Address
8315 Lilly Lake Road, MELROSE, FL
Price
$ 795,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#GC541579
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyClay
- CityMELROSE
- AreaMelrose
- NeighborhoodOPAL LAKE
- Zip32666
- StyleContemporary
- Year Built1999
- Taxes$ 6060
- Price$ 795,000
- Bedrooms6
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage4425
- Lot Size1.69 Acres
Data Source:
Stellar MLS
Property Description
Where Lake Life Meets Country Comfort 8315 Lilly Lake Road • Melrose, Florida • $795,000 Imagine waking up beneath a canopy of mature oaks, spending your afternoons beside the pool, and ending the day with the peaceful beauty of private Lake Opal just beyond your door. Welcome to a truly special Melrose retreat—an expansive 4,425-square-foot brick home nestled on 1.69 acres of picturesque lakefront property. Designed for both comfortable everyday living and unforgettable gatherings, this six-bedroom, four-bath home offers the space, flexibility, and setting today's buyers are looking for. Inside, the heart of the home is the generous kitchen and inviting family spaces, where gatherings naturally become the centerpiece of everyday life. A spacious family room flows into a dedicated game room, complete with a pool table and built-in ping-pong table—creating an ideal setting for holidays, weekend guests, or simply enjoying time together. Need room for everyone? You have it. The home includes six bedrooms, the in-law suite features its own private entrance—perfect for extended family, guests, multigenerational living, or a private home office arrangement. One bedroom offers excellent flexibility as a dedicated office, study, or creative space. Storage is anything but an afterthought. A huge pantry/storage area, large laundry room with built-in drop zone and ironing board, plus additional storage beneath the pool deck provide practical solutions for everything from everyday organization to outdoor equipment. And then there is the lifestyle. Step outside and enjoy your own private oasis with a pool, hot tub, lake views, fenced yard, dog run, RV hookup, and oversized parking. Mature trees provide shade and privacy while Lake Opal creates a beautiful backdrop for quiet mornings, weekend recreation, fishing, swimming, and sunset gatherings. With a metal roof, brick exterior, private well and septic system, this property combines enduring construction with the relaxed appeal of lake-country living. Located in the Melrose/Keystone Heights area, the property offers a peaceful retreat while remaining conveniently positioned for access to Gainesville, Ocala, St. Augustine, and Jacksonville. More Than a Home—It's a Place to Gather, Unwind & Make Memories. Whether you're looking for a spacious primary residence, a multigenerational home, a private lake retreat, or simply a property where family and friends can come together, 8315 Lilly Lake Road offers an uncommon combination of space, privacy, recreation, and waterfront living. Come experience Lake Opal living for yourself.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Listed $795,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Central,Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow,Negotiable |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Electric Water Heater,Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Range,Range Hood,Refrigerator,Water Softener |
| Zoning | SINGLE FAM |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Covered,Front Porch,Rear Porch,Screened |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary |
| Pool Features | Auto Cleaner,Deck,In Ground,Salt Water,Screen Enclosure,Tile |
| Construction Materials | Brick,HardiPlank Type |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Year Built | 1999 |
| View | Trees/Woods,Water |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Accessibility | Accessible Approach with Ramp,Accessible Bedroom,Accessible Doors,Central Living Area |
| County | Clay |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | OPAL LAKE |
| Facing Direction | West |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Kennel/Dog Run |
| Total Rooms | 8 |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From Gainesville, go east on SR 26 to Melrose, turn left onto SR 21, turn right onto CR 214, Right onto Melrose Rd, then left onto Lilly Lake Rd, home is the first on the left. |
| City | MELROSE |
| Senior Community Y/N | false |
| MLS Area | 32666 - Melrose |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 73398 |
| Carport Y/N | false |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Spa Features | Above Ground,Heated |
| Property Attached Y/N | false |
| Land Lease Y/N | false |
| Tax Annual Amount | 6060.17 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | false |
| Property Condition | Completed |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | false |
| Lease Considered Y/N | true |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.propertypanorama.com/instaview/stellar/GC541579 |
| Building Area Units | Square Feet |
| Living Area Units | Square Feet |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Tax Lot | 10 |
| Legal Description | LOT 10 OPAL LAKE AS REC O R 4132 PG 733 |
| Water View | Lake |
| Water Access Type | Lake |
| Minimum Lease | No Minimum |
| Water Access Y/N | true |
| Additional Rooms | Attic,Den/Library/Office,Family Room,Inside Utility,Interior In-Law Suite w/Private Entry,Storage Rooms |
| Water View Y/N | true |
| Flood Zone Code | X* |
| In Law Suite YN | true |
| In Law Suite Description | 1 Bathroom,Attached,Kitchenette,Private Entrance |
| Flood Zone Code X | Yes |
| DockY/N | true |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Ceiling Fan(s),Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Open Floorplan,Split Bedroom,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s),Wet Bar,Window Treatments |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Luxury Vinyl,Tile |
| Furnished Y/N | Unfurnished |
| Total Stories | 2 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Laundry Features | Electric Dryer Hookup,Inside,Laundry Room,Washer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 6 |
| LivingAreaSource | Public Records |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Dog Run,French Doors,Irrigation System,RV Hookup,Sidewalk,Storage |
|---|---|
| Vegetation | Mature Landscaping,Trees/Landscaped |
| Fencing | Chain Link,Fenced,Other |
| Parking Features | Circular Driveway,Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Ground Level,Open,Oversized,Parking Pad,RV Parking |
| Lot Features | In County,Sloped |
| Water Source | Well |
| Lot Size Area | 1.685 |
| Foundation Details | Slab |
| Spa | true |
| Building Area Total | 5483 |
| Lot Dimensions | 100 x 734 |
| Lot Size Acres | 1.69 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt,Dirt |
| Private Pool | true |
| Waterfront Y/N | false |
| Covered Spaces | 2 |
| Number of Lots | 1 |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 32666
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