View as you get closer to the home... - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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Your own private beach just waiting for you... - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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Space to play too! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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Welcome! Let's go inside the main home... - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Magnificent open great room and dining area... - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Don't forget to notice the built-in gas fireplace and oh...the view! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Space for even the largest of dining tables! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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A custom designed kitchen with every detail you can imagine! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Storage space galore! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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A walk-in pantry closet loaded with space! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Spacious utility room too! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
One of the two Primary Bedrooms with en-suite bathroom and a great view! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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A step in shower with grab-bars installed for safety - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
A dog washing station if needed! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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2nd Primary bedroom with an incredible view plus a gas fireplace! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Notice the gas fireplace... - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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Custom built-in cabinetry throughout... - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Plus a walk-in closet - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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A stunning en-suite bathroom - you will love it! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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Two separate vanities... - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Step put onto this private screened in porch...oh the sunsets! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
What a view! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
A perfect den/office or separate living space... - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
A huge guest bedroom also with a private covered porch with an amazing view! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Guests and family will love this screened porch off the bedroom! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Bedroom #4 loaded with natural light... - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Bedroom #5 is bright and cheery! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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Guest bathroom conveniently located in the main living area and close to the 4th and 5th bedroom loaded with space to move around! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Peace and quiet all around... - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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A one BR, one full bath separate living space plus a separate 1 BR 1 BA up the stairs with a small kitchen area too! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Great open space here at one of the ADU guest spaces! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Full bath! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Second living space in the separate living space! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
ADU full bathroom - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Huge closet space! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Incredible garden area! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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Equipment storage space - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
Tons of storage space or possibly renovate? So many possibilities! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
A bird's eye view! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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Come take a look and fall in love! - 8386 AUSTIN RD, MELROSE
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$785,000

8386 AUSTIN RD
MELROSE, FL 32666
Listed by Joan Sroka · HORIZON REALTY OF ALACHUA INC
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Living area
3,688 sqft
Year built
1955

About this home

Seller is Welcome to an extraordinary opportunity to own a true waterfront retreat on the crystal-clear, spring-fed waters of Lake Lily, one of North Central Florida’s most sought-after private lakes. This stunning property offers the perfect balance of luxury, recreation, and income potential, featuring a spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath main home with over 3,300 square feet offering two primary suites and 3 guest bedrooms plus a separate auxillary dwelling unit (ADU) with two private 1-bedroom, 1-bath efficiency living spaces, each just under 400 square feet, ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income. Sellers are also offering a closing cost credit to make the personal changes you want with an acceptable offer! Built with solid block construction, this home is designed for both durability and comfort. Inside, a beautifully updated kitchen anchors the home, blending style and functionality while opening seamlessly into the main living spaces. The expansive great room is a true showstopper, with walls of windows that capture breathtaking panoramic views of the lake, built-n cabinets and a gas fireplace, creating a light-filled space perfect for relaxing or entertaining year-round. Wake up to water views from multiple bedrooms, three of which offer private porch views overlooking the lake. The luxurious primary suite is a retreat of its own, complete with a screened in covered porch, custom cabinetry, and a spa-inspired bathroom featuring an oversized shower and a deep soaker tub. Step outside and experience the ultimate lake lifestyle. A huge oversized deck provide the perfect setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, while your private sandy beach and dock invite you to swim, sunbathe, or launch into a day of boating. Known for its pristine waters, Lake Lily offers the rare combination of being large enough for water skiing and jet skis, yet peaceful enough for quiet mornings and unforgettable sunset views. Surrounded by natural beauty and located within easy reach of Gainesville, Jacksonville, and Ocala, this property also places you near the charming communities of Melrose and Keystone Heights, known for their local dining and shopping. All this is located on 1.48 acres with a spectacular garden loaded with flowers, vegetables and plentiful fruit trees just waiting for you! Whether you're seeking a full-time lakefront residence, a private getaway, or a property with built-in income potential, this one-of-a-kind Lake Lily estate delivers an unmatched lifestyle where every day feels like a vacation.

Highlights

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Property details

MLS #
MFRGC539637
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
NOT IN SUBDIVISION
Status
Active
Days on market
93
On market date
April 22, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
3
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
1.48 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2.44 mi away · Grades -1-6
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
386
Student:teacher ratio
16.1:1
District
PUTNAM
Middle
None found nearby
High
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH
3.14 mi away · Grades 7-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,236
Student:teacher ratio
18.4:1
District
CLAY

Walkability

Blended score for MELROSE's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

13
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.2 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

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Est. monthly payment
$4,877/mo
$157,000 down
$628,000 loan
Principal & interest$4,073
Property tax (est.)$654
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Stellar MLS (mfrmls) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 24, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.