Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$179,099$202 / 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 $46,900 on Aug 29, 2013

1278 RIDGEWOOD DR

MELBOURNE, FL 32935
3
Beds
1
Baths
888 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$179K
$162K low$197K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$46,900 · Aug 29, 2013
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.$79,099
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$63,279
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.53%
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.$100,000
NUVIEW TRUST CO · recorded Feb 2, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,210 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$167,590 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$175,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$167,590

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.40
18
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.2 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBREVARD
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Builtup (layered Asphalt)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 169 ft²Porch · 562 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Dr. W. J. Creel Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.4 mi
H
Eau Gallie High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
L. B. Johnson Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Brevard County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32935These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.43,845
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,879 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,265
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,905
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.72°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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.Yes

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

1278 Ridgewood 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 92% of homes in Brevard County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Brevard County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Brevard County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Brevard County

What homes are worth in Melbourne 32935

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

This home
$109K$662K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Melbourne 32935.

How it measures up in Melbourne 32935

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melbourne 32935.

Estimated value$179,099
CheaperTypical $264,131Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$202
CheaperTypical $193Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,328 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 1278 Ridgewood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelbourne 32935Brevard County
Estimated valuepricier than$179,09916% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20260% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than888 ft²9% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac39% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than195813% of homes5% of homes

About 1278 Ridgewood Dr

How much is 1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL is $179,099 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $161,656 to $196,542. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL last sell?

1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL last sold on Aug 29, 2013 for $46,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL?

1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 888 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL built?

1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL?

1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL is assigned to Dr. W. J. Creel Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Eau Gallie High School (high), rated C; L. B. Johnson Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Brevard County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL compare to other homes in Melbourne 32935?

Among the 15,503 homes in Melbourne 32935, it is worth more than 16% of them ($179,099 against a typical $264,131), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($202 against a typical $193), it is bigger than 9% of them (888 ft² against a typical 1,328 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1958 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Brevard County, it is worth more than 8% 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 1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1278 Ridgewood Dr, Melbourne, FL was $3,210. The county assessed it at $167,590.

Closest homes

More homes in Melbourne 32935

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 1278 Ridgewood Dr on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map