$182,000

838 Melissa St Ruston, LA 71270

Estimated payment $1,073/month

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,304 Sq Ft
$140 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Hillcrest Elementary School Rated A
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Cul-De-Sac

About This Home

3-bedroom, 2-bath home located in a quiet cul-de-sac! This property features a large fenced backyard, perfect for entertaining family and friends, outdoor gatherings, or pets to enjoy. Conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, and downtown Ruston, and less than 10 minutes from Louisiana Tech University. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking for a great investment property, this home offers comfort, convenience, and potential.

Listing Agent

Tammy Patterson

Vanguard Realty License #995696982 Listed on: 05/06/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1990

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Blinds
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

Location

  • Mineral Rights

Schools

  • Hillcrest/Ruston Elementary School
  • Ruston L Middle School
  • Ruston L High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Heritage Square Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 24183226018

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1990

Lot Details

1 Acres

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Type: Site Build
  • Style: Traditional
  • Age: 31 - 40
  • Estimated Heated Sq Ft: 1200
  • Estimated Total Sq Ft: 1304
  • Electric Companies: City of Ruston
  • Parish: LINCOLN
  • Stories: Two
  • Water Companies: City of Ruston
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Directions: From N Vienna turn right onto E Maryland Ave; Left on Melissa Street; House is in the Cul-de-sac.
  • Elementary School: Hillcrest/Ruston Elementary
  • Geo Longitude: -92.631192
  • High School: RUSTON L
  • Middle School: RUSTON L
  • Mls Number: 219310
  • Subdivision: HERITAGE SQUARE
  • System ID: 219310
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Oven, Washer/Dryer Connect
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Smoke Detector, Walk In Closet, Cable
  • Windows: Double Pane
  • Fireplace: One, In Living Room
  • Number Of Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bedroom: On Level: 2, Dimensions: 14.9 X 12, Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: On Level: 1, Dimensions: 11 X 9.8, Carpet
  • Bedroom 3: On Level: 1, Dimensions: 11.9 X 9, Carpet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Living Room: On Level: 1, Dimensions: 14.8 X 14, Wood Laminate
  • Kitchen: On Level: 1, Dimensions: 8 X 6, Tile
  • Breakfast Room: On Level: 1, Dimensions: 8 X 8, Tile
  • Windows Treatments: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Landscaping: Landscaped
  • Exterior: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Amenities: Workshop, Hard Surface Drv.
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Porch Patio: Porch Covered, Open Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Gas: Installed, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Electric, Central
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water: Public
  • Water Heater: Gas

Lot Info

  • Acreage: Less than 1 Acre
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Geo Subdivision: LA
  • Lot Description: Cul-de-Sac
  • Lot Size: .28
  • Mineral Rights: Purchase to Acquire
  • Parcel Number: 24183226018

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,296 $15,186 $3,360 $11,826
2024 $1,296 $15,185 $3,360 $11,825
2023 $1,092 $12,293 $1,610 $10,683
2022 $1,098 $12,293 $1,610 $10,683
2021 $1,016 $12,293 $1,610 $10,683
2020 $895 $10,770 $1,610 $9,160
2019 $890 $10,963 $1,610 $9,353
2018 $866 $10,963 $1,610 $9,353
2017 $868 $10,963 $1,610 $9,353
2016 $865 $0 $0 $0
2015 $858 $9,987 $1,764 $8,223
2013 $871 $9,987 $1,764 $8,223
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/06/2026 05/06/26 For Sale $182,000 +2.0% $140 / Sq Ft
10/03/2025 10/03/25 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
09/09/2025 09/09/25 Price Changed $178,500 -0.8% $137 / Sq Ft
08/12/2025 08/12/25 For Sale $180,000 +9.1% $138 / Sq Ft
06/08/2020 06/08/20 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
05/07/2020 05/07/20 For Sale $165,000 +20.0% $127 / Sq Ft
12/07/2017 12/07/17 Sold -- -- -- View Prior Sale
11/21/2017 11/21/17 Pending -- -- --
11/20/2017 11/20/17 For Sale $137,500 -- $105 / Sq Ft
Source: Northeast REALTORS® of Louisiana

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $165,000 None Available
Cash Sale Deed $35,000 None Available
Cash Sale Deed $34,000 None Available
Deed $10,206 None Available
Deed $119,000 None Available
Deed $97,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $156,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $113,050 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $97,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: Northeast REALTORS® of Louisiana

MLS Number: 219310

Northeast REALTORS® of Louisiana

APN: 5178

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