512 PALO VERDE DRIVE, LEESBURG, FL, 34748
Active9 days on marketListed Oct 4, 2026MLS #G5118634
About this home
512 PALO VERDE DRIVE
Virtually Staged. Enjoy the best of Florida living in this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home located in the highly desirable 55+ community of Hawthorne at Leesburg! Offering resort-style amenities, a convenient Central Florida location, and a low-maintenance lifestyle, this home is an excellent opportunity for full-time residents or those seeking the perfect seasonal retreat. Ideally situated between The Villages and Orlando, you’ll enjoy easy access to shopping, restaurants, entertainment, medical facilities, and the Florida Turnpike. Inside, the home features a bright and functional kitchen with ample cabinet storage, an adjoining dining area, and a spacious living room that opens to an enclosed Florida Room. This additional living space is perfect for enjoying your morning coffee, relaxing with a good book, or entertaining friends and family year-round. The home offers two primary bedroom suites, each with its own full bathroom, providing comfort, privacy, and flexibility for visiting guests. Outside, the covered carport provides convenient sheltered parking, while the attached storage shed offers additional space for tools, seasonal décor, and other belongings. Hawthorne at Leesburg offers an exceptional resort-style lifestyle with an impressive array of amenities! Residents can enjoy a clubhouse, fitness center, sauna, tennis courts, pickleball, shuffleboard, bocce ball, card rooms, a softball field, and an 18-hole grass putting course. For boating and outdoor enthusiasts, the community also offers access to the Lake Harris Chain of Lakes, featuring boat slips and a private boat launch, along with boat and RV storage. Enjoy boating, fishing, water sports, and a variety of outdoor recreational activities, all adding to the appeal of this vibrant community. An active social calendar, clubs, and community events provide plenty of opportunities to meet neighbors and make lasting friendships. Whether you’re looking for a full-time Florida home, a seasonal escape from colder weather, or a place to enjoy an active and social retirement lifestyle, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the Florida lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,110
Sqft
0.11 ac
Lot size
1978
Year built
One
Levels
$71
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.
$1,206 /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:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$1,206/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
−24.4%
$/sqft vs Leesburg actives
$71 vs $167
Days on market
9 vs 84 typical
Where $71/sqft sits among the 400 Leesburg 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 Leesburg
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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LEESBURG 34748 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
45,960
Median age
60.4
Median income
$53,768
Median home value
$226,200
Avg household
2.14
Households w/ children
3,516
For the school run
Lake County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Leesburg market
$269K → $290K
Leesburg median sold, yr/yr
96.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
237 of 400
Leesburg actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Leesburg, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 71% below the LEESBURG 34748 median. See the full Leesburg market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 512 PALO VERDE DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Oct ’26$124,000
186 HIBISCUS WAY · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,232 sqft · $101/sqft · 10 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$210,000
26812 RACQUET CIRCLE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,294 sqft · $162/sqft · 75 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$233,000
27107 RACQUET CIRCLE
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,474 sqft · $158/sqft · 135 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
Iain Robinson
Broker Associate · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 512 PALO VERDE DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 512 PALO VERDE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
512 PALO VERDE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 512 PALO VERDE DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $1,206/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $397/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 512 PALO VERDE DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $397 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 512 PALO VERDE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,788. 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 512 PALO VERDE DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: No. 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 Leesburg?+
At $79,000, this home is listed about 73% below the Leesburg median of $289,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 512 PALO VERDE DRIVE?+
Oak Park Middle School (middle), Leesburg Elementary School (elementary), Leesburg High School (high) — Lake County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS ELITE PARTNERS III REALTY · Angela Gann. MLS #G5118634.
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