Residential Land with Home for Sale in Melrose, Florida
6720 Mount Vernon Dr, Melrose, FL 32666
Rare opportunity to own a self-sustaining lakefront retreat on a highly sought-after private, spring-fed lake in Melrose/Keystone Heights, Lake Geneva. Tucked away on 1.056 acres, completely fenced and cross-fenced at the end of a quiet, county-maintained dirt road, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers unmatched privacy, serenity, and panoramic lake views--yet remains conveniently close to grocery stores and Keystone Heights schools.
Enjoy true lake living with a double-decker dock built in (2020) and the boat house in (2022) featuring a covered 10,000 lbs boat lift, water slide overlooking a crystal-clear, sandy-bottom lake reaching depths of up to 30 feet, ideal for wake surfing and water sports. Stunning lake views can be enjoyed from the primary bedroom, kitchen, multiple porch areas, and the dock. One full 30-amp RV hookup in the front portion of the property.
Built for efficiency and peace of mind, the home is equipped with Tesla solar panels and two Tesla battery backups, delivering low utility costs and continuous power during outages. Outdoor amenities include a fire pit area, a fully fenced yard with an automatic gate, a chicken coop, a garden, and mature orange trees, making this property ideal for sustainable living.
The home offers 2,056 sq ft of heated/cooled living space (2,952 sq ft total), including an attached two-car garage, plus abundant storage in the attic, crawl space, and under the porch. Recent updates include all appliances, a new roof (2017), new exterior paint (2018), and a new water heater (2019).
Whether you're seeking a full-time residence or the ultimate lakefront escape, this property delivers the perfect balance of modern comfort, privacy, sustainability, and recreational lake life. Bring your boat and experience waterfront living at its finest.
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Location
- Street address
- 6720 Mount Vernon Dr
- County
- Clay County
- Community
- Lake Geneva
- Elevation
- 131 feet
Directions
Driving east on University Ave toward Melrose. Keep going till you get to 121 and turn left, and keep following till you get to CR 214, turn right, and follow to Mount Vernon Drive, and turn left onto Mount Vernon Drive, and follow the road til you see the sign on the left-hand side.
Property details
- Acreage
- 1.56 acres
- Zoning
- X
- MLS #
- MFRMLS GC537011
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $3,245
Parcels
- 31-08-23-004737-000-00
Resources
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Waterfront
- Lake Front, Waterfront
- Features
- Dock
Exterior
- Parking
- Attached Garage, Garage
- Structures
- Storage
- Features
- Fire Pit, French Doors, Playground, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, RV Hookup
Structure
- Heating
- Central
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Hardi Plank Type
- Roof
- Shingle
Interior
- Room Count
- 6
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 2, Bedroom x 3, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
- Flooring
- Ceramic Tile, Tile
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| McRae Elementary School-CL | Elementary |
| Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High-CL | Middle |
| Keystone Heights Junior/Senior High-CL | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2026 | New listing | $549,000 | — | MFRMLS |