Nestled on the tranquil shores of Melrose Bay in Melrose, Fl, this beautifully maintained lakefront home offers the perfect blend of charm, history, comfort and thoughtful upgrades. With an expanded ADA compliant downstairs bedroom with ensuite in 2020, this property has been meticulously improved over the years to enhance both style and function. Recent updates include modern kitchen appliances (2024), dual water heaters (2024), Nest thermostats, and a fully integrated ADT security system. Enjoy outdoor living with two new brick patios, a cozy fire pit, lush native landscaping, and a shell driveway (2021). The home also features solar panels (2022), a stylish pergola (2021), upgraded garage doors and electrics (2023), and a smart home package including Google smoke detectors and smart locks. Interior highlights include high ceilings throughout the house, refreshed flooring in the dining, laundry, and veranda areas, custom window treatments, and a freshly painted kitchen. With countless thoughtful enhancements and serene lake views, this property is ready to enjoy as a peaceful retreat or full-time residence.
For sale
$1,200,000
6212 Quail St, Melrose, FL 32666
4beds
4,023sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1878
1.2 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$298/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Serene lake viewsRefreshed flooringUpgraded garage doorsStylish pergolaHigh ceilingsAdt security systemCustom window treatments
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 22, 2025 at 10:22pm
Listing Provided by:
Evan Yavelberg 352-665-3826,
RESOURCE REALTY, LLC 352-554-5855
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: GC530079
Originating MLS: Gainesville-Alachua


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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Den/Library/Office, Family Room, Florida Room, Dining Room, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Second
Bedroom 1
- Features: Handicapped Accessible, Dual Closets
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Features: Dual Closets
- Level: Second
Bedroom 3
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: Second
Primary bathroom
- Features: Exhaust Fan, Multiple Shower Heads, Split Vanities, Tub with Separate Shower Stall
- Level: Second
Bathroom 2
- Features: Shower No Tub
- Level: First
Bathroom 3
- Features: Single Vanity
- Level: Second
Bathroom 4
- Features: Single Vanity
- Level: Second
Bathroom 4
- Features: Single Vanity
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Built-In Shelving
- Level: First
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
Florida room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Exhaust Fan, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island
- Level: First
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Washer Hookup
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Chair Rail, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Other, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Smart Home, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Thermostat
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Shades, Window Treatments, Wood Frames
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,395
- Total interior livable area: 4,023 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Covered, Driveway, Other
- Garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Central Living Area
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Other, Patio, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Courtyard, Garden, Irrigation System, Lighting, Other, Private Mailbox, Storage
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden, Water, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Boat Ramp - Private
- Body of water: LAKE SANTA FE
Lot
- Size: 1.2 Acres
- Features: In County, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Private, Street Dead-End
- Residential vegetation: Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Boat House, Gazebo
- Parcel number: 18741000000
- Zoning: R-1A
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Crawlspace, Other, Stem Wall
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1878
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Other, Private, Public, Solar, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security Gate, Security Lights, Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: SIMS SURVEY-GOODSON LANDS
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $298/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $702,044
- Annual tax amount: $11,508
- Date on market: 4/21/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved, Asphalt, Other
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