.
| Date | Event | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | Listed | $90,000 | — |
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Location
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