245 Melissa Ave, Port Allen, LA, 70767
About This Home
Your dream home—or next big investment—awaits at 245 Melissa Drive, Port Allen, LA! This sturdy 4-bedroom, 2-bath brick home with a double-car garage and fenced-in yard is nestled in a quiet, family-friendly subdivision that everyone is looking for. First-time buyers: Move in with ease! This home qualifies for 100% Rural Development financing AND first-time homebuyer grants, meaning little to no money down. With a little TLC, you can instantly build equity and create a home that’s all your own. Investors: A property with strong bones, spacious living areas, and steady rental demand—perfect for a smart buy-and-hold. Flippers: Brick construction, a great lot, motivated seller, and endless potential—flip it into a showstopper and reap the rewards. This home needs some work, but that’s where the magic happens. With vision and effort, it can be transformed into a stunning residence, a profitable rental, or a high-return flip. Motivated seller + incredible opportunity = a deal you can’t afford to miss!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2006
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Brick Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Elec Stove Con
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup
Bedroom1
- Level: First
Bedroom2
- Level: First
Bedroom3
- Level: First
Bedroom4
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Multi Units,Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,532
- Total interior livable area: 1,532 sqft
Master Bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bath
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 035200004500
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 0.30 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: 4+ Cars Park,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Drought
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Louisiana Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,025 | $12,300 |
| Home Insurance * | $224 | $2,688 |
| Property Taxes | $79 | $948 |
| Electricity | $147 | $1,773 |
| Total | $1,475 | $17,700 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Louisiana FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-17 | Price change | $172,995 |
| 2026-04-09 | Price change | $173,995 |
| 2026-03-28 | Price change | $174,995 |
| 2026-03-17 | Price change | $175,000 |
| 2026-03-13 | Price change | $179,995 |
| 2026-03-12 | Price change | $184,995 |
| 2026-03-03 | Price change | $185,000 |
| 2026-02-19 | Price change | $188,795 |
| 2026-02-11 | Price change | $191,500 |
| 2026-01-29 | Price change | $196,500 |
| 2026-01-24 | Price change | $197,000 |
| 2026-01-21 | Price change | $198,999 |
| 2026-01-15 | Price change | $199,000 |
| 2026-01-13 | Price change | $199,900 |
| 2026-01-05 | Price change | $199,999 |
| 2025-12-06 | Price change | $202,900 |
| 2025-11-20 | Price change | $203,900 |
| 2025-11-11 | Price change | $204,900 |
| 2025-11-11 | Price change | $203,900 |
| 2025-11-08 | Price change | $206,900 |
| 2025-10-30 | Price change | $205,000 |
| 2025-09-29 | Price change | $206,900 |
| 2025-09-27 | Price change | $207,900 |
| 2025-09-16 | Price change | $209,900 |
| 2025-08-26 | Listed for sale | $219,900 |
| 2006-11-13 | Sold | -- |
| 2006-06-16 | Sold | -- |
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