Property Attached YN: No

Current Price: $330,000

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Status: Active

List Price: $330,000

Listing Contract Date: 2026-03-20

Country: US

Parcel Number: 18770001000

Tax Annual Amount: 2425.72

Tax Year: 2025

Tax Legal Description: BEG AT SW COR OF INTERSECTION OF QUAIL ST & BELLAMY AVE RUN S 168 FT W 100 FT N 153 FT E TO POB OR 302/496 LESS R/W ON N AS PER OR 378/415) OR 4195/1926

Zoning Description: Residential

Lot Size Acres: 0.24

Bathrooms Half: 1

Living Area: 1401

Living Area Source: Public Records

Building Area Total: 1569

CDD Fee YN: No

Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: No

Association YN: No

Homestead YN: Yes

Waterfront YN: No

Senior Community YN: No

Direction Faces: North

Directions: From Gainesville take SR 26 east. As you enter the town of Melrose the house will be on your right. It is located on the corner of Quail and SR 26.

Public Remarks: Step back in time while enjoying modern possibilities with this beautifully preserved historic home, originally built in 1885 by Henry Baldwin of Naugatuck, Connecticut. Nestled in the heart of picturesque Melrose, Florida, this two-story residence offers a rare blend of heritage, charm, and versatility.Featuring 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, the home boasts classic architectural details and inviting living spaces filled with warmth and character. Relax and unwind on the front or back porches, perfect for enjoying Florida's tranquil surroundings, morning coffee, or evening gatherings.The property also includes a quaint metal-roofed workshop, brimming with potential--easily convertible into a charming guest cottage, studio, or creative retreat. There is also another small out building perfect for storage.Adding to its appeal, the property is zoned for home-based business use, offering a unique opportunity.

Accessibility Features YN: No

New Construction YN: No

Garage YN: No

Carport YN: No

Pool Private YN: No

Water Body Access YN: No

Furnished: Unfurnished

Stories: 2

List Price/SqFt: 235.55

Bedrooms Total: 4

Bathrooms Full: 2

Bathrooms Total: 3

Year Built: 1885

Electric Oven: 1

Refrigerator: 1

Washer/Dryer Stacked: 1

Wood Siding: 1

Multi Units: 1

Wall/Window Unit(s): 1

Residential: 1

Fireplaces Total: 2

Carpet: 1

Laminate: 1

Vinyl: 1

Wood: 1

Other: 1

Lower Level: 1

Two: 1

Cash: 1

Conventional: 1

FHA: 1

VA Loan: 1

Corner Lot: 1

Historic Area: 1

Shed(s): 1

Workshop: 1

Other: 1

Close Of Escrow: 1

Asphalt: 1

Metal: 1

Septic Tank: 1

Electricity Available: 1

Water Connected: 1

Public: 1

Historic: 1

Curbs: 1

Sidewalks: 1

Front Porch: 1

Porch: 1

Rear Porch: 1

Eat-in Kitchen: 1

Primary Downstairs: 1

Updated/Remodeled: 1

DPR Eligible: Yes

Kitchen: 1

Kitchen Level: First

Living Room: 1

Living Room Level: First

Primary Bedroom: 1

Primary Bedroom Level: First

Street Number: 25415

Street Direction Prefix: NE

Street Name: SR 26

County: Alachua

State: FL

Postal Code: 32666

MLS Area Major: 722-Orange Heights-South Of SR-26

Subdivision Name: Melrose

Major Change Timestamp: 2026-03-25T13:31:12Z

Major Change Type: New Listing