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$411,765$221 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $500,000 on Nov 8, 2005

6503 LATCHSTRING RD

MELROSE, FL 32666
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,860 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$412K
$369K low$455K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Nov 8, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,115 (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.$231,635 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$225,107
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$318,377

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.62
82
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
47
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
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.
15
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.79 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Single Family Residence
CountyAlachua
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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.Deck · 424 ft²Porch · 263 ft²Sprinklers

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.

E
Chester Shell Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 8.6 mi
M
Hawthorne Middle/High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 8.9 mi

District: Alachua County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 32666These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,614
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.98 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,285
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,304
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.69°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.65%

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How this home compares

6503 Latchstring Rd 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 76% of homes in Alachua County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Alachua County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Melrose 32666
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Melrose 32666
  • Older than 81% of homes in Alachua County

What homes are worth in Melrose 32666

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

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$47K$982K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Melrose 32666.

How it measures up in Melrose 32666

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melrose 32666.

Estimated value$411,765
CheaperTypical $317,790Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,860 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 1.12 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 6503 Latchstring Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelrose 32666Alachua County
Estimated valuepricier than$411,76569% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22168% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,860 ft²66% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac5% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than196622% of homes19% of homes

About 6503 Latchstring Rd

How much is 6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL is $411,765 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $368,513 to $455,017. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL last sell?

6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL last sold on Nov 8, 2005 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL?

6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,860 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL built?

6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL?

6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL is assigned to Chester Shell Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Hawthorne Middle/High School (middle), rated D. All sit in Alachua County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL compare to other homes in Melrose 32666?

Among the 3,299 homes in Melrose 32666, it is worth more than 69% of them ($411,765 against a typical $317,790), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($221 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,860 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 1.12 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1966 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Alachua County, it is worth more than 76% 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 6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 6503 Latchstring Rd, Melrose, FL was $4,115. The county assessed it at $231,635.

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