249 MELROSE LANDING Drive
Hawthorne, FL 32640
MLS# 2148542
3 beds | 2 baths
Property DescriptionPrivacy 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
Property Attached YN: No
Current Price: $430,000
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Status: Active
List Price: $430,000
Listing Contract Date: 2026-06-01
Country: US
Parcel Number: 360923574001200100
Tax Annual Amount: 2286.41
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Legal Description: MELROSE LANDING MB6 P29 BLK L LOT 10
Elementary School: Ochwilla
Lot Size Acres: 5
Bathrooms Half: 0
Living Area: 1992
Living Area Source: Appraiser
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: Yes
Association YN: No
Homestead YN: Yes
Waterfront YN: No
Senior Community YN: No
Direction Faces: South
Directions: SR 21 & SR 26; S on SR 21; L on Baden Powell Rd; turn L Cue Lake Blvd; slight R Melrose Landing Blvd; L on Melrose Landing Dr; turn R to sign on L
Public Remarks: 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
Accessibility Features YN: Yes
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: No
Carport YN: Yes
Carport Spaces: 1
Pool Private YN: No
Water Body Access YN: No
Stories: 1
List Price/SqFt: 215.86
Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total: 2
Year Built: 2001
Accessible Approach with Ramp: 1
Electric Range: 1
Electric Water Heater: 1
Central Air: 1
Electric: 1
Residential: 1
Single Family: 1
Carport: 1
Circular Driveway: 1
Electricity Connected: 1
Water Connected: 1
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
In-Law Floorplan: 1
Pantry: 1
Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower: 1
Split Bedrooms: 1
Walk-In Closet(s): 1
Family Room: 1
Living Room: 1
Street Number: 249
Street Name: MELROSE LANDING
Street Suffix: Drive
County: Putnam
State: FL
Postal Code: 32640
MLS Area Major: 574-Interlachen-NW
Subdivision Name: Melrose Landing
Major Change Timestamp: 2026-06-03T19:54:07Z
Major Change Type: New Listing
Architectural Style: Traditional
Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Freezer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); In-Law Floorplan; Pantry; Primary Bathroom -Tub with Separate Shower; Split Bedrooms; Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Laminate; Tile; Vinyl
Laundry Features: In Unit; Sink
Utilities: Electricity Connected; Water Connected
Cooling: Central Air; Electric
Heating: Central; Electric
Water Source: Private; Well
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Front Porch; Rear Porch
Parking Features: Carport; Circular Driveway; RV Access/Parking
Current Use: Residential; Single Family
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Loan
Room Types: Family Room; Living Room; Primary Bedroom
(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.
| Room Name | Length | Width |
| Primary Bedroom | 15.11 | 13.10 |
| Living Room | 18.90 | 17.00 |
| Family Room | 23.10 | 16.11 |
Listing Office: HELEN HERSEY REALTY
Last Updated: June - 03 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.