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$456,356$255 / 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 91How 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 $3,500 on Nov 19, 1981

53 MELROSE ST

FALL RIVER, MA 02723
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,792 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$456K
$414K low$498K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,500 · Nov 19, 1981
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.$442,856
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$354,285
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.3%
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.$13,500
FALL RIVER FIVE CENTS SAVINGS BANK · R · recorded Oct 18, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,683 (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.$409,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$288,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$413,345

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
CountyBRISTOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool

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.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Edmond P. Talbot Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.1 mi
E
Mary Fonseca Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
B.M.C. Durfee High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Fall River School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 02723These 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.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,401
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,565 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,789
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,819
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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.Yes

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

53 Melrose St 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 75% of homes in Fall River 02723
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Bristol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Fall River 02723
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Fall River 02723

What homes are worth in Fall River 02723

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

This home
$220K$621K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Fall River 02723.

How it measures up in Fall River 02723

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fall River 02723.

Estimated value$456,356
CheaperTypical $405,148Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$255
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,792 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,168 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1928Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 53 Melrose St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFall River 02723Bristol County
Estimated valuepricier than$456,35675% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25540% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,792 ft²38% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac85% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than198083% of homes64% of homes

About 53 Melrose St

How much is 53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA is $456,356 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $414,302 to $498,410. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA last sell?

53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA last sold on Nov 19, 1981 for $3,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA?

53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,792 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA built?

53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA?

53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA is assigned to Edmond P. Talbot Middle School (middle), rated C-; Mary Fonseca Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; B.M.C. Durfee High School (high), rated D. All sit in Fall River School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA compare to other homes in Fall River 02723?

Among the 2,761 homes in Fall River 02723, it is worth more than 75% of them ($456,356 against a typical $405,148), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($255 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,792 ft² against a typical 2,168 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1980 against a typical 1928). Measured against all of Bristol County, it is worth more than 31% 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 53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Melrose St, Fall River, MA was $4,683. The county assessed it at $409,000.

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