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26939 Forest Hills St Leesburg, FL 34748
$290,000 List price
$3,444
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
2,285 sqft
0.2 acres
$127 / sqft
House
Property details
About 26939 Forest Hills St
Gated Community! Don't miss this opportunity to own a Home in The Highlands with over 2200 sq ft. Discover this stunning block home with Volume Ceilings in The Highlands, packed with updates and ready for you! Key features include a new roof, vinyl flooring, and a spacious enclosed lanai with sliding windows, perfect for enjoying the Florida lifestyle. Recent upgrades ensure peace of mind, with windows installed in 2019, gutters added in 2018, a new sprinkler system in 2024, a hot water heater updated in 2024, and an HVAC system replaced in 2016. Nestled on a large private yard, this home offers both comfort and charm. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity in Leesburg, FL! ***A bit about the community - Highland Lakes is a gated 55+ community situated in Central Florida just 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 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 fishing! Plus The RV Parking Facility provides over 260 spaces to park all types of RV’s and boats. Seventeen of the spaces are covered with an aluminum roof. If space is available, residents are also allowed to store utility trailers and passenger vehicles. Make your appointment to see this home today!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,285 sqft
Lot size0.2 Acres
Year built1999
MLS #G5089879
Attached garage2 spaces
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Summary
- MLS Number: G5089879
- MLS Name: MFRMLS
- Office Name: LPT REALTY
- Office Phone: (877) 366-2213
- Listing Agent: Lizzy Bell
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2017 | Home Sold | $172,000 |
| Nov 22, 2000 | Home Sold | $144,000 |
| Feb 04, 1997 | Home Sold | $17,300 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $165,730 | $1,883 |
| 2022 | $160,910 | $1,693 |
| 2021 | $156,231 | $1,693 |
| 2020 | $154,074 | $1,620 |
| 2019 | $150,610 | $1,667 |
| 2018 | $147,802 | $1,589 |
| 2017 | $141,063 | $1,856 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Leesburg Elementary School
Public District PK-5
5.3 mi
•2229 South St
3
Beverly Shores Elementary School
Public District PK-5
6.6 mi
•1108 Griffin Rd
5
Astatula Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
7.6 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. Residents of Leesburg, FL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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 26939 Forest Hills St
This home is located at 26939 Forest Hills St in Leesburg, FL and zip code 34748 in the Highland Lakes neighborhood. This 2,285 square foot home, which was built in 1999, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 29, 2024 and is currently priced at $290,000.
In December 2024, from all listings sold in Leesburg, FL there were more than 9 sold above asking price, over 48 sold below and more than 13 were sold right at the asked price. In December 2024 in Leesburg, FL there were 2.2% more homes for sale than in November. In December 2024 median list price was $299,960 and the average listing age was 64 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.