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$136,296$121 / 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 86How 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 $86,000 on Dec 19, 2003

653 MELROSE DR

FOREST PARK, GA 30297
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,128 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$136K
$117K low$156K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$86,000 · Dec 19, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,702 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$60,960 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,560
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$59,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$152,400

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
CountyCLAYTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.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.Patio · 39 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
Haynie Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Babb Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Forest Park High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Clayton County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30297These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.8.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,445
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,421 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,923
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,461
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

653 Melrose 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 less than 91% of homes in Clayton County
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Forest Park 30297
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Clayton County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Forest Park 30297
  • Older than 95% of homes in Clayton County

What homes are worth in Forest Park 30297

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

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$72K$279K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Forest Park 30297.

How it measures up in Forest Park 30297

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forest Park 30297.

Estimated value$136,296
CheaperTypical $145,592Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $110Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,128 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,278 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 653 Melrose Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Park 30297Clayton County
Estimated valuepricier than$136,29641% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12169% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,128 ft²34% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac85% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than195738% of homes5% of homes

About 653 Melrose Dr

How much is 653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA is $136,296 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $116,939 to $155,653. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA last sell?

653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA last sold on Dec 19, 2003 for $86,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA?

653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,128 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA built?

653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA?

653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA is assigned to Haynie Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Babb Middle School (middle), rated B; Forest Park High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Clayton County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA compare to other homes in Forest Park 30297?

Among the 7,115 homes in Forest Park 30297, it is worth more than 41% of them ($136,296 against a typical $145,592), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($121 against a typical $110), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,128 ft² against a typical 1,278 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1957 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Clayton County, it is worth more than 9% 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 653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA?

The 2026 property tax bill for 653 Melrose Dr, Forest Park, GA was $1,702. The county assessed it at $60,960.

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