***MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. HIGHEST AND BEST DUE:02/15/2026 6:00 P.M. ET. ONLY OFFERS WITH 0 DAY INSPECTION (INSPECT BEFORE YOU OFFER) WITH A MINIMUM OF NON-REFUNDABLE $3000 EMD WILL BE CONSIDERED. NO CREATIVE FINANCING! Investor & Handyman Opportunity in Prime Clearwater Location! NEEDS TLC. Welcome to 2314 Hawthorne Drive, Clearwater, FL 33763—a solid 1977 concrete block home with great bones, endless potential, and a location that truly elevates the opportunity. Situated on a .20-acre lot in Flood Zone X (NO flood insurance required), this property offers 2,662 gross sq ft with approximately 2,600 sq ft under air and is currently configured as a 4 bedroom, 3 bath home, including a converted 24’ x 20’ garage bedroom with its own en-suite bath and optional separate entrance, ideal for an in-law suite or future rental setup. The home features 9-foot ceilings, a very open kitchen concept flowing into the dinette and family room, and an extended enclosed Florida room/lanai spanning approximately 50 feet, offering flexible living or entertaining space. A large family room with French doors, two exterior doors leading to the backyard, oversized built-in closets, marble windowsills, some updated windows, updated electrical, and a commercial fire alarm system further add to the home’s unique appeal. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced white vinyl PVC yard with double gate, fruit trees, and a massive backyard with ample room to add a pool or create your dream outdoor retreat. The 3.5-ton Rheem A/C (2017) provides peace of mind, and the laundry room includes a mop sink for added functionality. Optional HOA is only $60 per year. This is a non-evacuation zone, perfect for nature lovers with the nearby Gladys E. Douglas Preserve offering 44 acres of protected land, hiking trails, and an 80-acre lake. Located next to Woodgate Park, featuring pickleball and tennis courts, basketball courts, playgrounds, picnic pavilions, walking trails, and open green space—ideal for an active lifestyle. The location is PRIME—minutes from Clearwater’s world-famous beaches consistently ranked among the best in the U.S., close to shopping, dining, Countryside Mall, Coachman Park, downtown Dunedin, Safety Harbor, top medical facilities, and cultural attractions like Ruth Eckerd Hall, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, and Pier 60’s iconic sunsets. Centrally positioned near major highways for easy access to Tampa International Airport, downtown Tampa, and St. Petersburg. Yes, this home needs TLC, but the upside is undeniable. Whether you’re an investor, handyman, or buyer looking to create a forever home, this is a rare chance to customize and add value in one of Florida’s most desirable cities. Opportunity awaits—bring your vision and create your own piece of Clearwater paradise.