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$86,855
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 70How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

140 MELBA LN

LAKE CHARLES, LA 70607
0
Baths
1.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$87K
$61K low$113K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$366 (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.$3,155 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,155
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,980
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$31,548

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.35
94
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
64
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
21
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.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.71%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyCameron
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.32

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

E
Grand Lake High SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades 7–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Cameron Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 70607These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,093
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.190 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,745
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$75,706
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.68°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.61 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

140 Melba Ln 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Cameron Parish County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Lake Charles 70607

What homes are worth in Lake Charles 70607

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

This home
$43K$466K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Lake Charles 70607.

How it measures up in Lake Charles 70607

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lake Charles 70607.

Estimated value$86,855
CheaperTypical $168,934Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size1.32 ac
SmallerTypical 1,699 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

How 140 Melba Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Charles 70607Cameron Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$86,85519% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than1.32 ac87% of homes51% of homes

About 140 Melba Ln

How much is 140 Melba Ln, Lake Charles, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 140 Melba Ln, Lake Charles, LA is $86,855 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $60,890 to $112,820. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 140 Melba Ln, Lake Charles, LA last sell?

140 Melba Ln, Lake Charles, LA last sold on Mar 13, 2019, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 140 Melba Ln, Lake Charles, LA?

140 Melba Ln, Lake Charles, LA is assigned to Grand Lake High School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Cameron Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 140 Melba Ln, Lake Charles, LA compare to other homes in Lake Charles 70607?

Among the 8,268 homes in Lake Charles 70607, it is worth more than 19% of them ($86,855 against a typical $168,934) and its lot is bigger than 87% of them (1.32 ac against a typical 1,699 ft²). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 140 Melba Ln, Lake Charles, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 140 Melba Ln, Lake Charles, LA was $366. The county assessed it at $3,155.

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