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$531,440$277 / 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 94How 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 $160,000 on Jun 8, 2001

973 STATE ROUTE 40

MELROSE, NY 12121
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,920 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.
13.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$531K
$500K low$563K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Jun 8, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,063 (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.$67,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$51,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$67,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$473,315

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.20 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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyRENSSELAER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.13.43
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Vinyl Pool

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
Hoosic Valley Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 4.1 mi
H
Hoosic Valley Junior Senior High SchoolB-
High · Grades 2–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Hoosic Valley Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12121These 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.32
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 100.65

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
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.2,415
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.104 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,647
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,540
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

973 State Route 40 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 89% of homes in Melrose 12121
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Melrose 12121
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Melrose 12121
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Rensselaer County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Rensselaer County

What homes are worth in Melrose 12121

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

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$137K$720K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Melrose 12121.

How it measures up in Melrose 12121

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melrose 12121.

Estimated value$531,440
CheaperTypical $334,174Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$277
CheaperTypical $204Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,638 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size13.43 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 973 State Route 40 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelrose 12121Rensselaer County
Estimated valuepricier than$531,44089% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27793% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,920 ft²65% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than13.43 ac89% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than198866% of homes77% of homes

About 973 State Route 40

How much is 973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY is $531,440 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $500,300 to $562,580. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY last sell?

973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY last sold on Jun 8, 2001 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY?

973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,920 square feet of living space and a 13.43-acre lot.

When was 973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY built?

973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY?

973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY is assigned to Hoosic Valley Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Hoosic Valley Junior Senior High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Hoosic Valley Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY compare to other homes in Melrose 12121?

Among the 730 homes in Melrose 12121, it is worth more than 89% of them ($531,440 against a typical $334,174), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($277 against a typical $204), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,920 ft² against a typical 1,638 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (13.43 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1988 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Rensselaer County, it is worth more than 89% 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 973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 973 State Route 40, Melrose, NY was $9,063. The county assessed it at $67,400.

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