Are yards well-kept in Melrose, FL?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Melrose, FL?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Melrose, FL?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say car is needed

Does Melrose, FL show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Melrose, FL quiet?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Melrose, FL?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say there's wildlife

Would people walk alone at night in Melrose, FL?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Melrose, FL dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's dog friendly

Do residents of Melrose, FL plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Melrose, FL?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do kids play outside in Melrose, FL?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say kids play outside

Are the streets well-lit in Melrose, FL?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Melrose, FL walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Melrose, FL walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are there community events in Melrose, FL?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say there are community events

Does Melrose, FL have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 25% of users say there are sidewalks

What is the price history for 6513 Latchstring Rd?

6513 Latchstring Rd in Melrose, FL last sold for $200,000 in April 2016.

Is Melrose a buyer's or seller's market?

Melrose is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Melrose?

Residents describe Melrose, FL as well-kept, easy to park in, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Melrose, FL .

What are the closest schools to 6513 Latchstring Rd?

The closest schools to 6513 Latchstring Rd in Melrose, FL are Chester Shell Elementary School (rated 2/10), Hawthorne Middle/High School (rated 3/10).

OFF MARKET

$200,000

Last sold price

2,270 sqft (on 0.75 acres)

6513 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL 32666

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 20, 2016 for $200,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bath	Sqft
TBD CENTRE Street, Melrose, FL	0.43	Lot/Land	$33,000	09/19/26	-	-
6010 CENTRE STREET LOT 1, Melrose, FL	0.43	Lot/Land	$33,000	09/19/26	-	-
SE 2nd Ave, Melrose, FL	0.67	Lot/Land	$50,000	03/18/26	-	-
6849 Grove Rd, Melrose, FL	0.84	Lot/Land	$36,000	06/29/26	-	-
5065 NE 219A County Road, Melrose, FL	1.42	Lot/Land	$410,000	12/11/25	-	-
101 ASHLEY LAKE Drive, Melrose, FL	1.79	Lot/Land	$60,000	12/15/25	-	-
101 ASHLEY LAKE DRIVE LOT 5, Melrose, FL	1.81	Lot/Land	$60,000	12/16/25	-	-
5065 NE County Road 219A, Melrose, FL	1.50	Lot/Land	$410,000	12/11/25	-	-
0 ASHLEY LAKE Drive, Melrose, FL	2.26	Lot/Land	$60,000	12/30/25	-	-
204 Country Living Cir, Melrose, FL	2.18	Lot/Land	$20,000	06/30/26	-	-

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
6328 DOGWOOD Lane, Melrose, FL 32666	0.16	$925,000	3	2	2,252	For Sale
6324 DOGWOOD Lane, Melrose, FL 32666	0.19	$976,700	4	3	2,389	Off Market
6027 DOGWOOD Lane, Melrose, FL 32666	0.25	$319,000	3	2	1,753	Off Market
25608 DEVONIA STREET, Melrose, FL 32666	0.29	$899,000	3	2.5	2,556	For Sale
6116 TROUT Street, Melrose, FL 32666	0.30	$474,000	3	3	2,445	For Sale
6025 LEXINGTON AVENUE, Melrose, FL 32666	0.31	$130,200	3	1	1,271	Off Market
LOT 18 TROUT Street, Melrose, FL 32666	0.34	$119,900	-	-	-	For Sale
6015 QUAIL Street, Melrose, FL 32666	0.34	$406,900	2	1	1,611	Off Market
719 SEMINOLE RIDGE ROAD, Melrose, FL 32666	0.37	$1,389,100	2	2.5	3,123	Off Market
TROUT STREET LOT 18, Melrose, FL 32666	0.41	$119,900	-	-	-	For Sale
25327 NE STATE ROAD 26, Melrose, FL 32666	0.42	$84,000	2	2	1,400	Recently Sold
25415 NE STATE ROAD 26, Melrose, FL 32666	0.42	$320,000	4	2.5	1,401	For Sale

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Lot/Land

Built in 2023

0.75 acre lot

2,270 sqft

About this House

Gorgeous sloping wooded buildable lot with 50 feet of waterfront on Melrose Bay (part of Lake Santa Fe) and a nice dock. Owners have two different house plans designed specifically for this property. It is the only remaining undeveloped lot on Melrose Bay. The property is at the end of Latchstring Road in Alachua County and surrounded by very nice homes.

6513 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL 32666 is a 2,270 sqft lot/land built in 2023. It last sold for $200,000 on Apr 20, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 6513 Latchstring Rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Electric
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile, Carpet

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Other

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2023
Property Type / Style Property Type: Lot Land

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.75 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 24, 2021 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved
Aug 23, 2016 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved	$205,000
Jul 29, 2016 Source: N/A	Pending	$205,000
Apr 20, 2016 Source: N/A	Sold	$200,000
Feb 15, 2016 Source: N/A	Pending	$205,000
Jan 7, 2016 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$205,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$7,954	$418,317

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Market trends in Melrose

Last updated August 2026

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Around this home

Chester Shell Elementary School
K-5
Public
238 Students
Alachua County Public Schools
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Overall, not a bad school. My son went here and we had no major problems. He enjoyed his time there.
Parent Review
1y ago
7 Reviews

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What Locals Say about Melrose

At least 22 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say yards are well-kept
93 % Say parking is easy
92 % Say car is needed
88 % Say there's holiday spirit
81 % Say it's quiet
78 % Say there's wildlife
71 % Say people would walk alone at night
69 % Say it's dog friendly
67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
57 % Say neighbors are friendly
55 % Say kids play outside
42 % Say streets are well-lit
40 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
31 % Say there are community events
25 % Say there are sidewalks

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Daisee712
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2y ago
"It’s beautiful and the parks are clean and good for kids it’s a nice place to visit hope everyone feels the same "
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Yolanda C. R.
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6y ago
"Los of places to walk, but not all did owners are responsible and not all keep their dogs leashed. you have to watch for dogs on the loose"
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6y ago
"people walk their dogs regularly but there are also people who do not leash their dogs and you have to be careful of there are large dogs running loose"
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"I work on the west side of Gainesville and it's about 45 minute commute in traffic when school is in session"
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Brandie M.
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7y ago
"Artwalk is hosted by several galleries and local businesses. Chiappinis has live music on the weekends. We have an excellent Elementary school. our local library hosts events for everything from babies through all ages and stages of life. We have a local youth sports organization. "
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Sean.a.deffendall
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7y ago
" Great neighborhood. Perfect for families. Easy access to lakes. Quick drive to Gainesville and Palatka."
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Robert S.
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8y ago
"The town of Melrose is unique and charming. The residential areas are quiet and the people are friendly. It’s a little secluded but the right distance from civilization. "
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Susan
15y ago
"Wonderful area, small community. Easy drive to lots of towns. Work in city, live in country."
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Frequently asked questions about 6513 Latchstring Rd

What is the price history for 6513 Latchstring Rd?
6513 Latchstring Rd in Melrose, FL last sold for $200,000 in April 2016.
Is Melrose a buyer's or seller's market?
Melrose is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Melrose?
Residents describe Melrose, FL as well-kept, easy to park in, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Melrose, FL.
What are the closest schools to 6513 Latchstring Rd?
The closest schools to 6513 Latchstring Rd in Melrose, FL are Chester Shell Elementary School (rated 2/10), Hawthorne Middle/High School (rated 3/10).

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