For sale

$294,900

235 ASHLEY LAKE DRIVE, MELROSE, FL 32666

2beds

1,248sqft

$1,984/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1986

1.25 Acres Lot

$281,300 Zestimate^®

$236/sqft

$5/mo HOA

What's special

Peaceful Lakefront Cottage Retreat!! Escape to your own private waterfront sanctuary! This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, nature, and tranquility in a picturesque lakefront cottage setting. Step inside to a spacious open floor plan featuring a large family room with soaring ceilings and a cozy gas fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space for relaxing or entertaining. The expansive screened porch is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee, unwind in the evening, or take in breathtaking lake views. Surrounded by abundant wildlife, this peaceful retreat feels miles away from it all while offering the comforts of home. The calm lake is ideal for kayaking, fishing, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature right from your backyard. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, a vacation home, or to use as an air-bnb, this lakefront gem offers the serene lifestyle you've been dreaming of.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Features: Dual Closets
Level: First
Area: 162.4 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14x11.6

Bedroom 2

Features: Built-in Closet
Level: First
Area: 132 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11x12

Great room

Features: Coat Closet
Level: First
Area: 353.15 Square Feet
Dimensions: 19.5x18.11

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 75.6 Square Feet
Dimensions: 9x8.4

Heating

Central, Electric

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry: Laundry Room

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl
Doors: French Doors
Windows: Window Treatments
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,511
Total interior livable area: 1,248 sqft

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Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Carport
Carport spaces: 1

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Screened
Exterior features: Private Mailbox, Private Yard
Fencing: Wire
Has view: Yes
View description: Water, Lake
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Water,Lake
Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake - Chain of Lakes, Lake Privileges, No Wake Zone, Powerboats – None Allowed
Body of water: LAKE ASHLEY

Lot

Size: 1.25 Acres
Dimensions: 124.6 x 429
Residential vegetation: Wooded

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 200923010000200240
Zoning: RES
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cottage
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Frame
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1986

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well
Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Underground Utilities, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Pet fee: $0 monthly
Subdivision: ASHLEY LAKE PLANTATION

HOA

Has HOA: Yes
HOA fee: $5 monthly
HOA name: Ashley Lake Association

Location

Region: Melrose

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $236/sqft
Tax assessed value: $228,560
Annual tax amount: $971
Date on market: 7/11/2026
Cumulative days on market: 44 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Ownership: Fee Simple
Total actual rent: 0
Electric utility on property: Yes
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$281,300

$267,000 - $295,000

$2,092/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/12/2026	Listed for sale	$294,900+110.6%$236/sqft
Source: Stellar MLS #GC541685 Report a problem
11/8/2019	Sold	$140,000-6.6%$112/sqft
Source: realMLS #1005554 Report a problem
10/20/2019	Pending sale	$149,900$120/sqft
Source: CB ISAAC REALTY #1005554 Report a problem
9/11/2019	Price change	$149,900-3.3%$120/sqft
Source: CB ISAAC REALTY #1005554 Report a problem
7/15/2019	Listed for sale	$155,000$124/sqft
Source: CB ISAAC REALTY #1005554 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$853 +5%	$228,560 +25.3%
2023	$813 -1.6%	$182,480 +16.3%
2022	$826 +0.4%	$156,960 +33.2%
2021	$823 -6.7%	$117,870 +8.2%
2020	$881 -43.8%	$108,960 +50.6%
2018	$1,568	$72,330 +6.7%
2017	$1,568 +2.7%	$67,810 +6.9%
2016	$1,527 +7.4%	$63,450 -0.3%
2015	$1,421 -5.4%	$63,667 -1.4%
2014	$1,503	$64,574 -0.3%
2013	--	$64,736 +5.4%
2012	--	$61,414 -35.5%
2011	--	$95,142 -14%
2010	--	$110,566 -0.8%
2009	--	$111,461 -0.9%
2008	--	$112,500 -0.9%
2007	--	$113,489 +58.5%
2005	--	$71,587 +9.2%
2004	--	$65,547 +9.9%
2003	--	$59,636 -4.7%
2002	--	$62,607 +2.3%
2001	--	$61,215 +0.9%
2000	--	$60,677