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$165,000$133 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $122,000 on Sep 6, 2017

512 MELTON DR

RUSTON, LA 71270
2
Baths
1,242 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
2,178 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$165K
$149K low$181K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$122,000 · Sep 6, 2017
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$79,600
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$63,680
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.52%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$85,400
ORIGIN BANK · recorded Sep 6, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,023 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$11,987 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$11,387
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,013
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$119,865

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
CountyLincoln
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 30 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Ruston High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.4 mi
M
Ruston Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Lincoln Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71270These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.118
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,356
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.171 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,164
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

512 Melton Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 71% of homes in Ruston 71270
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Ruston 71270
  • Among the smallest lots in Lincoln Parish County

What homes are worth in Ruston 71270

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$43K$772K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Ruston 71270.

How it measures up in Ruston 71270

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruston 71270.

Estimated value$165,000
CheaperTypical $227,807Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$133
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,242 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 512 Melton Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuston 71270Lincoln Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$165,00029% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13347% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,242 ft²28% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,178 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than198656% of homes55% of homes

About 512 Melton Dr

How much is 512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA is $165,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $148,587 to $181,413. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA last sell?

512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA last sold on Sep 6, 2017 for $122,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA?

512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA has 2 bathrooms, 1,242 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA built?

512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA was built in 1986, making it 40 years old.

What schools serve 512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA?

512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA is assigned to Ruston High School (high), rated A-; Hillcrest Elementary School (elementary); Ruston Junior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Lincoln Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA compare to other homes in Ruston 71270?

Among the 10,415 homes in Ruston 71270, it is worth more than 29% of them ($165,000 against a typical $227,807), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($133 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,242 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1986 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Lincoln Parish County, it is worth more than 34% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 512 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA was $1,023. The county assessed it at $11,987.

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