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Sold·Closed Feb 25, 2026·149 days on market
135 Lake Serena Drive
Melrose, FL 32666
About this home
Melrose
Lakefront Living at Its Finest Welcome to your serene lakefront retreat on the shores of Lake Serena! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom pool home is the perfect blend of comfort and natural beauty, situated on a sprawling 1.15-acre lot. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by an abundance of natural light and beautiful wood and tile floors that flow throughout the home. The open-concept living area is an entertainer's dream, featuring a large breakfast bar that overlooks the spacious living room. The kitchen is equipped with sleek stainless steel appliances, making meal prep a breeze. Imagine sipping your morning coffee on the covered front porch or spending an evening on the covered back porch, which is just steps away from the sparkling in-ground pool. Overlooking the tranquil waters of Lake Serena, the backyard is a private oasis where you can watch breathtaking sunsets and enjoy the local wildlife, from ducks to various birds and other animals.
Cost to own
True monthly cost
What this home actually costs per month at the asking price — not just the mortgage.
- • Homeowners insurance is on top — in Florida it varies widely with roof age and wind/flood zone (see the Reality Check below). Budget it before you offer.
- • In CDD communities (Nocatee, eTown, Seven Pines…), bond assessments are collected on the property-tax bill, and the amount varies home to home — a prior owner may have prepaid the bond — so we confirm this home’s exact line rather than trust a community average.
- • Taxes are estimated at YOUR purchase price — Florida assessments reset on sale, so the seller’s current bill is usually lower than yours will be (that applies to the reference bill above too).
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Cost to own
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Storms & insurance
Florida Reality Check
The storm-and-insurance facts every Florida buyer should know up front.
Flood zone not yet determined
Check the exact parcel at msc.fema.gov or ask Krista to pull it.
Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowners insurance — it’s always a separate policy.
Evacuation zone not yet determined
Check floridadisaster.org/knowyourzone.
Roof: Metal — year not disclosed (home built 2003)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Solar potential: ~1,750 usable sun-hours per year
A strong solar roof by Florida standards — worth pricing panels if energy bills matter to you.
Krista can connect you with local insurance quotes before you make an offer.
Ask about this homeThis Reality Check is informational only — it draws on FEMA/FDEM hazard layers, Florida DOH water records, and the listing’s own fields at this property’s coordinates. None of it is a determination, survey, or inspection, and public records can lag or conflict with on-site conditions. Independently verify anything you’ll rely on: the flood zone at msc.fema.gov and floridadisaster.org/knowyourzone (and confirm flood-insurance cost with your lender and a licensed insurance agent), and the sewer/septic, roof, and utilities with a professional inspection.
Around this address
Nearby, from public data
The closest public beach, park, water access and league fields from this home's location.
Closest park or preserve
Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Parkabout 8 mi · 13 mi of trails
Closest public boat ramp
Camp Blanding FMA – Magnolia Lake Boat Ramp (Saturday & Sunday Mornings Only)about 7 mi · Magnolia Lake
Closest kayak & paddleboard launch
Mike Roess Goldhead Brach State Park Canoe Beach (Long Portage)about 7 mi · Little Lake Johnson
Not from the MLS. Places from FWC, FDEP, the water districts, the counties and the cities; distances are straight-line from this home unless a drive time is shown. Fees, hours and access change, so check the agency’s page before you go.
Cost to own
Taxes & assessment
2024 property taxes (current owner): $1,750/yr
Florida’s Save Our Homes cap limits how fast the current owner’s assessment can rise — and it resets when a home sells, so a buyer’s tax bill is typically based on the purchase price, not the seller’s bill above. Sources: Florida DOR certified tax roll, NEFMLS.
Closed sales
What sold nearby
Closed sales within about two miles in the last 18 months, same property type, similar size. Closed prices from the MLS, not estimates. Their median is $226/sq ft; this home is listed at $194/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 240 Swan Lake Drive, Melrose, FL 32666Listed by COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC | Aug 2026 | $427,500 | $226 | 3/2 | 1,890 | 31 | 0.6 |
| 251 Swan Lake Drive, Melrose, FL 32666Listed by RIVER CITY RENTALS AND REALTY | Sep 2026 | $367,000 | $184 | 3/2 | 2,000 | 26 | 0.7 |
| 112 Serenity Drive, Melrose, FL 32666Listed by FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC | Nov 2025 | $320,000 | $191 | 3/2 | 1,675 | 119 | 1.2 |
| 6192 County Rd 219, Melrose, FL 32666Listed by COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC | Dec 2025 | $615,000 | $254 | 4/3 | 2,418 | 259 | 1.4 |
| 6204 Blue Marlin Drive, Keystone Heights, FL 32656Listed by TPR REAL ESTATE GROUP INC | Sep 2026 | $420,000 | $232 | 4/2 | 1,810 | 66 | 1.6 |
| 141 Tucker Lake Road, Melrose, FL 32666Listed by CENTURY 21 LAKESIDE REALTY | Jul 2026 | $325,000 | $202 | 3/2 | 1,612 | 132 | 1.6 |
Sold data from the realMLS IDX feed. A closed price is what a buyer paid, not what this home is worth; Krista runs the adjustments per home.
Features
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Amenities
Interior
Exterior
Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: TIMBER TO TIDES REALTY LLC
Sold by: UNITED REAL ESTATE GALLERY (buyer's brokerage)
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data provided through the IDX program of realMLS (Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service). © 2026 Northeast Florida Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved.
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