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$195,762$142 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $148,000 on Dec 20, 2019

2432 MELODY LN

RUSTON, LA 71270
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,378 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$196K
$184K low$208K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$148,000 · Dec 20, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,311 (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.$15,363 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,584
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,779
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,264
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$153,628

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
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.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
CountyLincoln
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 56 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Hillcrest Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.2 mi
H
Ruston High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Ruston Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Lincoln Parish School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 71270These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.118
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,356
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.171 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,164
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

2432 Melody 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Lincoln Parish County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Ruston 71270

What homes are worth in Ruston 71270

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

This home
$44K$699K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Ruston 71270.

How it measures up in Ruston 71270

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ruston 71270.

Estimated value$195,762
CheaperTypical $227,732Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,378 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,570 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.54 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 2432 Melody Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRuston 71270Lincoln Parish County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,76239% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14254% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,378 ft²38% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac6% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than199666% of homes65% of homes

About 2432 Melody Ln

How much is 2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA is $195,762 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $183,933 to $207,591. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA last sell?

2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA last sold on Dec 20, 2019 for $148,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA?

2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,378 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA built?

2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA was built in 1996, making it 30 years old.

What schools serve 2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA?

2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA is assigned to Hillcrest Elementary School (elementary); Ruston High School (high), rated A-; Ruston Junior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Lincoln Parish School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA compare to other homes in Ruston 71270?

Among the 10,409 homes in Ruston 71270, it is worth more than 39% of them ($195,762 against a typical $227,732), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($142 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,378 ft² against a typical 1,570 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.54 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1996 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Lincoln Parish County, it is worth more than 43% 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 2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2432 Melody Ln, Ruston, LA was $1,311. The county assessed it at $15,363.

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