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$1,335,368$326 / 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 89How 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 $425,000 on May 6, 2003

5851 MELARKEY WAY

RENO, NV 89511
3
Beds
2
Baths
4,094 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$425,000 · May 6, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,460 (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.$181,696 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$117,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$64,446
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,872
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$331,856

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWASHOE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1972
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 260 ft²Shed · 84 ft²Patio · 260 ft²Porch · 1,247 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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
Ted Hunsburger Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Marce Herz Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Galena High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Washoe County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 89511These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.292

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,600
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.217 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,651
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$164,317
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.79%

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How this home compares

5851 Melarkey Way 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 92% of homes in Washoe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Reno 89511
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Washoe County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Washoe County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Reno 89511

What homes are worth in Reno 89511

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

This home
$251K$3.9M

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Reno 89511.

How it measures up in Reno 89511

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Reno 89511.

Estimated value$1,335,368
CheaperTypical $1,168,784Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$326
CheaperTypical $447Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area4,094 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,622 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 5851 Melarkey Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeReno 89511Washoe County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,335,36859% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32615% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than4,094 ft²87% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac89% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than19622% of homes11% of homes

About 5851 Melarkey Way

How much is 5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV is $1,335,368 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,187,236 to $1,483,500. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV last sell?

5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV last sold on May 6, 2003 for $425,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV?

5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4,094 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV built?

5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV?

5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV is assigned to Ted Hunsburger Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Marce Herz Middle School (middle), rated A; Galena High School (high). All sit in Washoe County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV compare to other homes in Reno 89511?

Among the 10,500 homes in Reno 89511, it is worth more than 59% of them ($1,335,368 against a typical $1,168,784), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($326 against a typical $447), it is bigger than 87% of them (4,094 ft² against a typical 2,622 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (2 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1962 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Washoe County, it is worth more than 92% 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 5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5851 Melarkey Way, Reno, NV was $2,460. The county assessed it at $181,696.

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