5710 TROUT Street, Melrose, FL 32666
$490,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
3
Baths:
3
Square Footage:
3,009
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$490,000
List Date:
1/17/2026
Last Modified:
2/02/2026
Description
Incredible investment opportunity in historic downtown Melrose! This is your chance to own and restore *Oakhurst*, a 3-story Victorian masterpiece built in 1885. Boasting 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3,009 square feet of authentic craftsmanship, this home is a true testament to the architectural grandeur of its time. Situated on 1.24 acres, the property features solid hardwood flooring, 10' ceilings, and classic period details including a double fireplace, beadboard accents, clawfoot tub, and vintage light fixtures. Relax on the charming front porch swing or enjoy the 2nd-story balcony with peaceful views. The spacious layout offers oversized bedrooms, formal and informal dining rooms, and a large open kitchen. The 2014 metal roof addition provides additional living space, while the 40x40 RV-sized metal building with two bays and roll-up doors offers ample storage or workspace. A partially restored and unfinished 20x30 outbuilding with HVAC could easily be transformed into an office,
Supplements: studio, or guest house. The fully fenced, gated yard with an in-ground swimming pool provides the perfect setting for family gatherings or relaxation. Located just a short commute to Gainesville and Palatka, *Oakhurst* has the potential to be the crown jewel of Melrose once more, with possibilities for Airbnb or other investment ventures. Melrose water and modern amenities are already in place. This home is a rare find with endless potentialmake it yours today!
More Information MLS# 2117193
Contract Information
Property Attached YN: No
Current Price: $490,000
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Status: Active
List Price: $490,000
Listing Contract Date: 2025-11-10
Location, Tax, and Legal
Country: US
Parcel Number: 18720-000-000
Tax Annual Amount: 7231.44
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Legal Description: SIMS SURVEY DB J-847-848 S 4/5 OF LOTS 74 75 & 60 FT ADJ ON S SIDE OR 4766/0343
Zoning Description: Single Family
General Property Information
Bathrooms Half: 0
Living Area: 3009
Living Area Source: Public Records
CDD Fee YN: No
Accessory Dwelling Unit Y/N: Yes
Association YN: No
Homestead YN: No
Waterfront YN: No
Senior Community YN: No
Directions: From Intersection of SR 26 and SR 21 in Melrose. West on SR 26 to left on Trout St. Property on left. See sign.
Public Remarks: Incredible investment opportunity in historic downtown Melrose! This is your chance to own and restore *Oakhurst*, a 3-story Victorian masterpiece built in 1885. Boasting 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 3,009 square feet of authentic craftsmanship, this home is a true testament to the architectural grandeur of its time. Situated on 1.24 acres, the property features solid hardwood flooring, 10' ceilings, and classic period details including a double fireplace, beadboard accents, clawfoot tub, and vintage light fixtures. Relax on the charming front porch swing or enjoy the 2nd-story balcony with peaceful views. The spacious layout offers oversized bedrooms, formal and informal dining rooms, and a large open kitchen. The 2014 metal roof addition provides additional living space, while the 40x40 RV-sized metal building with two bays and roll-up doors offers ample storage or workspace. A partially restored and unfinished 20x30 outbuilding with HVAC could easily be transformed into an office,
Accessibility Features YN: No
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport YN: No
Pool Private YN: Yes
Water Body Access YN: No
Stories: 3
List Price/SqFt: 162.84
Bedrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Total: 3
Year Built: 1885
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Electric Range: 1
Electric Water Heater: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Cooling
Central Air: 1
Current Use
Residential: 1
Single Family: 1
Exterior Features
Balcony: 1
Fencing
Chain Link: 1
Fireplace Features
Fireplaces Total: 2
Double Sided: 1
Flooring
Tile: 1
Vinyl: 1
Wood: 1
Heating
Central: 1
Levels
Three Or More: 1
Listing Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Lot Features
Cleared: 1
Other Structures
Barn(s): 1
Guest House: 1
Workshop: 1
Parking Features
Detached: 1
Pool Features
In Ground: 1
Possession
Close Of Escrow: 1
Road Frontage Type
City Street: 1
Road Surface Type
Asphalt: 1
Dirt: 1
Roof
Metal: 1
Shingle: 1
Sewer
Septic Tank: 1
Utilities
Electricity Connected: 1
Water Connected: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Architectural Style
Victorian: 1
Patio And Porch Features
Covered: 1
Porch: 1
Rear Porch: 1
Side Porch: 1
Accessory Dwelling Information
Dwelling Type: Other
ADU Attached Y/N: No
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Eat-in Kitchen: 1
DPR Eligible
DPR Eligible: Yes
Location Tax and Legal
Street Number: 5710
Street Name: TROUT
Street Suffix: Street
County: Alachua
State: FL
Postal Code: 32666
MLS Area Major: 722-Orange Heights-South Of SR-26
Subdivision Name: Melrose
Status Change Information
Major Change Timestamp: 2026-01-21T16:44:19Z
Major Change Type: Price Reduced
Price Change Timestamp: 2026-01-21T16:44:19Z
Property Features
Architectural Style: Victorian
Levels: Three Or More
Appliances: Dishwasher; Electric Range; Electric Water Heater; Refrigerator
Fireplace Features: Double Sided
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s); Eat-in Kitchen
Flooring: Tile; Vinyl; Wood
Utilities: Electricity Connected; Water Connected
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Other Structures: Barn(s); Guest House; Workshop
Exterior Features: Balcony
Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Porch; Rear Porch; Side Porch
Pool Features: In Ground
Roof: Metal; Shingle
Parking Features: Detached
Lot Features: Cleared
Fencing: Chain Link
Current Use: Residential; Single Family
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Surface Type: Asphalt; Dirt
Possession: Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional
Listing Office:
CENTURY 21 LAKESIDE REALTY
Last Updated: February - 02 - 2026
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.