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$209,488$134 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $52,000 on Jan 1, 2000

538 E PLACITA MELODY

NOGALES, AZ 85621
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,560 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$209K
$194K low$225K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$52,000 · Jan 1, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$398 (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.$15,117 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,140
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,977
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,149
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$151,166

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.53
49
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
81
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
88
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
15
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
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.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountySanta Cruz
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Composition (rolled Mineral Roof)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Evaporative
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 553 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
Challenger Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Nogales High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Desert Shadows Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi

District: Nogales Unified District

Neighborhood · ZIP 85621These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,417
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.73 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,557
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,744
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.85%

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How this home compares

538 E Placita Melody 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 76% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Santa Cruz County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Santa Cruz County

What homes are worth in Nogales 85621

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

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$90K$663K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Nogales 85621.

How it measures up in Nogales 85621

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Nogales 85621.

Estimated value$209,488
CheaperTypical $213,308Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,612 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 538 E Placita Melody ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNogales 85621Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$209,48848% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13445% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,560 ft²47% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac52% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than197650% of homes26% of homes

About 538 E Placita Melody

How much is 538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ is $209,488 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $194,005 to $224,971. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ last sell?

538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ last sold on Jan 1, 2000 for $52,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ?

538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,560 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ built?

538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ?

538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ is assigned to Challenger Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Nogales High School (high), rated D+; Desert Shadows Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Nogales Unified District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ compare to other homes in Nogales 85621?

Among the 4,980 homes in Nogales 85621, it is worth more than 48% of them ($209,488 against a typical $213,308), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($134 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,560 ft² against a typical 1,612 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1976 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than 24% 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 538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ?

The 2024 property tax bill for 538 E Placita Melody, Nogales, AZ was $398. The county assessed it at $15,117.

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