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$331,675$252 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $266,000 on Apr 2, 2025

520 MELROSE DR

RICHARDSON, TX 75080
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,314 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$332K
$311K low$353K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$266,000 · Apr 2, 2025
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$131,675
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$105,340
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.61%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$200,000
FIRST UNITED BANK & TRUST CO · recorded Apr 2, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,352 (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.$319,680 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$105,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$214,680
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$319,680
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$319,680

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDALLAS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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

Transaction History(4)

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
Northrich Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.1 mi
M
Richardson North Junior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Pearce High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Richardson Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 75080These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.59,499
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,130 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,996
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

520 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 87% of homes in Richardson 75080
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Dallas County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Richardson 75080
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Richardson 75080
  • Older than 73% of homes in Dallas County

What homes are worth in Richardson 75080

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

This home
$176K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Richardson 75080.

How it measures up in Richardson 75080

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Richardson 75080.

Estimated value$331,675
CheaperTypical $469,000Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$252
CheaperTypical $266Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,314 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,827 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 520 Melrose Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthrichRichardson 75080Dallas County
Estimated valuepricier than$331,67531% of homes13% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25250% of homes35% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,314 ft²39% of homes16% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac32% of homes24% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than196035% of homes28% of homes27% of homes

About 520 Melrose Dr

How much is 520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX is $331,675 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $310,598 to $352,752. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX last sell?

520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX last sold on Apr 2, 2025 for $266,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX?

520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,314 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX built?

520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX?

520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX is assigned to Northrich Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Richardson North Junior High School (middle), rated B-; Pearce High School (high), rated B. All sit in Richardson Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX compare to other homes in Richardson 75080?

Among the 12,735 homes in Richardson 75080, it is worth more than 13% of them ($331,675 against a typical $469,000), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($252 against a typical $266), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,314 ft² against a typical 1,827 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1960 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Dallas County, it is worth more than 53% 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 520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 Melrose Dr, Richardson, TX was $4,352. The county assessed it at $319,680.

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