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$387,875$117 / 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 77How 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 $28,100 on May 20, 2020

533 MELON DR

CAVE CITY, AR 72521
3
Baths
3,324 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.
11.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$388K
$298K low$478K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$28,100 · May 20, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,482 (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.$62,150 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,410
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$59,740
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,640
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$310,750

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.50
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
59
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.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyINDEPENDENCE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.11.22
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 710 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.

M
Cave City Middle School Career and Collegiate PreparatoryA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
E
Cave City Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi

District: Cave City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 72521These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.155
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.169

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,053
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.41 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,723
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,667
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.73%

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How this home compares

533 Melon 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 more than 94% of homes in Independence County
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Independence County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Cave City 72521
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Independence County
  • Among the newest homes in Cave City 72521

What homes are worth in Cave City 72521

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

This home
$44K$608K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Cave City 72521.

How it measures up in Cave City 72521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cave City 72521.

Estimated value$387,875
CheaperTypical $181,242Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area3,324 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size11.22 ac
SmallerTypical 3.35 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 533 Melon Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCave City 72521Independence County
Estimated valuepricier than$387,87590% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11739% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than3,324 ft²98% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than11.22 ac70% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than2021almost all homes97% of homes

About 533 Melon Dr

How much is 533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR is $387,875 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $298,213 to $477,537. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR last sell?

533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR last sold on May 20, 2020 for $28,100, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR?

533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR has 3 bathrooms, 3,324 square feet of living space and a 11.22-acre lot.

When was 533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR built?

533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR was built in 2021, making it 5 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR?

533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR is assigned to Cave City Middle School Career and Collegiate Preparatory (middle), rated A; Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School (high), rated A+; Cave City Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Cave City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR compare to other homes in Cave City 72521?

Among the 2,198 homes in Cave City 72521, it is worth more than 90% of them ($387,875 against a typical $181,242), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($117 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,324 ft² against a typical 1,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (11.22 ac against a typical 3.35 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2021 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Independence County, it is worth more than 94% 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 533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR?

The 2025 property tax bill for 533 Melon Dr, Cave City, AR was $1,482. The county assessed it at $62,150.

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