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$506,948$286 / 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 79How 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
Last sold for $187,500 on Jun 23, 1999

18544 MELROSE RIDGE DR

WILDWOOD, MO 63038
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,771 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.
3.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$507K
$402K low$612K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$187,500 · Jun 23, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,384 (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.$83,390 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,740
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$79,270
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$438,900

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.53
57
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
40
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.21 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyST. LOUIS
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Deck · 32 ft²Patio · 128 ft²Porch · 84 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Pond Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.2 mi
M
Rockwood Valley Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Lafayette High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Rockwood R-Vi School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 63038These 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.31
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.125

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
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.7,132
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.347 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$172,301
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$198,788
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

18544 Melrose Ridge 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 more than 80% of homes in St. Louis County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Wildwood
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Wildwood
  • Among the largest lots in St. Louis County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in St. Louis County

What homes are worth in Wildwood 63038

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

This home
$137K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Wildwood 63038.

How it measures up in Wildwood 63038

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wildwood 63038.

Estimated value$506,948
CheaperTypical $633,169Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,771 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,950 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size3.13 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWildwoodWildwood 63038St. Louis County
Estimated valuepricier than$506,94839% of homes28% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28693% of homes91% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,771 ft²16% of homes19% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.13 ac85% of homes69% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than198731% of homes36% of homes81% of homes

About 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr

How much is 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO is $506,948 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $402,286 to $611,610. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO last sell?

18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO last sold on Jun 23, 1999 for $187,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO?

18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 1,771 square feet of living space.

When was 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO built?

18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO?

18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO is assigned to Pond Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Rockwood Valley Middle School (middle), rated A+; Lafayette High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Rockwood R-Vi School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO compare to other homes in Wildwood 63038?

Among the 2,615 homes in Wildwood 63038, it is worth more than 28% of them ($506,948 against a typical $633,169), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($286 against a typical $200), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,771 ft² against a typical 2,950 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (3.13 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1987 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of St. Louis County, it is worth more than 80% 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 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 18544 Melrose Ridge Dr, Wildwood, MO was $5,384. The county assessed it at $83,390.

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