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.
For sale
$425,000
299 Riley Lake Dr, Hawthorne, FL 32640
2beds
1,987sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1994
0.77 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$4/mo HOA
What's special
Stunning lake viewsTwo oversized storage buildingsFenced dog run
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 03, 2026 at 08:42am
Listing Provided by:
Adam Gurske, PA 352-238-1179,
MATCHMAKER REALTY OF ALACHUA COUNTY 352-372-3930
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC538917
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Purifier
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Doors: French Doors, Outdoor Shower
- Windows: Blinds, Skylight(s)
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,459
- Total interior livable area: 1,987 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, Other
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Dog Run, Outdoor Shower, Private Mailbox, Private Yard
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Privileges
- Body of water: RILEY LAKE
Lot
- Size: 0.77 Acres
- Residential vegetation: Fruit Trees, Mature Landscaping
Details
- Additional structures: Outdoor Kitchen, Shed(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 191123880200000340
- Zoning: R-2HA
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Community Boat Ramp, Water Access, Deed Restrictions
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: STAR LAKE FOREST
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Other
- HOA fee: $4 monthly
- HOA name: Star Lake Forest
Location
- Region: Hawthorne
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $214/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $388,032
- Annual tax amount: $5,840
- Date on market: 4/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $425,000+30.8%$214/sqft |
Source:  Stellar MLS #GC538917 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2024 | Listing removed | $325,000-2.4%$164/sqft |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC448189 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Stellar MLS #GC448189 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2021 | Sold | $333,000+2.5%$168/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2021 | Pending sale | $325,000$164/sqft |
Source:  GACAR #448189 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2021 | Listed for sale | $325,000$164/sqft |
Source: GACAR #448189 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,909 +2.2% | $388,032 +2.5% |
| 2023 | $5,781 +5.1% | $378,412 +16% |
| 2022 | $5,503 +68.3% | $326,292 +16.5% |
| 2021 | $3,270 -2.2% | $280,152 +6.4% |
| 2020 | $3,342 +2.9% | $263,322 +13.7% |
| 2018 | $3,249 | $231,562 +11.7% |
| 2017 | $3,249 -0.4% | $207,260 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $3,261 +3.9% | $203,000 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $3,139 -2.2% | $201,597 -1% |
| 2014 | $3,211 | $203,582 -0.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $203,761 -0.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $204,052 -5.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $216,449 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $226,452 +2.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $220,499 +0.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $220,279 -22.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $283,083 +169.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $105,174 +16.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $90,143 +6.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $84,881 +0.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $84,095 +2.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $82,298 +6.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $77,104 |
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Est. payment
$2,677/mo
Principal & interest
$2067
Property taxes
$606
HOA Fees
$4
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Neighborhood: 32640
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- 3/10Ochwilla Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 7.6 mi
- 3/10Interlachen High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 11.9 mi
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