$425,000
299 Riley Lake Drive
Hawthorne, FL 32640
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Day on market
Flood zone
About this home
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome home to your architecturally distinct lakefront retreat on Riley Lake. Escape to your own peaceful, secluded setting where everyday living feels like a getaway. This custom 2BR/2.5BA home sits on ¾ of an acre of private, lush grounds with mature landscaping including orange, lime, Meyer lemon, and grapefruit trees, along with Japanese maple, azaleas, butterfly bushes, and a striking bottlebrush tree. Designed in two thoughtfully connected phases, the home is joined by a bright sunroom ideal as additional living space, reading lounge, or future hot tub area. Soaring ceilings and abundant natural light fill the great room, highlighted by a central cupola with clerestory windows, where a gas fireplace and custom built-ins anchor the open layout flowing seamlessly into the kitchen and dining area with stunning lake views. Numerous French doors lead to a screened porch and spacious composite deck, creating effortless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining. Both bedrooms are oversized, including a flexible guest room/office with a Murphy bed, while the primary suite offers beautiful lake views, a walk-in closet, built-ins, fireplace, and private outdoor shower. The remodeled kitchen features granite countertops, wood cabinetry, and excellent flow for gatherings. A new well pump, two tankless water heaters (approx. 2 years old), two HVAC systems, whole-home generator, and durable metal roof add to the home’s appeal. Outdoor amenities include a fully equipped summer kitchen (grill, fridge, sink), half bath, two oversized storage buildings, water treatment system, and fenced dog run. Enjoy ~120 feet of private waterfront with your own dock on spring-fed Riley Lake—one of two multi-purpose lakes (with neighboring Star Lake) ideal for swimming, boating, and fishing—with optional Star Lake access for just $50/year. Perfect as a full-time residence or weekend lake house retreat, this rare waterfront property offers privacy, flexibility, and the kind of serene Florida lakefront living that’s hard to find, all just minutes from Gainesville and Ocala.
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history1 days on market
- Status: ActiveApr 2, 2026
- Listed$425,000Apr 2, 2026
- Price increased$425,000
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Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 1
- Subdivision
- Star Lake Forest
- County
- Putnam
- Year built
- 1994
- Living area
- 1,987 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $214
- Building area
- 2,459 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 33,541 sq ft
- Lot category
- 1/2 to less than 1
- Flood zone
- X
- Annual taxes
- $5,841 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 19-11-23-8802-0000-0340
- Zoning
- R-2HA
- MLS #
- GC538917
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 1
- Flooring
- Carpet, Tile
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Purifier
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- North
- Fireplace
- Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Parking features
- None, Other
HOA & Financial
- HOA fee
- $50 / Annually
- Monthly HOA
- $4/mo
- Total monthly fees
- $4/mo
- Total annual fees
- $50
- HOA name
- Star Lake Forest
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- No Minimum
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- No
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Dog Run, French Doors, Outdoor Shower, Private Mailbox, Private Yard
- Construction materials
- HardiPlank Type
- Roof
- Metal
- Foundation
- Slab
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Unimproved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Water source
- Well
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Propane
Community
- Pets allowed
- Yes
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | First | |
| Living Room | First |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-04-02
- On market date
- 2026-04-02
- Original list price
- $425,000
- Occupant type
- Owner
- MLS area
- 32640 - Hawthorne
- Listing AOR
- Gainesville-Alachua
- Status changed
- 2026-04-02
- Tax legal description
- STAR LAKE FOREST UNIT 3 MB6 P6 LOT 34 (MAP SHEET 19E)
Flood risk
Minimal-risk area outside the mapped floodplain. Flood insurance is optional and typically low-cost.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
From SR 20 and US HWY 301 in Hawthorne, turn left on SE 75th Ave/Holden Park Road. Turn right on Star Lake Road. Turn left on Star Lake Drive. Follow all the way around the lake. Road becomes Riley Lake drive to house on right.
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