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Property Description
If you've been searching for a home where quality comes first, look no further. Built in 2021 with exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on 2.35 peaceful acres with no HOA, offering the perfect balance of privacy, comfort, and modern convenience. From the moment you arrive, it's clear this home has been meticulously cared for. Inside, you'll find soaring ceilings, an open-concept layout, abundant natural light, and a thoughtfully designed split floor plan. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the living and dining areas, creating an ideal space for everyday living and entertaining. Designed with long-term comfort in mind, the home is fully ADA accessible, featuring wide doorways, single-level living, and an accessible bathroom. One of the home's most practical features is the laundry room, conveniently accessible from both the primary suite and the main living area. Step onto the large screened porch and enjoy peaceful views of Big Lake Santa Fe, framed by magnificent live oak trees that create a tranquil setting where nature takes center stage. Beyond the home itself, the property offers exceptional versatility with an attached 2-car garage, a 2-car carport, and a separate 18' x 22' powered workshop/garage-perfect for projects, hobbies, additional vehicles, or lake toys. Built with durability and peace of mind in mind, this home also includes insulated garage walls, a whole-house generator connected to a buried 500-gallon propane tank, an active termite bond in place since construction, and countless thoughtful details that reflect the pride of ownership throughout. Whether you're enjoying coffee on the porch overlooking the lake, working on your next project in the workshop, or simply appreciating the quiet surroundings, this is the kind of home that's increasingly difficult to find-a home built with intention, maintained with care, and designed to be enjoyed for years to come. Quality never goes out of style. Come experience the difference for yourself. Dreaming of lakefront access? The charming waterfront cottage directly across the street is also available. Ask about discounted package pricing when purchasing both properties and enjoy the best of lake living. (GC541231)
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 7517 NE 221st St
General
- Price: $499,999
- Taxes: $2,689 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MidFloridaRegionalMLS
- MLS ID: GC541232
- Updated: 6/27/2026
- Added to Site: 11 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Min. Lease: No Minimum
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 3
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Kitchen and Family Room Combination, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom
- Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: French Doors, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Storage
- Deck/Patio: Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Front Porch, Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Carports: Yes
- Carport: 2
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 4
Location
- Area: 32666 - Melrose
- County: Alachua
- Development Name: 32666 - Melrose
- Subdivision: N/A
- Driving Directions: From the intersection of SR 26 and SR 21, go West on SR 26. Turn Right (North) onto NE 221st St, home will be on the right
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- Elementary School: Chester Shell Elementary School-AL
- Middle School: Hawthorne Middle/High School-AL
- High School: Hawthorne Middle/High School-AL
Community
- Community Name: 32666 - Melrose
- Pet Restrictions: Buyer to verify pet restrictions
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: HardiPlank Type
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories/Levels: One
- Square Feet: 1,727
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Year Built: 2021
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Storage
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.33
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 101,495
- Lot Size: 2.33
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,689.8
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: None
- Legal Description: COM 398.4 FT W & 1929.33 FT N OF NW COR OF NE1/4 OF NE1/4 OF SEC 15 POB E 287.08 FT N 366.85 FT E 269.37 FT S 364.62 FT TO POB OR 4631/1768 & OR 4649/1173
- Flood Zone Info: X
- APN: 18652045001
- Property ID: 18652045001
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Schools
Schools serving 7517 NE 221st St
School District:Alachua County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Chester Shell Elementary School 21633 Southeast 65 Avenue, Hawthorne, FL 32640 | K-5 | 9.1 mi |
Hawthorne Middle/High School 21403 Southeast 69th Avenue, Hawthorne, FL 32640 | 6-12 | 9.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 7517 NE 221st St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/26/2026
Listed
$499,999
900%
MLS
9/21/2018
Sold
$50,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 7517 NE 221st St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,690
2%
$141,195
3%
2024
$2,650
2%
$137,216
3%
2023
$2,591
6%
$133,219
3%
2022
$2,436
173%
$129,338
227%
2021
$892
-3%
$39,600
—
2019
$923
1%
$39,600
—
2018
$911
-2%
$39,600
—
2017
$934
—
$39,600
—
2016
$932
-1%
$39,600
—
2015
$937
1%
$39,600
—
2014
$932
1%
$39,600
—
2013
$926
—
$39,600
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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7517 NE 221st Street, Melrose, FL 32666 (MLS# GC541232) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 7517 NE 221st Street is currently listed for $499,999 and was received on June 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 7517 NE 221st Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Melrose? You can browse all Melrose real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

