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$159,858$156 / 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 72How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

852 MELROSE DR SW

ATLANTA, GA 30310
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,025 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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

$160K
$115K low$205K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13 (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.$77,160 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$49,160
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$72,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$192,900

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
85
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
38
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Conventional
CountyFULTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Neighborhood / Spot
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 288 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
Perkerson Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Sylvan Hills Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
G. W. Carver High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Atlanta City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 30310These 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.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.88%
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.22%
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.29,210
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,019
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,734
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°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.61%

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How this home compares

852 Melrose Dr Sw 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 95% of homes in Fulton County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Atlanta 30310
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Fulton County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Atlanta 30310
  • Older than 85% of homes in Fulton County

What homes are worth in Atlanta 30310

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

This home
$122K$572K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Atlanta 30310.

How it measures up in Atlanta 30310

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Atlanta 30310.

Estimated value$159,858
CheaperTypical $265,583Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$156
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,025 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 852 Melrose Dr Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSylvan HillsAtlanta 30310Fulton County
Estimated valuepricier than$159,85810% of homes8% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15629% of homes21% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,025 ft²16% of homes14% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac53% of homes66% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than195073% of homes70% of homes15% of homes

About 852 Melrose Dr Sw

How much is 852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA is $159,858 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $114,788 to $204,928. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA last sell?

852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA?

852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,025 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA built?

852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA?

852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA is assigned to Perkerson Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Sylvan Hills Middle School (middle), rated D-; G. W. Carver High School (high), rated F. All sit in Atlanta City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA compare to other homes in Atlanta 30310?

Among the 10,278 homes in Atlanta 30310, it is worth more than 8% of them ($159,858 against a typical $265,583), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($156 against a typical $189), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,025 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1950 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Fulton County, it is worth more than 5% 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 852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 852 Melrose Dr Sw, Atlanta, GA was $13. The county assessed it at $77,160.

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