353 PALO VERDE DR, Leesburg, FL 34748

About This Property

Charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home in the desirable Palo Verde area offering great curb appeal and excellent potential. Whether you’re looking for a winter retreat, an affordable full-time residence, or an investment opportunity, this home checks the boxes. A spacious 12’ x 38’ carport and 11’ x 49’ concrete slab provide ample parking and outdoor space. A wheelchair-accessible ramp leads into the inviting Florida room, creating a welcoming entry and additional living area. The exterior features low-maintenance vinyl siding, awnings, and a screen-enclosed back porch, perfect for enjoying Florida’s year-round sunshine. Major improvements include a 2008 single-ply roof-over, 3-ton HVAC system (2025), updated main electrical panel (2001), and 30-gallon water heater (1991). Inside, the home offers a comfortable layout with ceiling fans and a mix of laminate, linoleum, carpet, and tile flooring. The dining area features built-in cabinetry, and the fully equipped kitchen includes Formica countertops and generous cabinet space. The spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet and private bath with walk-in shower. The guest bathroom also provides convenient access to a walk-in shower. Both bedrooms include emergency exit doors for added safety. While the home would benefit from some cosmetic updates and TLC, it presents a fantastic opportunity to customize to your taste and add value. This property is ideal for buyers seeking affordability, flexibility, and potential in a well-established community...........Hawthorne at Leesburg is an active, resident owned, 55+ cooperative, waterfront, gated community, with beautifully landscaped grounds, lakes with illuminated fountains and a relaxing and comfortable gazebo. The affordable monthly maintenance fee of $397 includes water, sewer, lawn mowing, private emergency services and storage space for recreational vehicles, boats, trailers and much more! The beautiful clubhouse is complete with a full-time program coordinator, more than 100 different activities and seating for 550. It has a hospitality lounge, card rooms, craft rooms, billiard room, fitness center, library, fine arts room and many more. There is excellent fishing, outdoor geo-thermally heated pool and two enclosed therapeutic pools. Hawthorne boasts a private marina monitored by an electronic security system with over 120 boat slips and access to the Harris Chain of Lakes and beyond.

Property Details

Listed by HAWTHORNE RESIDENTS COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION INC. · MLS# G5108703