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$248,237$215 / 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 95How 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 $262,500 on Apr 2, 2024

3704 MELROSE COTTAGE DR

MATTHEWS, NC 28105
2
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,152 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.
1,339 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$248K
$235K low$261K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$262,500 · Apr 2, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,729 (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.$228,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$178,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$228,400

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
87
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
48
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
CountyMecklenburg
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
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.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Crown Point Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Mint Hill Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
David W. Butler High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28105These 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.54
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.47,608
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,106 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,613
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,303
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

3704 Melrose Cottage 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 97% of homes in Matthews 28105
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Matthews 28105
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Matthews 28105
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Matthews 28105

What homes are worth in Matthews 28105

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

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$236K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Matthews 28105.

How it measures up in Matthews 28105

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Matthews 28105.

Estimated value$248,237
CheaperTypical $506,589Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $236Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,175 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size1,339 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarshbrookeMatthews 28105Mecklenburg County
Estimated valuepricier than$248,23712% of homes3% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21547% of homes32% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²12% of homes4% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,339 ft²8% of homes2% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than199750% of homes59% of homes53% of homes

About 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr

How much is 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC is $248,237 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $235,068 to $261,406. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC last sell?

3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC last sold on Apr 2, 2024 for $262,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC?

3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC has 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC built?

3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC?

3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC is assigned to Crown Point Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Mint Hill Middle School (middle), rated C; David W. Butler High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC compare to other homes in Matthews 28105?

Among the 14,171 homes in Matthews 28105, it is worth more than 3% of them ($248,237 against a typical $506,589), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($215 against a typical $236), it is bigger than 4% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 2,175 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (1,339 ft² against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1997 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Mecklenburg County, it is worth more than 10% 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 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3704 Melrose Cottage Dr, Matthews, NC was $1,729. The county assessed it at $228,400.

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