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Pending·73 days on market·Atlantic Shores

121 Serena Circle

Melrose, FL 32666

$260,000$197/sqftEst. $1,377/moMLS# 2154364
$30,000 below original list
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,318
Sq Ft
1985
Built
1
Garage
No
Pool
FEMA Zone ANo HOA2.39 acresWaterfrontSingle Family Residence1 story

About this home

Atlantic Shores

Looking for a carefree lifestyle in the peaceful Melrose area? This beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath concrete block home sits on 2 mostly cleared acres with major improvements already completed. Updates include a new HVAC system, new roof on the home (2023), new roof on the detached two-story Tudor-style garage, new appliances, well pump, water heater, porcelain tile and flooring, plumbing fixtures, and new electrical wiring throughout the detached garage. The septic was pumped and inspected in late 2023. Enjoy the large concrete patio, perfect for entertaining. The detached garage offers endless possibilities as a workshop, home office, guest space, or she shed, while the attached garage could be converted into a 3rd bedroom. A private driveway, seasonal Lake, and peaceful setting complete the property. Conveniently located about 20 miles from Gainesville and 25 miles from Palatka, with shops, restaurants, and everyday conveniences nearby.

Cost to own

True monthly cost

What this home actually costs per month at the asking price — not just the mortgage.

Principal & interest20% down · 6.95% · 30yr$1,377
Estimated total, before insurance$1,377/mo
Seller’s 2025 tax billper the MLS — includes any CDD / assessments$3,196/yr · $266/mo
  • • 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

Mortgage calculator

$260,000
$52,000
Loan Term
Monthly Payment
$1,377
Principal & Interest: $1,377
Insurance (est.): $173
Estimated Total Monthly
$1,550
*30-year loan at 6.95% APR (avg 30-yr rate 2026-09-17, Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED). Taxes vary by county; insurance is a rough estimate — Florida premiums swing with roof age and flood zone (see the Reality Check). Actual costs may vary.

Storms & insurance

Florida Reality Check

The storm-and-insurance facts every Florida buyer should know up front.

Zone A — high-risk flood zone (Special Flood Hazard Area)

Lenders require flood insurance for financed purchases here.

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: Shingle — year not disclosed (home built 1985)

Roof age drives Florida insurance pricing more than anything else — worth confirming before you offer.

Likely septic · 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: ~1,696 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 home

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 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.

Cost to own

Taxes & assessment

2025 property taxes (current owner): $3,196/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.

History

Price & status history

  • Sep 11, 2026Pending$260,000
  • Sep 2, 2026Price change$260,000$10,000
  • Aug 14, 2026Price change$270,000$10,000
  • Jul 31, 2026Price change$280,000$10,000
  • Jul 8, 2026Listed$290,000

History tracked by kristafracke.com from the live MLS feed. Earlier changes may predate tracking.

Features

Price$260,000
Price / Sq Ft$197
Bedrooms2
Bathrooms2.00
Full Baths2
Square Footage1,318
Acres2.39 acres
Year Built1985
TypeResidential
Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
StatusPending
# of Garages1
Has PoolNo
Is WaterfrontYes

Community Information

Address121 Serena Circle, Melrose, FL 32666
Area574-Interlachen-NW
SubdivisionAtlantic Shores
CityMelrose
CountyPutnam
StateFL
Zip Code32666
Lot Size104,108.4 sq ft
Parcel Number100923000002300000
ZoningResidential

Amenities

UtilitiesElectricity Connected, Water Connected
SewerSeptic Tank
Water SourceWell
ParkingAttached, Detached
ViewLake
Waterfront TypeLake Front

Interior

AppliancesDishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
FlooringCarpet, Tile
FireplaceYes
# of Fireplaces1
# of Stories1

Exterior

RoofShingle
Road SurfaceDirt

Additional Information

Date ListedJuly 8, 2026
Days on Market62
Tax Amount$3,196.47
Tax Year2025
Listing TermsCash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
55+ CommunityNo
New ConstructionNo

Listing Courtesy of: CENTURY 21 LAKESIDE REALTY · gator14fdf@gmail.com

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.

The neighborhood

About Atlantic Shores

Atlantic Shores is a neighborhood in Jacksonville Beach, FL (Putnam County), ZIP 32666.

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