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.
Pending
$182,000
838 Melissa St, Ruston, LA 71270
3beds
1,200sqft
Site Build, Residential
Built in 1990
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$152/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large fenced backyardOutdoor gatheringsQuiet cul-de-sac
- 36 days |
- 455 |
- 30 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tammy Patterson,
Vanguard Realty
Source: NELAR,MLS#: 219310
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Floor: Carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 178.8
Bedroom
- Description: Floor: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 107.8
Bedroom 1
- Description: Floor: Carpet
- Level: First
- Area: 107.1
Kitchen
- Description: Floor: Tile
- Level: First
- Area: 48
Living room
- Description: Floor: Wood Laminate
- Level: First
- Area: 207.2
Heating
- Electric, Central
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Connect
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Blinds
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,304
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Hard Surface Drv.
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch Covered, Open Patio
- Fencing: Wood
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Features: Landscaped, Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 24183226018
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Site Build, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Electric Company: City of Ruston
- Gas: Installed, Natural Gas, Gas Company: Other
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Electric Company: City of Ruston
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Heritage Square
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Ruston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $152/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $122,934
- Annual tax amount: $737
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,241/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Pending sale | $182,000$152/sqft |
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| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $182,000+2%$152/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Sold | -- |
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| 9/19/2025 | Pending sale | $178,500$149/sqft |
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| 9/9/2025 | Price change | $178,500-0.8%$149/sqft |
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| 8/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $180,000+9.1%$150/sqft |
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| 6/10/2020 | Listing removed | $165,000$138/sqft |
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| 5/12/2020 | Pending sale | $165,000$138/sqft |
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| 5/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $165,000$138/sqft |
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| 12/7/2017 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $737 +20% | $12,293 +14.1% |
| 2020 | $614 -31.1% | $10,771 -1.8% |
| 2019 | $890 +14.6% | $10,963 |
| 2018 | $777 -10.6% | $10,963 |
| 2017 | $868 +0.4% | $10,963 |
| 2016 | $865 +0.8% | -- |
| 2015 | $858 -1.5% | $9,987 |
| 2013 | $871 -5.2% | $9,987 -3.2% |
| 2011 | $919 -2.6% | $10,314 -2.6% |
| 2010 | $944 | $10,594 |
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 71270
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Ruston Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10I.A. Lewis SchoolGrades: 6Distance: 1.9 mi
- 8/10Ruston High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hillcrest/Ruston Elementary
- Middle: Ruston L
- High: Ruston L
Source: NELAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Louisiana
- Lincoln Parish
- Ruston
- 71270
- 838 Melissa St
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