Address
25608 Devonia Street, MELROSE, FL
Price
$ 899,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#GC539093
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyAlachua
- CityMELROSE
- AreaMelrose
- NeighborhoodNOT IN SUBDIVISION
- Zip32666
- StyleFlorida Other
- Year Built1993
- Taxes$ 10497
- Price$ 899,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage2556
- Lot Size0.45 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
Welcome to your Lake Retreat on Melrose Bay, Lake Santa Fe! Designed by renowned architect Ron Haase, this iconic, Old-Florida style home was designed as his family’s personal lake retreat. Filled with natural light, the open-concept great room, kitchen, and dining area create a warm, airy space ideal for both relaxed living and effortless entertaining. The kitchen features elegant stone countertops, brushed chrome appliances, and a cozy breakfast bar—perfect for greeting the sunrise through the easterly windows! Dine indoors or step onto the elevated deck and screened lanai to enjoy lake breezes and gorgeous sunsets! Thoughtfully designed to embrace Florida’s natural beauty, the home showcases wide overhangs, cedar trim, new wood flooring throughout, metal accent siding, cedar-lined closets, and Pella windows throughout—blending craftsmanship with timeless style. Nestled in the heart of historic Melrose, Melrose Bay is a peaceful no-wake zone with direct access to Lake Santa Fe. The Lake is celebrated for its pristine water quality, excellent fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming! Enjoy the conveniences and activities of the eclectic Melrose community AND the serenity of this home and property. it is an easy walk, bike ride or golf cart trip from the property to Melrose for dining, art galleries, and supplies. Melrose is just 30 minutes from Gainesville, 20 minutes to Gainesville Regional Airport, and 90 minutes to Jacksonville. Experience the perfect harmony of architectural elegance, lakeside tranquility, and classic Florida charm in this one-of-a-kind waterfront home!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Chester Shell Elementary School-AL Elementary School | Hawthorne Middle/High School-AL Middle School | Hawthorne Middle/High School-AL High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 4/8/2026 | Listed $950,000 |
| 5/13/2026 | 2$935,000 |
| 8/26/2026 | 4$899,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Electric,Heat Pump,Other |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Street Lights |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Cooktop,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Zoning | RE-1 |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Deck,Screened |
| Architectural Style | Florida,Other |
| Pool Features | Screen Enclosure |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1993 |
| View | Water |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Waterfront Features | Lake Front |
| Accessibility | Accessible Bedroom,Accessible Entrance,Accessible Full Bath,Accessible Washer/Dryer |
| County | Alachua |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Energy Efficient | Insulation,Thermostat,Windows |
| Subdivision Name | NOT IN SUBDIVISION |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Storage |
| Total Rooms | 9 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From SR 26 heading West from Gainesvill, Turn S on Hampton Street, home is on the right (lake) side of the road. |
| High School | Hawthorne Middle/High School-AL |
| City | MELROSE |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 32666 - Melrose |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 19602 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Spa Features | In Ground |
| Elementary School | Chester Shell Elementary School-AL |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 10497 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Hawthorne Middle/High School-AL |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | true |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Tax Lot | 100 |
| Legal Description | THE WEST 100 FT OF LOT BND N BY SANTA FELAKE S BY DEVONIA ST E BY ORR ST W BY FRONT ST OR 629/120 LESS OR 795/111OR 1849/2525 |
| Water View | Lake |
| Water Access Type | Lake |
| Minimum Lease | No Minimum |
| Water Access Y/N | true |
| Additional Rooms | Den/Library/Office,Great Room,Storage Rooms |
| Water View Y/N | true |
| Flood Zone Code | AE |
| In Law Suite YN | false |
| DockY/N | true |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),Other,Primary Bedroom Main Floor,Split Bedroom |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Tile,Hardwood |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Blinds |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Rain Gutters |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Chain Link |
| Parking Features | Covered,Garage Door Opener,Other |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot,Landscaped |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 19602 |
| Foundation Details | Crawlspace,Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Spa | true |
| Building Area Total | 2667 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.45 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Private Pool | false |
| Waterfront Y/N | true |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 32666
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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