Real Estate Investing in Hawthorne, Florida

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 10,780 • Putnam County

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Should you buy in Hawthorne, FL? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (57/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • High vacancy: 18.7% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

3.5% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $232,207
Avg Monthly Rent $1,287
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Hawthorne Real Estate

Hawthorne in Florida is one of the markets where the numbers warn before they reward — 1 ZIPs, a sizable population, and a rating that reflects material risk.

Investors considering Hawthorne, FL should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

The $1,287/mo / $232K relationship in Hawthorne looks soft once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. trends toward the realized yield tends to disappoint.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Hawthorne a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$232,207
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,287
1% Rule
✗ Below
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📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Palatka, FL metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
3/3
80%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Palatka, FL metro
0
Days to pending
7.0%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Hawthorne, FL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hawthorne, FL

How quickly do rentals get leased in Hawthorne, FL?

Hawthorne, FL carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect steady absorption at market rents of $1,287/mo.

How qualified is the tenant pool in Hawthorne, FL?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Hawthorne, FL. The rental market absorbs $1,287/mo rents without meaningful friction.

What approach is best for Hawthorne, FL real estate?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Hawthorne, FL. The numbers - $232K homes against $1,287/mo rents - support that play.

Is Hawthorne, FL a good market for FHA house hackers?

Hawthorne, FL is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $232K price point reasonable to enter.

What is the median home value in Hawthorne, FL?

Expect median prices around $232K in Hawthorne, FL. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been measured.

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