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$213,876$198 / 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 91How 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 $84,000 on Sep 28, 2001

705 MELVIN AVE

RACINE, WI 53402
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,078 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
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

$214K
$195K low$232K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$84,000 · Sep 28, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,102 (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.$178,500 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$148,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$178,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,759

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyRacine
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Roosevelt Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Jerstad-Agerholm SchoolF
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Horlick High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Racine School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53402These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.4%
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.33,994
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,341 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,123
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,486
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

705 Melvin Ave 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 80% of homes in Racine 53402
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Racine 53402
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Wolff's Town
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Wolff's Town

What homes are worth in Racine 53402

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

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$130K$804K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Racine 53402.

How it measures up in Racine 53402

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Racine 53402.

Estimated value$213,876
CheaperTypical $295,315Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$198
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,078 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 705 Melvin Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWolff's TownRacine 53402Racine County
Estimated valuepricier than$213,87639% of homes20% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19860% of homes39% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,078 ft²31% of homes20% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac89% of homes41% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than195188% of homes38% of homes38% of homes

About 705 Melvin Ave

How much is 705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI is $213,876 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $195,419 to $232,333. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI last sell?

705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI last sold on Sep 28, 2001 for $84,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI?

705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,078 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI built?

705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI?

705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI is assigned to Roosevelt Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Jerstad-Agerholm School (middle), rated F; Horlick High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Racine School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI compare to other homes in Racine 53402?

Among the 11,523 homes in Racine 53402, it is worth more than 20% of them ($213,876 against a typical $295,315), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($198 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,078 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1951 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Racine County, it is worth more than 23% 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 705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 705 Melvin Ave, Racine, WI was $4,102. The county assessed it at $178,500.

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