For sale

$429,000

Est. $3,194/mo —

•

1,723

sq ft

8724 Melrose Ln, River Ridge, LA 70123

About this home

* * BRAND NEW ROOF * * Tucked away in the Heart of River Ridge on a quiet dead-end street is this Fantastic Find! This All-Brick, One-Story home welcomes you with an inviting front porch, circular driveway, and attached double car garage. Large Double-Pane Windows bring in natural light, along with lots of closets and storage. The Fabulous, High-End Custom Kitchen is truly a standout, featuring designer cabinetry extending to the ceiling, Granite Countertops, and an impressive Verona Five-Burner stainless steel Gas Range and Double Ovens. Just off the kitchen is a charming covered Patio. The spacious 15x14 Primary Bedroom features an En Suite and separate closets. A large 21x12 Den is highlighted by a warming accent brick wall and provides a comfortable gathering space, with a cleverly designed office area tucked just off the room--Great for working from home. Step outside to a lovely, large backyard with wooden privacy fence, tasteful landscaping and plenty of room for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the outdoors. Rear Yard Access. .. Large Yard Shed. .. "X" Flood Zone

Single-familyProperty Type

1976Year Built

7,200 sq ftLot Size

$249Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Kim Brandt • Riverside Realty, Inc.

Contact: 504-737-8454

Listing updated: Oct 22, 2026 at 02:44pm

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:ROAM MLS #2568872

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$3,194 per month

Principal and interest$2,341

Property taxes

$363

HOA dues

Home insurance

$490

Utilities

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Hazel Park/Hilda Knoff School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

6/10

Riverdale High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi

7/10

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About Rural

Park

Rural Park, located between Jefferson Highway and the Mississippi River levee, is a residential and riverside River Ridge neighborhood with mid-century ranch homes and leafy, low-traffic streets. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Jefferson Highway near Little Farms Avenue, where corner markets, longtime eateries, and service storefronts set a practical, lived-in rhythm. Nor-Joe Imports anchors the local food scene with Italian specialties, while Little Farms Playground and the River Ridge levee path act as everyday outdoor touchpoints. Architecture leans toward single-story brick and stucco with deep driveways and mature shade trees. The landscape stays flat and green, with drainage canals and the levee shaping the edges. Daily life centers on errands, walks, and river breezes rather than nightlife.

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Offer insights

8724 Melrose Ln · $429,000

Strong offer

$429K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $429K+ is a strong offer

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Pantry

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms

Kitchen
Disposal
Double oven
Dishwasher
Microwave
Stainless steel appliances
Range

Laundry & utility
Electric dryer hookup
Washer hookup

Flooring
Tile

Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air
Ceiling fans

Sale and tax history for 8724 Melrose Ln

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

ROAM MLS #2568872

Jul 23, 2026

Listed

$429,000

$249/sq ft

+23

AcadianaMLS #NO2568872

Jul 23, 2026

Listed

$429,000

$249/sq ft

+23

**BRAND NEW ROOF**Tucked away in the Heart of River Ridge on a quiet dead-end street is this Fantastic Find! This All-Brick, One-Story home welcomes you with an inviting front porch, circular driveway, and attached double car garage. Large Double-Pane Windows bring in natural light, along with lots of closets and storage. The Fabulous, High-End Custom Kitchen is truly a standout, featuring designer cabinetry extending to the ceiling, Granite Countertops, and an impressive Verona Five-Burner stainless steel Gas Range and Double Ovens. Just off the kitchen is a charming covered Patio. The spacious 15x14 Primary Bedroom features an En Suite and separate closets. A large 21x12 Den is highlighted by a warming accent brick wall and provides a comfortable gathering space, with a cleverly designed office area tucked just off the room--Great for working from home. Step outside to a lovely, large backyard with wooden privacy fence, tasteful landscaping and plenty of room for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the outdoors. Rear Yard Access...Large Yard Shed..."X" Flood Zone

Public Records

Sep 1, 1991

Sold

$89,750

$52/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,359 (+5.2%)

$9,600 + $24,600

$34,200

2024

$4,145 (−4.2%)

$9,600 + $24,600

$34,200

2023

$4,328 (+2.8%)

$9,500 + $24,700

$34,200

2022

$4,210 (+134.1%)

$9,500 + $24,700

$34,200

2021

$1,799 (+0.7%)

$9,500 + $6,240

$15,740

2020

$1,785 (−2.8%)

$9,500 + $6,240

$15,740

2019

$1,836 (+7.4%)

$7,600 + $8,140

$15,740

2018

$1,709

$7,600 + $8,140

$15,740

2017

$1,709 (+2.1%)

$7,600 + $8,140

$15,740

2016

$1,674 (+1.9%)

$7,600 + $8,140

$15,740

2014

$1,643

$6,080 + $9,210

$15,290

2013

$1,643

$6,080 + $9,210

$15,290

Public record

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Lot size

6,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

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Total Sq. Ft.

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Year built

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Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jefferson Parish

APN

0910005481

Parking Spaces

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Basement

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Accessible

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HOA Dues

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Garage

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Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

Historical weather

River Ridge, LA • 70123

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Sun exposure

95/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in River Ridge. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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7.2 hrs

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Redfin Estimate for 8724 Melrose Ln

$414,966

$14K under list price of $429K

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Rental earnings

Est. $2,740 per month, based on comparable rentals

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