On the "BAY OF SANTA FE LAKE" in historic Melrose Florida is the Rosemary Daurer home. The late Mrs Daurer was one of the instrumental figures who helped preserve what we call the "Magic of Melrose". The Bay front block 4/3 block home, the 2/1 Bay front cottage and boat house with private lagoon sits on 1.30 acres. The property is landscaped with many varieties of citrus trees, native flowers, and large live oaks with endless Garlands of Spanish moss. The 2 story main home includes: 2 master beds w/ adjoining full bath, a large living room w/ wood floors wood ceiling, spacious kitchen and a solarium that overlooks the Bay. The bottom story has a 4 car garage that splits the 2/2 east and west apartments, each with their own kitchens. The 2/1 cottage near the entrance of the private Lagoon features 100'' of water front, a large screened porch for those unbelievable sunset views. Although "The Bay" is peaceful and quiet with its enforced no-wake zone, the 6000 acre main Lake is ideal for, wake boarding, wake surfing, skiing, tubing, fishing, sailing, kayaking, and more. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, art walk, live music, boat shop. By appointment only, call listing office.
On the ''BAY OF SANTA FE LAKE'' in Historic Melrose Florida is the Rosemary Daurer home. The late Mrs Daurer was one of the instrumental figures who helped preserve what we call the ''Magic of Melrose''. The main block 4/3 home, the 2/1 Bay Front cottage and boat house with private lagoon sit on 1.30 acres. The property is landscaped with many varieties of citrus trees, native flowers, and large live oaks draped with Garlands of Spanish moss. The 2 story main home features: 2 master beds w/ adjoining full bath, large living room w/ wood floors and ceiling, fireplace, spacious kitchen and a solarium that overlooks Melrose Bay. The 2/1 cottage right on the waters edge has a large screened porch for those unbelievable sunset views. Come join us and experience ''THE LAKE LIFE'' .
Stellar MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #GC423159
Sep 30, 2019
Sold
$375,000
$77/sq ft
Mar 7, 2019
Listed
$529,900
$109/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,972 (+8.4%)
2024
$3,666 (+2.8%)
2023
$3,565 (+7.9%)
2022
$3,305 (+0.7%)
2021
$3,281 (−0.3%)
2020
$3,292 (−50.3%)
2019
$6,626 (+53.7%)
$221,920 + $149,650
$371,570
2018
$4,310 (−0.4%)
2017
$4,327 (+4.0%)
2016
$4,162
2015
$4,164 (+0.5%)
2014
$4,145
Tax history for 733 Seminole Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,972 (+8.4%)
2024
$3,666 (+2.8%)
2023
$3,565 (+7.9%)
2022
$3,305 (+0.7%)
2021
$3,281 (−0.3%)
2020
$3,292 (−50.3%)
2019
$6,626 (+53.7%)
$221,920 + $149,650
$371,570
2018
$4,310 (−0.4%)
2017
$4,327 (+4.0%)
2016
$4,162
2015
$4,164 (+0.5%)
2014
$4,145
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.3 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
4,652
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Putnam County
APN
13-09-22-0000-0070-0000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
R-1A
Residential-1 District
The purpose of the residential-1 (R-1, R-1A and R-1HA) zoning districts is to provide a residential zoning district for use primarily in the rural residential, rural center, urban service and urban reserve land use classifications shown on the Putnam County Future Land Use Map. It may also be used to implement the residential use policies of the agriculture future land use category.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 6
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 4
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 4
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fans(s), Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Dormitorio Principal Arriba, Split Bedroom
Window Features: Blinds
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, None
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Block, Concrete
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Exterior Features: Balcony, Irrigation System
Fencing: Masonry, Partial, Wire
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake, Lake
Farm Information
Barn Features: Other
Property Information
CDD Y/N: 0
Homestead Y/N: 0
Property Type: Residential
Land Information
Total Acreage: 1 to less than 2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Other
Lot Size Acres: 1.3
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size Square Meters: 5261
Other Exemptions YN: 0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,309
Tax Year: 2018
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Utilities: Water - Multiple Meters
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Requirement: None
School Information
Elementary School: Melrose Elementary School
Middle Or Junior High School: C.H.Price Middle School
High School: Interlachen High School
Location Information
Directions: From C21 drive west to Grove St, straight to Seminole Ridge then to sign on left.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,652
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: 1993
County: Putnam County
APN: 13-09-22-0000-0070-0000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Other
Listing Date Information
Days to Contract: 154
Status Contractual Search Date: 2019-09-30
Listing Price Information
Calculated List Price By Calculated Sq Ft: 108.56
Home Information
Living Area: 4881
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Public Records
Living Area Meters: 453.46
Building Area Total: 6885
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Public Records
Around this home
Schools
Melrose Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Interlachen High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 16.7mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Melrose, FL • 32666
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 6.1 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.