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$188,075$108 / 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 92How 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

253 MELROSE DR

JACKSON, MS 39211
0
Baths
1,745 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$188K
$173K low$203K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,207 (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.$10,005 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,505
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,617
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$77,550

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.55
71
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
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.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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.44 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.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.Single Family Residence
CountyHinds
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 260 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
McLeod Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Murrah High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi
M
Wells Apac Elementary SchoolA
Middle · Grades 4–5 · 4.6 mi

District: Jackson Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 39211These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,871
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,694 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,472
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,782
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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.61%

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How this home compares

253 Melrose 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 66% of homes in Jackson 39211
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Hinds County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Jackson 39211
  • Older than 74% of homes in Jackson 39211

What homes are worth in Jackson 39211

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

This home
$103K$869K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Jackson 39211.

How it measures up in Jackson 39211

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jackson 39211.

Estimated value$188,075
CheaperTypical $226,413Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$108
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,745 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,272 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 253 Melrose Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJackson 39211Hinds County
Estimated valuepricier than$188,07534% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10862% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,745 ft²23% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac43% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than196126% of homes38% of homes

About 253 Melrose Dr

How much is 253 Melrose Dr, Jackson, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Melrose Dr, Jackson, MS is $188,075 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $173,077 to $203,073. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When was 253 Melrose Dr, Jackson, MS built?

253 Melrose Dr, Jackson, MS was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Melrose Dr, Jackson, MS?

253 Melrose Dr, Jackson, MS is assigned to McLeod Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Murrah High School (high), rated B+; Wells Apac Elementary School (middle), rated A. All sit in Jackson Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Melrose Dr, Jackson, MS compare to other homes in Jackson 39211?

Among the 8,848 homes in Jackson 39211, it is worth more than 34% of them ($188,075 against a typical $226,413), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($108 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,745 ft² against a typical 2,272 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1961 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Hinds County, it is worth more than 63% 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 253 Melrose Dr, Jackson, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 Melrose Dr, Jackson, MS was $1,207. The county assessed it at $10,005.

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