
5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE, ORLANDO, FL, 32829
Active46 days on marketListed Jun 18, 2026MLS #O6417846
About this home
5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE
Welcome to the highly desirable Melrose subdivision in Vista Lakes, a private gated community with only 81 large homes. This 5-bedroom 3 1/2 bath is a 3-way split plan pool home nestled on a wooded conservation lot with no rear neighbors! * All living is on the main level except the bonus room * Enter through a gracious covered porch to a tiled foyer overlooking formal living & dining areas with arches, faux stone pillars and hardwood floors * Line-of-sight from the foyer to the covered & screened lanai, pool & conservation area * Primary bedroom and adjoining office are immediately to the right of the foyer (floor plan available) * Spacious (18’ x 12’) primary bedroom with private access to the covered lanai and screened pool * Oversize walk-in closet, Crown molding, arched niche and zoned HVAC! Renovated and luxurious primary bath - impressive step-in shower with 7’+ high seamless glass surround, expansive 11 foot quartz top double vanity with knee space, Merich 5’ jetted soaking tub, private water closet, large walk-in closet with built-in organizers, rods and shelves in addition to a secondary closet for additional storage * Primary bedroom has access to large (14’ x 12) nursery/office with wide plank luxury vinyl flooring and access to the foyer * From the Primary bedroom the tile walkway leads to the renovated kitchen and family room * Renovated and spacious (16 x 13) kitchen is a chef’s delight with cooktop, double oven, rich cherrywood cabinets with staggered upper cabinets, dentil crown molding, massive amounts of exotic granite countertops, 2 sets of double pan drawers, center island and breakfast bar * Kitchen with adjoining breakfast nook has seamless glass bay window for an unobstructed view of the pool with waterfall and the family room with wide plank luxury vinyl flooring, access to the 3rd and 4th bedrooms and renovated guest bath * Completing the 3-way split is a 5th bedroom with remodeled pool planned bath * Off the kitchen is the laundry room, entrance to the 3 car garage and staircase leading to the bonus room * Light & airy and expansive (28x19) bonus room with half-bath and wide plank luxury vinyl flooring feels even larger due to plenty of natural light and vaulted ceiling * Bonus room has both walk-in and step-in closets for additional storage * Covered and screened lanai overlooks a 30’ x 15’ freeform pool with stacked stone cascading waterfall and peaceful conservation view * Double pane windows and recessed lighting throughout * Oversize (27’ x 24) garage for additional storage * Vista Lakes community with resort style living offers amenities including an Olympic-sized heated pool with waterslide, a kiddie splash area, tennis and pickleball courts, community fitness center and club house you can rent for special events, basketball court, dog park, multiple pools, playground, baseball field with batting cages, soccer field, scenic walking trails, parks and a vibrant community calendar of events * Easy walking distance to the Vista Lakes neighborhood Publix, gas station, doctors’ offices, local restaurants, Urgent Care, pharmacy and more * Within minutes of major highways - 417, 408, 528, Orlando International Airport, and less than an hour’s drive to the Atlantic beaches * HOA dues are approximately $271/quarter * Currently zoned for Vista Lakes Elementary, Odyssey Middle, Colonial High School * Old Republic Home Warranty
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
4,514
Sqft
0.26 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2004
Year built
Two
Levels
$183
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$5,798 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:

Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$5,798/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Orlando actives
$183 vs $251
Days on market
46 vs 34 typical
Where $183/sqft sits among the 400 Orlando actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Orlando
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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ORLANDO 32829 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
20,123
Median age
35.1
Median income
$94,138
Median home value
$348,800
Avg household
3.06
Households w/ children
3,004
For the school run
Orange County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Orlando market
$400K → $405K
Orlando median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
169 of 400
Orlando actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Orlando, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 112% above the ORLANDO 32829 median. See the full Orlando market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Feb ’26$805,000
5841 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE
6 bd · 3.5 ba · 4,486 sqft · $179/sqft · 136 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$560,000
5963 PROVIDENCE CROSSING TRAIL
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,924 sqft · $143/sqft · 37 DOM
Sold · May ’26$820,800
6798 WILLOW VIEW AVENUE
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,810 sqft · $215/sqft · 132 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE — start here.

Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $5,798/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $90/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $90 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $9,445. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Orlando?+
At $824,900, this home is listed about 112% above the Orlando median of $390,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5977 LAKE MELROSE DRIVE?+
Pinar Elementary (elementary), Liberty Middle (middle), Colonial High (high) — Orange County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$824,900 runs 112% above the ORLANDO 32829 median — but at 4,514 sqft it's also nearly 3 times the size of the typical Orlando listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $885,000, now $824,900 — a $60K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of RE/MAX 200 REALTY · David Gallup. MLS #O6417846.
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