




118 W Melbourne Rd, Oak Ridge, TN, 37830
About This Home
Nearly 4,000 sq ft of flexible living space with a private lower-level suite and strong income potential -- just ~12 minutes from ORNL. Spacious 3,890 sq ft home on a quiet cul-de-sac in one of Oak Ridge's most desirable, established neighborhoods. The home features a brand-new roof (September 2025) with lifetime architectural shingles, along with hardwood floors, granite flooring in the foyer, many replaced windows, and a major renovation completed in 2009. The main floor includes a living room with fireplace, dining area, kitchen, and a convenient half bath. The upper level offers four large bedrooms and three full bathrooms. A fourth level provides an extra-large playroom or open office space, ideal for remote work, creative use, or a private retreat. The lower level includes a finished living area with a full bathroom, utility room, and two bedrooms. Across the home, all bedrooms are comfortably sized and fully usable. The smallest bedroom exceeds 10 × 10, while several rooms approach or exceed ~250 sq ft (see floor plans), allowing space for full bedroom sets, dedicated work areas, and hobbies without compromise. Separate income/guest opportunity: the lower-level layout allows for a potential 2-bedroom executive-style suite with private living space. It benefits from a separate entrance and enhanced sound separation from the main living areas. Given the home's proximity to ORNL, the space is well positioned for short- or mid-term rental use, with typical Oak Ridge demand supporting approximately $1,500-$2,500/month at moderate (~50%) occupancy, depending on furnishing and management. Additional features include covered decks on both main and lower levels, a 2-car attached garage, and a quiet, low-traffic setting. Location: - ORNL: ~12 minutes - Schools, Oak Ridge Mall, and restaurants: ~5-10 minutes Homes of similar size in Oak Ridge can approach $700K-$800K+ when fully modernized, making this a compelling opportunity to realize long-term value. Seller is offering a $15,000 credit at closing, which can be used toward interest rate reduction, closing costs, or to preserve buyer funds for upgrades, furnishings, or other priorities.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1990
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s),Bonus Room
- Window features: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,890
- Total interior livable area: 3,890 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 104K A 026.00
Lot
- Lot size: 0.38 Acres
- Features: Other
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- 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
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Tennessee 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 | $3,028 | $36,336 |
| Home Insurance | $249 | $2,988 |
| Property Taxes | $289 | $3,468 |
| Electricity | $316 | $3,792 |
| Total | $3,882 | $46,584 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-29 | Price change | $645,000 |
| 2025-12-22 | Listed for sale | $650,000 |
| 2001-09-24 | Sold | $220,000 |
| 1998-07-01 | Sold | $230,000 |
