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7517 NE 221ST STREET, Melrose, FL, 32666

3beds
2baths
1,727sqft
$499,999
$290price/sqft
$3,796/moest. monthly cost
$151,840/yrincome needed

About This Home

If you've been searching for a home where quality comes first, look no further. Built in 2021 with exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on 2.35 peaceful acres with no HOA, offering the perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and modern convenience. From the moment you arrive, it's clear this home has been meticulously cared for. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, an open-concept layout, abundant natural light, and a thoughtfully designed split floor plan. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. Designed with long-term comfort in mind, the home is fully ADA accessible, featuring wide doorways, single-level living, and an accessible bathroom. One of the home's most practical features is the laundry room, conveniently accessible from both the primary suite and the main living area. Step onto the large screened porch and enjoy peaceful views of Big Lake Santa Fe, framed by magnificent live oak trees that create a tranquil setting where nature takes center stage. Beyond the home itself, the property offers exceptional versatility with an attached 2-car garage, a 2-car carport, and a separate 18' x 22' powered workshop/garage—perfect for projects, hobbies, additional vehicles, or lake toys. Built with durability and peace of mind in mind, this home also includes insulated garage walls, a whole-house generator connected to a buried 500-gallon propane tank, an active termite bond in place since construction, and countless thoughtful details that reflect the pride of ownership throughout. Whether you're enjoying coffee on the porch overlooking the lake, working on your next project in the workshop, or simply appreciating the quiet surroundings, this is the kind of home that's increasingly difficult to find—a home built with intention, maintained with care, and designed to be enjoyed for years to come. Quality never goes out of style. Come experience the difference for yourself. Dreaming of lakefront access? The charming waterfront cottage directly across the street is also available. Ask about discounted package pricing when purchasing both properties and enjoy the best of lake living. (GC541231)

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
25
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

3/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2021

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: HardiPlank Type

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Oven,Dishwasher,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator
  • Laundry features: Laundry Room

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s),Eating Space In Kitchen,Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Living Room/Dining Room Combo,Open Floorplan,Primary Bedroom Main Floor,Solid Surface Counters,Split Bedroom
  • Door features: French Doors
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Luxury Vinyl

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,226
  • Total interior livable area: 1,727 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Primary Bedroom

  • Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 18652045001
  • Zoning: A
  • Special condition: None

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Front Porch,Porch,Rear Porch,Screened
  • Exterior features: Lighting,Private Yard,Rain Gutters,Storage
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Trees/Woods
  • Residential vegetation: Oak Trees

Lot

  • Lot size: 2.33 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 4
  • Parking features: Garage - Attached,Carport
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 4
  • Carport: Yes
  • Carport spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Lightning
Hurricane
Tornado
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters in Alachua County and Florida

Coastal Storm
Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,528$30,336
Home Insurance *$292$3,504
Property Taxes $779$9,348
Electricity $197$2,366
Total$3,796$45,552
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$130,148/yr
40% on housing$113,880/yr
45% on housing$101,226/yr

Florida FAIR Plan Programs

Citizens Property Insurance Corporation [Florida]

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,321,953Commercial: 13,564
Total Premiums$4.60B
Total Exposure$385.82B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 16.2%
16.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.2%
2.2%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 2.6%
2.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$290This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 32666$179
Alachua County$185

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 32666$212
Alachua County$194

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-05Price change$479,999
2026-06-27Listed for sale$499,999
2018-09-21Sold$50,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLindsey Johnson
BrokerageKELLER WILLIAMS GAINESVILLE REALTY PARTNERS

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