$1,174,0004 bd · 3 ba · 2,762 sq ft
Active·196 days on market
2473 SE 30th Street
Melrose, FL 32666
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About this home
Melrose
Welcome to lakefront living on beautiful 5,850-acre Lake Santa Fe, a connected lake system including both Big and Little Lake Santa Fe and recognized as one of North Florida's premier all-sports lakes. Situated on a coveted 100-foot lakefront lot in the sought-after Pumpkin Patch neighborhood, this renovated 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers approximately 2,762 square feet of living space and 3,364 under roof on a serene peninsula setting. Originally built in 1980 and thoughtfully updated, the home features spacious living areas, abundant natural light, and large picture windows showcasing breathtaking sunset views across the water from both the main living spaces and bedrooms. Step outside to enjoy true waterfront living--perfect for boating, fishing, skiing, or simply relaxing at the end of the day as the sun sets over the lake. Opportunities to own in this desirable Lake Santa Fe community are rare. Experience the lakefront lifestyle from your own backyard.
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.
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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.
Zone X — minimal flood hazard
Flood insurance is typically not required by lenders (always optional).
Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowners insurance — it’s always a separate policy.
Outside all hurricane evacuation zones
This location is not in a designated storm-surge evacuation zone.
Roof: Metal — year not disclosed (home built 1980)
Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.
Septic system (public record) · Private well (public record)
County records indicate an onsite septic system — budget a septic inspection before closing (typically $300–$500) and expect pump-outs every 3–5 years.
Source: Florida DOH Water Management Inventory (public record).
Solar potential: ~1,337 usable sun-hours per year
Moderate solar exposure — shade or roof orientation limits panel output here.
Krista can connect you with local insurance quotes before you make an offer.
As of July 2026, this Reality Check is informational only — it draws on FEMA/FDEM hazard layers, Florida DOH water records, and the listing’s own fields, read at the listing’s map pin or, on lots of an acre or more, across the county parcel (state cadastral). A zone shown for part of a lot may not be where the home stands. 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, league fields and grocery store from this home's location.
Closest park or preserve
Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Parkabout 10 mi · 13 mi of trails
Closest public boat ramp
Camp Blanding FMA – Magnolia Lake Boat Ramp (Saturday & Sunday Mornings Only)about 6 mi · Magnolia Lake
Closest kayak & paddleboard launch
Mike Roess Goldhead Brach State Park Canoe Beach (Long Portage)about 9 mi · Little Lake Johnson
Not from the MLS. Places from FWC, FDEP, the water districts, the counties and the cities; stores from state food permits and each chain’s store list. 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.
Sun & Light
Southeast-facing backyard — winter sunrises, bright mornings
The listing reports the home facing northwest, which puts the backyard on the southeast side. Today at this address: sunrise 6:49 AM, sunset 5:35 PM.
- The rear takes strong morning-to-midday sun and eases off by late afternoon; in winter the sun rises almost straight into this exposure.
- A comfortable compromise lot: real sun without the western afternoon heat.
Orientation per the MLS listing; sun paths are seasonal geometry for Northeast Florida, not a shade study — trees, screening, and neighboring structures change the picture on any specific lot.
History
Price & status history
- Sep 8, 2026Price change$1,174,000−$25,000
- Jul 24, 2026Price change$1,199,000−$100,000
- Apr 28, 2026Listed$1,299,000
History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.
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 $264/sq ft; this home is listed at $425/sq ft.
| Address | Closed | Price | $/sq ft | Bd/Ba | Sq ft | DOM | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2453 SE 30 Street, Melrose, FL 32666Listed by UNITED REAL ESTATE GALLERY | Oct 2026 | $1,375,000 | $420 | 4/3.5 | 3,273 | 342 | 0 |
| 2444 SE CR 21B, Melrose, FL 32666Listed by CB ISAAC REALTY | Nov 2025 | $1,300,000 | $502 | 3/3 | 2,590 | 124 | 0.8 |
| 2380 SE 43rd Street, Keystone Heights, FL 32656Listed by FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC | Nov 2025 | $600,000 | $264 | 3/2.5 | 2,269 | 316 | 1.2 |
| 433 SE 34th Street, Keystone Heights, FL 32656Listed by RIVER CITY RENTALS AND REALTY | Jun 2026 | $421,000 | $185 | 4/3 | 2,272 | 61 | 2.1 |
| 378 SE 34th Street, Keystone Heights, FL 32656Listed by TREVOR WATERS REALTY, INC. | Apr 2026 | $600,000 | $228 | 3/2 | 2,636 | 14 | 2.1 |
| 361 SE 34th Street, Keystone Heights, FL 32656Listed by CB ISAAC REALTY | Sep 2025 | $450,000 | $135 | 4/2 | 3,341 | 62 | 2.1 |
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.
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Features
School Information
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Amenities
Interior
Exterior
Additional Information
Listing Courtesy of: TREVOR WATERS REALTY, INC.
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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