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838 Melissa St, Ruston, LA 71270
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3-bedroom, 2-bath home located in a quiet cul-de-sac! This property features a large fenced backyard, perfect for entertaining family and friends, outdoor gatherings, or pets to enjoy. Conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, and downtown Ruston, and less than 10 minutes from Louisiana Tech University. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking for a great investment property, this home offers comfort, convenience, and potential.
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Est. $1,192 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 838 Melissa St
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$146/sq ft
$152/sq ft
$145/sq ft
$149/sq ft
$150/sq ft





Come and view this wonderful home with a large shady, fenced-in backyard, in the heart of Ruston. It is ideally located only minutes away from Louisiana Tech. This home would be a good starter home or rental property. Call your favorite Realtor today!
$138/sq ft
$138/sq ft





Come and view this updated home with shady large fenced in back yard in the heart of Ruston! This home comes with a refrigerator, washer and dryer and has a new roof and hot water heater. Great for a first home or rental property. This home will not be on the market long!
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Parking
- Parking/Garage Information
- Has Open Parking
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Bathrooms: 2
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Cooling
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
- Has Heating
- Heating: Electric, Central
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Blinds
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered
- Fencing: Wood
- Roof: Asphalt
- Building Information
- Sq. Ft.: 1304
- Levels: Two
- Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Property Features
- Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
- Other Structures: Workshop
- Property Information
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Site Build
- Lot Information
- Lot Features: Landscaped, Cul-De-Sac
- Lot Size Units: Acres
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Public
- Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
- HOA Information
- Association Amenities: None
- Schools Information
- Elementary School: Hillcrest/Ruston Elementary
- Middle Or Junior School: RUSTON L
- High School: RUSTON L
- Location Information
- Directions: From N Vienna turn right onto E Maryland Ave; Left on Melissa Street; House is in the Cul-de-sac.
- Subdivision Name: HERITAGE SQUARE
- Community Information
- Building Features: DSL/Cable Available
Public facts
- Beds: —
- Baths: 2.0
- Sq. Ft.: 1,147
- Stories: —
- Lot Size: 0.28 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1990
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Lincoln Parish
- APN: 5178
Around this home
Schools
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
Public 6 • Assigned • 1.9mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 111° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
73% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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|---|---|
- Beds | 2 Baths | 915 Sq. Ft. | $133,981 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1192 Sq. Ft. | $151,737 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1200 Sq. Ft. | $193,260 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1200 Sq. Ft. | $202,257 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1052 Sq. Ft. | $145,185 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 976 Sq. Ft. | $156,168 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1317 Sq. Ft. | $214,342 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1062 Sq. Ft. | $142,340 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1200 Sq. Ft. | $155,092 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1464 Sq. Ft. | $205,249 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 920 Sq. Ft. | — |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1160 Sq. Ft. | $196,345 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1576 Sq. Ft. | $199,501 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1536 Sq. Ft. | $198,944 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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- Beds | 2 Baths | 1456 Sq. Ft. | $210,657 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 924 Sq. Ft. | $160,289 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1134 Sq. Ft. | $149,066 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1026 Sq. Ft. | $182,709 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1240 Sq. Ft. | $204,158 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1336 Sq. Ft. | $219,011 |
2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1018 Sq. Ft. | $164,568 |
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