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Benjamin Subercaseaux, Sales Associate · Florida Homes Realty & Mortgage

$794,900

8449 STATE ROAD 100, Melrose, FL 32666, Melrose, FL 32666

Lake Forest

Price
$794,900
Beds / Baths
4 / 3
Living area
2,056 sqft
Year built
2008
Type
Residential
Lot
16.98 ac
Garage
0
HOA
None
CDD
No
Flood zone
Unknown
County
Clay
Days on market
91
Elementary
Keystone Heights
High school
Keystone Heights

$387/sqft asking, vs a $187/sqft median across 81 closed sales in 32666 over the last 12 months — 107% above the area's closed prices. Condition and lot vary; that's what a showing is for.

Turnkey farmhouse on 16.5+ completely fenced acres is ready for new owners! Four pastures total, 30x30 garden area with water, large 30x50 barn installed in 2022 has a 12x50 lean to on each side (one is open and one is enclosed), cattle panel fence on front and side plus much more! Primary suite is downstairs as well as a half bath for visiting guests. Upstairs has three bedrooms and a full bath with two sinks. There is also a landing that could be used as an office or library. Large open kitchen with many cabinets and living room has sliding glass doors to open patio. Updates include new well pump and bladder tank in 2023, HVAC 2024 and LVP. Easy commutes to Palatka, St Augustine, Ocala, Gainesville, Middleburg and Jacksonville. Schedule your viewing today as sellers are motivated!

What to check on this one

  • Verify well pump/bladder tank 2023 install with service records and current water quality test.
  • Confirm HVAC 2024 installation date and obtain warranty documentation.
  • Obtain septic system inspection report; verify last pumping and maintenance history.
  • Check flood zone designation via FEMA map; request elevation certificate if in AE/VE.
  • Review 2022 barn permit and installation; confirm proper electrical/structural compliance.
  • Verify property survey boundaries for 16.98-acre lot and fence line accuracy.

Flagged from the listing itself — not an inspection, and no substitute for one. Bring these to the showing.

What this home really costs per month

Principal & interest$4,125/mo
Property tax (1.1% eff., Clay Co.)$729/mo
Homeowners insurance (est.)$464/mo
All-in monthly (est.)$5,318/mo

Loan $635,920 at 6.75% · 30 yr

Not a loan quote. Rate, insurance, and tax are stated assumptions — a lender and an insurance agent give real numbers. Homestead exemption lowers taxes after you file.

Listing courtesy of FLORIDA HOMES REALTY & MTG LLC. Data via realMLS (Northeast Florida MLS), updated Jul 27, 2026, 5:54 PM.

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