353 Palo Verde Dr., Leesburg, FL 34748

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.