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Sold·Closed Apr 10, 2026·1 day on market
226 W Lake Drive
Hawthorne, FL 32640
About this home
Hawthorne
Discover your own private lakeside retreat on West Lake in Hawthorne, Florida. Nestled on 4.48 acres, this peaceful property offers the perfect blend of seclusion, nature, and waterfront living. Enjoy quiet mornings, abundant wildlife, and a lake ideal for fishing right in your backyard. The home is ready for your personal touch - bring your vision and transform this hidden gem into something truly special. Just 20 minutes away, you'll find the charm of Melrose - a beloved lakeside community known for its preserved historic character. Spend your weekends exploring local art walks, dining at cozy, locally-owned restaurants, and taking in the area's scenic beauty. Conveniently located 35 minutes from Palatka and 30 minutes to Gainesville, you'll enjoy the privacy of a wooded retreat while still being within easy reach of shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. Opportunities like this don't come around often - secure your slice of lakefront paradise today.
Cost to own
True monthly cost
What this home actually costs per month at the asking price — not just the mortgage.
- • Homeowners insurance is on top — in Florida it varies widely with roof age and wind/flood zone (see the Reality Check below). Budget it before you offer.
- • In CDD communities (Nocatee, eTown, Seven Pines…), bond assessments are collected on the property-tax bill, and the amount varies home to home — a prior owner may have prepaid the bond — so we confirm this home’s exact line rather than trust a community average.
- • Taxes are estimated at YOUR purchase price — Florida assessments reset on sale, so the seller’s current bill is usually lower than yours will be (that applies to the reference bill above too).
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Around this address
Nearby, from public data
The closest public beach, park, water access and league fields from this home's location.
Closest park or preserve
Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Parkabout 16 mi · 13 mi of trails
Closest public boat ramp
Camp Blanding FMA – Magnolia Lake Boat Ramp (Saturday & Sunday Mornings Only)about 14 mi · Magnolia Lake
Closest kayak & paddleboard launch
Mike Roess Goldhead Brach State Park Canoe Beach (Long Portage)about 14 mi · Little Lake Johnson
Not from the MLS. Places from FWC, FDEP, the water districts, the counties and the cities; distances are straight-line from this home unless a drive time is shown. Fees, hours and access change, so check the agency’s page before you go.
Cost to own
Taxes & assessment
2025 property taxes (current owner): $1,292/yr
Florida’s Save Our Homes cap limits how fast the current owner’s assessment can rise — and it resets when a home sells, so a buyer’s tax bill is typically based on the purchase price, not the seller’s bill above. Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll, NEFMLS.
Closed sales
What sold nearby
Closed sales within about two miles in the last 18 months, same property type, similar size. Closed prices from the MLS, not estimates. Their median is $129/sq ft; this home is listed at $177/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 550 Interlachen Boulevard, Interlachen, FL 32148Listed by TEAM FLORIDA REALTY SERVICES INC | Jan 2026 | $86,000 | $112 | 2/1.5 | 768 | 73 | 2 |
| 410 Lily Trail, Interlachen, FL 32148Listed by NICOSIA REALTY INC. | May 2026 | $147,900 | $176 | 2/2 | 840 | 22 | 2.2 |
| 311 6th Way, Interlachen, FL 32148Listed by FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC | Dec 2025 | $87,000 | $129 | 2/1 | 672 | 13 | 2.4 |
| 240 Lakeview Court, Interlachen, FL 32148Listed by NICOSIA REALTY INC. | Nov 2025 | $70,000 | $104 | 2/1 | 672 | 37 | 2.4 |
| 111 Race Street, Hawthorne, FL 32640Listed by NICOSIA REALTY INC. | Nov 2025 | $115,000 | $124 | 2/2 | 924 | 1 | 2.8 |
| 255 Como Circle, Interlachen, FL 32148Listed by INTERLACHEN REALTY SERVICES, INC | Jul 2025 | $109,900 | $164 | 2/1 | 672 | 132 | 2.9 |
Sold data from the realMLS IDX feed. A closed price is what a buyer paid, not what this home is worth; Krista runs the adjustments per home.
Features
Community Information
Amenities
Interior
Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: IHEART REALTY INC
Sold by: IHEART REALTY INC (buyer's brokerage)
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided through the IDX program of realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service). © 2026 Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Krista Fracke
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