Highlands Homes with Private Yard Exterior Features

Highlands Homes with Private Yard Exterior Features

Welcome to Highlands, a charming subdivision nestled in the heart of Hudson, Florida, within the picturesque Pasco County. This vibrant community offers an exceptional blend of serene living and modern convenience, making it an ideal choice for families, retirees, and everyone in between.

Highlands boasts a variety of beautifully designed homes, each featuring private yards that provide a perfect sanctuary for relaxation and outdoor enjoyment. Imagine stepping outside into your own slice of paradise, where you can host summer barbecues, cultivate a garden, or simply unwind with a good book under the shade of a tree. The private yard exterior features not only enhance your home's aesthetic appeal but also offer a valuable space for pets and children to play freely.

The subdivision is conveniently located near local amenities, including shopping centers, parks, and dining options, ensuring that everything you need is just a stone's throw away. The nearby Gulf Coast beaches and nature preserves invite residents to explore the stunning natural beauty that Florida is renowned for.

As you stroll through the tree-lined streets of Highlands, you’ll find a welcoming community spirit that fosters connections among neighbors. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an active lifestyle, Highlands is the perfect place to call home. With its attractive homes and private outdoor spaces, this subdivision offers an unparalleled living experience in the heart of Hudson. Come discover why Highlands is not just a place to live, but a place to thrive!

Newest Highlands Homes with Private Yard Exterior Features

$485,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Highlands SubDv. ⋅ 34610 Zip Code
Sellers will contribute $10,000 toward the buyer’s closing costs/interest-rate buydown. Escape the restrictions and crowded lots of subdivision living without sacrificing modern finishes or everyday convenience. This completely renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath block home offers more than 2,000 square feet of living space on 1.92 private, flat, and usable acres. Inside, the open-concept design features a bright kitchen with quartz countertops, generous gathering spaces, and beautifully updated bathrooms with tiled showers. Crown molding, tray ceilings, and marble tile flooring add style throughout, while built-in speakers, smart light switches, and a security system provide modern convenience. Relax or entertain on the large screened porch overlooking the peaceful property. Major improvements per prior seller, all NEW in 2021: Roof, electrical system, septic system, well tank, water heater, and HVAC. A whole-house water softener was installed 2025. Zoned Agricultural-Residential with no HOA or CDD, the property provides the freedom and space to create the lifestyle you have been looking for. Bring your dogs, chickens, up to two horses, RV, boat, trailer, or recreational equipment. Plant a garden, grow your own food, enjoy the existing greenhouse and storage shed, or explore possibilities for future improvements. Enjoy peaceful country living while remaining convenient to shopping, dining, schools, medical facilities, the Suncoast Parkway, Weeki Wachee Springs, Gulf Coast beaches, and Tampa. If you have been searching for an updated home with usable acreage, privacy, and room to enjoy your hobbies, animals and outdoor lifestyle, this property is ready to welcome you home.

16700 Auburndale Lane, Spring Hill
$700,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Highlands SubDv. ⋅ 32601 Zip Code
Just listed for sale- the 1924 Haynie House is the quintessential Florida Craftsman Bungalow. This beautiful home has 3 bedrooms plus an office and 2 full bathrooms in the main house, a detached 1 bedroom/1 bathroom apartment, a 1 car garage/workshop and sits on one of the largest properties in the Duckpond. Located on the main Boulevard on the duck pond, you will love the gorgeous views of the city-maintained, park-like setting with a meandering creek as it flows into the pond. The Duckpond is an area of 900 homes in the NE Gainesville Residential District. It is walking distance to downtown Gainesville, 2.5 miles to the University of Florida, UF Health/Shands and just 10 minutes to the Gainesville airport. One of the most walkable neighborhoods in Gainesville, it is just blocks to area shops and restaurants as well as Tom Petty and Roper Parks and the Thomas Center and gardens. This beautiful home emphasizes horizontal lines, local fieldstone and building materials and maintains a strong connection to the natural Florida landscape. From the front covered entry you enter the foyer with beautiful red oak wood floors. To the left is the large Great Room with a wood-burning fireplace and French Doors to the backyard. Off the Great Room is a Florida Room with walls of windows, built-in shelves and a Murphy bed to double as a guest room. To the right of the front door is the dining room with views of the creek across the street. Off the dining room is a large pantry and utility room. Beyond the dining room is the updated and beautiful kitchen with solid cypress wood cabinets, quartz countertops, custom tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances including a gas range and microhood. The floors have newer travertine tile. Off the Kitchen is a full bathroom with updated tile, fixtures and lighting throughout. Many updates have been done to the home, including a new roof in 2026, new HVAC in 2023 and new wiring in 2008. The water supply lines are copper and the sewer has been replaced. The crawlspace has a new Dryzone dehumidification system. Upstairs is the Primary Suite with a separate office and walk-in closet. There is an updated Jack-and-Jill Bathroom with new tile, vanity and shower glass enclosure. There are two additional upstairs guest bedrooms. All the upstairs bedrooms have heart pine floors. Some windows have been replaced. The large .26-acre lot spans to the street behind the home as well. Parking can be from the front under the Port Cochere or from the rear driveway and 1 car garage. Above the garage is the detached 1-bedroom/1-bathroom apartment. The open space has a kitchen complete with updated appliances. The bedroom is separate from the living space with large windows on three sides. Downstairs is a separate washer and dryer as well as additional storage space. The garage has automatic doors on both sides. Just off the garage is a detached, separate laundry room for the main house with a ton of additional storage. The large, fenced rear yard includes a paver patio perfect for grilling. The outdoor fireplace takes center stage for entertaining family and friends. This is a rare, updated home with a great location.

720 Ne Boulevard, Gainesville
$699,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Highlands SubDv. ⋅ 32601 Zip Code
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to the historic Thomas House and Gardens, a concrete block home built in 1934 and nestled within Gainesville's beloved Duckpond Historic District. From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the timeless charm of original hardwood floors, crystal doorknobs, abundant natural light, and a stunning marble fireplace that serves as the heart of the home. Thoughtfully updated for today's lifestyle, the spacious kitchen features stone countertops, extensive cabinetry, a generous pantry, and modern conveniences without taking away from the home's historic character. The bright sunroom, complete with terracotta tile floors, provides the perfect space for reading, working, or simply enjoying views of the gardens. Beyond the interior, this over half-acre property (a rarity in the Duckpond) unfolds into a series of enchanting outdoor spaces. A private courtyard offers a peaceful retreat for morning coffee or evening gatherings, while winding garden paths lead through an English garden filled with blooming azaleas, jasmine, camellias, ferns, and agapanthus. Peak around one corner to find a charming teak gazebo with bench swings. Another turn invites you to go back to the days of lawn games and garden parties. Enjoy the gentle flurry of activity of cardinals, blue jays, and woodpeckers, in a setting that feels worlds away from the city while remaining just a 10 minute walk to downtown Gainesville with its restaurants, Hippodrome Theatre and booming nightlife. The Thomas House seamlessly blends historic elegance with modern comfort. Significant updates include a stunning chef’s kitchen, a newer roof (2022), and updated bathrooms. The Thomas House is more than a home, it's an opportunity to become the next steward of a remarkable piece of Gainesville history. Rich in character and architectural detail, this exceptional property offers the rare combination of historic significance, modern updates, and expansive outdoor living spaces in one of the city's most treasured neighborhoods. 4 Point Inspection Report available upon request

717 Ne Boulevard, Gainesville
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