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249 MELROSE LANDING DRIVE

HAWTHORNE, FL 32640

MLS#: GC540489

$430,000

Status: Active
Listing number: GC540489
Listing provided by: HELEN HERSEY REALTY
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Last update: 4 days ago
On site: 10 days ago
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MELROSE LANDING - Residential

Property

Beds

3

Full Baths

2

1/2 Baths

None

Year Built

2001

Sq.Footage

1,992

Privacy and space on 5-acre lot with preserved back boundary. Undeveloped conservation area, this is a massive 9,000 + acre ecological reserve managed by the University of Florida (Ordway-Swisher Biological Station) in Hawthorne. Quiet atmosphere and potential for wildlife viewing. No rear neighbors. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home includes a dedicated mother-in-law suite provides privacy for aging parents, guests, or older children. Expansive front and rear porches designed for family gatherings and relaxed living or perfect for outdoor living. Kitchen features granite counter tops, stainless steel sink. Refrigerator, stove and dishwasher 3 - 5 years old. Large laundry room with washer, dryer, freezer and laundry sink. Master bath soaking tub, large shower, linen closet. Easy access to local amenities while maintaining a tranquil, rural lifestyle. Features metal roof, blue board construction for energy efficiency, on-site RV hook-up, a generator-ready electrical panel (new generator stays still in box) for peace of mind during outages, and a carport. Burn pit with nearby water line. Easy commute to Gainesville, Palatka, Ocala or Jacksonville. Don't wait--this opportunity won't last long.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Walk-In Closet(s)

  • Total Bedrooms

    3

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Fireplace YN

    NO

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Central, Electric

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    No

  • Construction Materials

    HardiPlank Type

  • Other Exterior Features

    Private Yard, RV Hookup, Storage

  • Parking

    Circular Driveway

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch

  • Pool

    No

  • Waterfront YN

    NO

  • View

    Trees/Woods

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Wooded

  • Lot Size(acres)

    5.0

  • Lot Size(square feet)

    217800.0

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Traditional

Price

  • Sales Price

    $430,000

  • Tax Amount

    $2,286.41

  • Sq. Footage

    1, 992

  • Price/SqFt

    $215

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    Ochwilla Elementary School

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    Interlachen High School

Property Features

  • New Construction

    NO

  • Foundation Details

    Slab

  • Ownership

    Fee Simple

  • Senior Community YN

    NO

  • Sewer

    Septic Tank

  • Tax Lot

    10

  • Water Source

    Private, Well

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Privacy and space on 5-acre lot with preserved back boundary. Undeveloped conservation area, this is a massive 9,000 + acre ecological reserve managed by the University of Florida (Ordway-Swisher Biological Station) in Hawthorne. Quiet atmosphere and potential for wildlife viewing. No rear neighbors. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home includes a dedicated mother-in-law suite provides privacy for aging parents, guests, or older children. Expansive front and rear porches designed for family gatherings and relaxed living or perfect for outdoor living. Kitchen features granite counter tops, stainless steel sink. Refrigerator, stove and dishwasher 3 - 5 years old. Large laundry room with washer, dryer, freezer and laundry sink. Master bath soaking tub, large shower, linen closet. Easy access to local amenities while maintaining a tranquil, rural lifestyle. Features metal roof, blue board construction for energy efficiency, on-site RV hook-up, a generator-ready electrical panel (new generator stays still in box) for peace of mind during outages, and a carport. Burn pit with nearby water line. Easy commute to Gainesville, Palatka, Ocala or Jacksonville. Don't wait--this opportunity won't last long.

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