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$191,493$120 / 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 84How 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 $125,000 on Sep 11, 2017

804 MELROSE CT

BURLINGTON, IA 52601
3
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,600 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$191K
$161K low$222K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Sep 11, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,494 (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.$171,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$157,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$160,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$171,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDES MOINES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Aldo Leopold Intermediate SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 5–6 · 0.9 mi
H
Burlington Community High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Sunnyside Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.3 mi

District: Burlington Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 52601These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,467
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.221 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,218
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,904
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

804 Melrose Ct 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 69% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Burlington 52601
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Burlington 52601

What homes are worth in Burlington 52601

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

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$37K$541K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Burlington 52601.

How it measures up in Burlington 52601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 52601.

Estimated value$191,493
CheaperTypical $126,787Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,360 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 804 Melrose Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 52601Des Moines County
Estimated valuepricier than$191,49369% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12060% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,600 ft²67% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac73% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than196968% of homes63% of homes

About 804 Melrose Ct

How much is 804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA is $191,493 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $160,922 to $222,064. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA last sell?

804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA last sold on Sep 11, 2017 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA?

804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,600 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA built?

804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA?

804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA is assigned to Aldo Leopold Intermediate School (middle), rated D-; Burlington Community High School (high), rated D-; Sunnyside Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Burlington Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA compare to other homes in Burlington 52601?

Among the 12,004 homes in Burlington 52601, it is worth more than 69% of them ($191,493 against a typical $126,787), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($120 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,600 ft² against a typical 1,360 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1969 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Des Moines County, it is worth more than 62% 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 804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 804 Melrose Ct, Burlington, IA was $2,494. The county assessed it at $171,800.

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