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#G5097058, Craig Yox, Listing Office: ERA GRIZZARD REAL ESTATE
$274,900 List price
26823 Forest Hills St Leesburg, FL 34788
$3,264
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2 beds
2 full
1,380 sqft
0.2 acres
$199 / sqft
House
Property details
About 26823 Forest Hills St
This well cared for home has an open floor plan you always search for at an affordable price. Cabinet doors have been updated in 2020. with vaulted ceilings & an open floor plan has been updated with new kitchen cabinet doors in 2020 with soft close drawers. A brand-new gas stove has been installed in 2024; a new water heater was installed and a new AC in 2022. Including appliances with Whirlpool fridge and Bush dishwasher. Look at the new laminate flooring, 5 1/2-inch baseboards, 2 1/2-inch wood-look blinds, Plantation Shutters, custom Cornices/window treatments, Glass Block windows, screen enclosed front entry patio, Solar Tubes in kitchen and living room, inside laundry room including washer & dryer by Maytag. The Florida Room Comes complete with its own heating and cooling unit and complete with hospital grade shades. Pocket sliding glass doors. The outdoor screen enclosed patio will inspire you to reflect on the new activities you will want to accomplish. Gas. Roof is being replaced in 2025 and will come with a warranty. Oversized garage has plenty of storage & new door insulation (2022). The back yard will give privacy and yet keep the maintenance to its minimum. You will find everything handy around the house to properly keep up with your new home. Highland Lakes is a gated 55+ community located off Highway 27 South of Leesburg & offers residents the following amenities: Recreational Clubhouse with two swimming pools; indoor (heated) & outdoor, a softball field, an indoor arena with a stage for community events, kitchen, billiard/ping pong rm., 6 tennis courts (2 courts are lighted & 4 courts have a cushion surface), 8 lighted shuffle board courts, bocce ball courts, pickleball, 7 horseshoe pits, covered picnic pavilion with picnic tables & grills to barbeque, library, meeting/card room, exercise room/fitness, craft room, golf driving range, RV/boat storage is also included & has 260 spaces on a secured lot (fenced & lockable), a Craftsmen building/woodworking shop (homeowners can join the club for only $12 annually and use any/all tools available), there's also a Nature Trail within the community & seven lakes scattered throughout Highland Lakes; 4 are used by residents for catch & release (fishing)!!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,380 sqft
Lot size0.18 Acres
Year built1997
ParkingGarage Door Opener, Ground Level, Open
MLS #G5094946
Attached garage2 spaces
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl
- Interior: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Garage Door Opener, Ground Level, Open
- Exterior: Awning(s), Sidewalk
- Heating: Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $274,900
- Price/SqFt: $199
- HOA Amount: $125 Monthly
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,170
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Driving south on 44 from Leesburg, make a left onto Highland Lakes Blvd. Stay on Highland lakes and make a left onto Forest Hills St. The house is on your left.
- Year Built: 1997
- Living Area: 1,380 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
- MLS Number: G5094946
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: OLYMPUS EXECUTIVE REALTY INC
- Office Phone: (407) 469-0090
- Listing Agent: Josh Duclos
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 03, 2023 | Home Sold | $260,000 |
| Sep 20, 2010 | Home Sold | $120,000 |
| Nov 23, 1999 | Home Sold | $91,100 |
| Mar 25, 1997 | Home Sold | $16,800 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $107,720 | $1,170 |
| 2022 | $104,590 | $977 |
| 2021 | $101,548 | $977 |
| 2020 | $100,146 | $931 |
| 2019 | $97,895 | $969 |
| 2018 | $96,070 | $912 |
| 2017 | $94,095 | $864 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Leesburg Elementary School
Public District PK-5
5.4 mi
•2229 South St
3
Beverly Shores Elementary School
Public District PK-5
6.7 mi
•1108 Griffin Rd
5
Astatula Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
7.7 mi
•13925 Florida Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $64,195. The most common annual income of people living in Leesburg, FL is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
22%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
6%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
33%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
58%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
5%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
6%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
46%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
PGA/LPGA
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Dick's Sporting Goods
Kmart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Arbys
Jimmy Johns
What do the neighbors drive?
Lincoln
Buick
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
Adult Standards- Adult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 26823 Forest Hills St
The listing price of 26823 Forest Hills St property is $274,900.
The property 26823 Forest Hills St is a house located in Leesburg, Florida, 34788.
Active Listing: 26823 Forest Hills St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 26823 Forest Hills St are: Leesburg Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Beverly Shores Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Astatula Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Oak Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Carver Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Tavares Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Leesburg High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Tavares High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), South Lake High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,170 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 3, 2023 for $260,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 26823 Forest Hills St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 26823 Forest Hills St is 1,380 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 26823 Forest Hills St is 1997.
This home is located at 26823 Forest Hills St in Leesburg, FL and zip code 34748 in the Highland Lakes neighborhood. This 1,380 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $274,900.
In May 2025 more than 9 listings in Leesburg, FL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 22 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 60 were sold below. Between April and May 2025, Leesburg, FL real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 4.5%. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 75 days, the median list price was $297,005.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.