Property Attributes
- MLS#2164259
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyALACHUA
- CityMelrose
- Area721-Orange Heights-North Of SR-26
- NeighborhoodCanal Shores
- Zip32666
- StyleTraditional
- Year Built1994
- Taxes$ 2663
- Price$ 398,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1388
- Lot Size0.54 Acres
Data Source:
Northeast Florida MLS (NEFMLS)
Property Description
Nestled on Island Road in Melrose, escape to your private waterfront oasis on the desirable Santa Fe Canal, with direct access to the expansive 6,000-acre Santa Fe Lake. This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath home blends indoor comfort with outdoor Florida living-all just minutes from a public boat ramp and picnic area. Detached 2-car garage for storage, projects, or extra parking. Sprinkler system keeps the landscape lush with minimal effort. Canal-side deck ideal for cookouts, fishing, or relaxing by the water. Recent major updates: HVAC (2023), water heater (2024) plus many more recent improvements throughout. Vaulted ceiling with a stone-accent gas fireplace creates a warm, open great room. Split bedroom floor plan for privacy and flexibility. Enclose sunroom-perfect for morning coffee or enjoying outdoors from inside.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Chester Shell Elementary School | Hawthorne Middle School | Hawthorne High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/10/2026 | Listed $398,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected,Water Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Cooktop,Electric Oven,Electric Water Heater,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Garage Spaces | 2.0 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Porch,Side Porch |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Year Built | 1994 |
| View | Canal |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Current Use | Residential,Single Family |
| Parcel Number | 18772-012-000 |
| Waterfront Features | Canal Front |
| County | Alachua |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | Canal Shores |
| Garage Y/N | Yes |
| Other Structures | Boat House |
| Total Rooms | 3 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | SR 21 & SR 26; W on SR 26; R on West Blvd (best way to get there instead of turning on Island Rd) R on Canal St.,L on Island Rd. Sign on Left. 2nd house. |
| High School | Hawthorne |
| City | Melrose |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Zoning Description | Residential |
| MLS Area | 721-Orange Heights-North Of SR-26 |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 23522.4 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan |
| Elementary School | Chester Shell |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2663.0 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Middle/Junior High School | Hawthorne |
| Lease Renewal Y/N | No |
| MLS Area Minor | 721-Orange Heights-North Of SR-26 |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Rent Control Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| MobileHomeRemainsYN | No |
| Cash | True |
| Conventional | True |
| Sewer_co_Septic_sp_Tank | True |
| Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N | No |
| Water Body Access Y/N | None |
| CDD | No |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),Pantry,Primary Bathroom - Shower No Tub,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Vinyl |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Gas |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Laundry Features | In Unit |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Boat Slip,Fire Pit |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Additional Parking,Detached,Garage |
| Water Source | Public,Well |
| Lot Size Area | 0.54 |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 1820.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | 100x238 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.54 |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
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
All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumers personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information on this