25608 Devonia St Melrose, FL 32666
Estimated payment $5,912/month
Highlights
- Boathouse
- Screened Pool
- Florida Architecture
- 100 Feet of Lake Waterfront
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
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!
Listing Agent
RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS Brokerage Phone: 352-375-1002 License #3381191 Listed on: 04/07/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,497
Year Built
- Built in 1993
Lot Details
- 19,602 Sq Ft Lot
- 100 Feet of Lake Waterfront
- Lake Front
- South Facing Home
- Chain Link Fence
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Property is zoned RE-1
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Florida Architecture
- Bi-Level Home
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,556 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Blinds
- Great Room
- Dining Room
- Den
- Storage Room
- Lake Views
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- Accessible Full Bathroom
- Accessible Bedroom
- Accessible Washer and Dryer
- Accessible Entrance
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Pool
- Screened Pool
- In Ground Spa
- Fence Around Pool
Outdoor Features
- Access To Lake
- No Wake Zone
- Boathouse
- Deck
- Screened Patio
- Outdoor Storage
- Rain Gutters
Schools
- Chester Shell Elementary School
- Hawthorne Middle/High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic Tank
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Visit Down Payment Resource Website
- Tax Lot 100
- Assessor Parcel Number 18768-001-000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,497 | $504,662 | $144,000 | $360,662 |
| 2024 | $6,236 | $508,914 | $144,000 | $364,914 |
| 2023 | $6,236 | $326,203 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $6,040 | $316,702 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $5,898 | $307,478 | $144,000 | $163,478 |
| 2020 | $5,965 | $309,823 | $144,000 | $165,823 |
| 2019 | $6,032 | $305,000 | $144,000 | $161,000 |
| 2018 | $6,204 | $316,600 | $144,000 | $172,600 |
| 2017 | $6,430 | $319,100 | $144,000 | $175,100 |
| 2016 | $7,328 | $308,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $4,538 | $229,670 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $4,488 | $227,850 | $0 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $309,200 | $144,000 | $165,200 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2026 04/07/26 | For Sale | $950,000 | +20.3% | $372 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/21/2023 09/21/23 | Sold | $790,000 | -1.1% | $309 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/01/2023 09/01/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/31/2023 08/31/23 | For Sale | $799,000 | +66.5% | $313 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/06/2021 12/06/21 | Off Market | $480,000 | -- | -- | |
| 08/25/2016 08/25/16 | Sold | $480,000 | -26.2% | $175 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/13/2016 07/13/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/16/2016 03/16/16 | For Sale | $650,000 | -- | $237 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $790,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $100 | New Title Company Name | |
| Warranty Deed | $480,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $100 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $442,200 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $474,231 | VA |
Source: Stellar MLS
MLS Number: GC539093
APN: 18768-001-000
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