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1902 Melba Dr, Tifton, GA, 31793

4beds
4baths
2,568sqft
$385,000
$150price/sqft
$3,054/moest. monthly cost
$122,160/yrincome needed

About This Home

Step into the charm of this beautifully updated 1970s brick home, perfectly situated on a spacious one-acre corner lot in a highly desirable neighborhood just minutes from all the conveniences of town. This classic home blends timeless character with modern updates, featuring a renovated kitchen and updated bathrooms designed for both style and functionality. Enjoy outdoor living at its best with a private brick patio—ideal for entertaining or relaxing evenings. The fenced backyard offers plenty of space for pets, play, or gardening, while the detached two-car garage includes a fantastic bonus: an outdoor cooking area, perfect for hosting gatherings year-round. With its solid brick construction, generous lot, and thoughtful upgrades, this property offers the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and classic appeal. Last contract was terminated by buyer due to personal issues. No issues with home. Two home inspections have been done with no major issues found. New roof 6/2026.

Getting Around

11
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
41
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
5/10
Tift County High SchoolGrades 9-124.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1973

Materials

  • Roof: Architectural
  • Construction materials: Brick,Paint Walls,Sheetrock Walls,Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Electric Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Laundry Room Location (Utility),W/D Hook Up

Basement

  • Basement: Crawl Space

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Pantry
  • Door features: Storm Door(s)
  • Window features: Blinds,Double Pane Windows
  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood,Wood Floors

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Electric,Two Units
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Multi Units

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,568
  • Total interior livable area: 2,568 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 036

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Patio,Porch
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Waterfront features: None

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.07 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: 2 Car,Attached,Detached,Circular Driveway,Paved Driveway
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

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

  • Lightning
    LightningVery High
  • Tornado
    TornadoVery High
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

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Tornado
Hurricane
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Inland Flooding
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FEMA Declared Disasters Across Georgia Counties

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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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,946$23,352
Home Insurance *$199$2,388
Property Taxes $660$7,920
Electricity $249$2,994
Total$3,054$36,648
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$104,708/yr
40% on housing$91,620/yr
45% on housing$81,440/yr

Georgia FAIR Plan Programs

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Georgia Underwriting Association - Coastal

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Current Policies
Residential: 8,778Commercial: 638
Total Premiums$16.25M
Total Exposure$2.20B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 2.8%
2.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$150This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 31793$132
Tift County$121

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 31793$159
Tift County$154

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)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-16Price change$385,000
2026-06-02Listed for sale$395,000
2026-05-15Listing removed$395,000
2026-03-27Listed for sale$395,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMelissa Brock
BrokerageAdvantage Realty Partners LLC

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