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#457028, Norma Dean, Listing office: Coldwell Banker Pacesetter Ste
$383,000 List price
253 Melrose Corpus Christi, TX 78404
$4,548
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4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,852 sqft
0.3 acres
$134 / sqft
House
Property details
About 253 Melrose
Welcome to 253 Melrose St, Corpus Christi, TX Located in the sought-after Bessar Park subdivision and just two blocks from Ocean Drive, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers 2,851 sq ft of well-maintained living space on a large corner lot. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors throughout, sound-dampening windows, and cedar-lined closets in every bedroom. The home also includes a spacious flex area and the ability to create a large or grand primary suite to suit your needs. One of the standout features is the 1,000+ sq ft of bonus space attached to the 4-car garage, which includes two half bathrooms. This area is perfect for rental income, a guest suite, office space, or hobby use. Conveniently located near downtown Corpus Christi with quick access to parks, restaurants, and entertainment.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Central
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,852 sqft
Lot size0.29 Acres
Year built1946
ParkingGarage
MLS #458242
Garage4 spaces
FireplaceDecorative, Gas Log
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile
- Fireplace: Decorative, Gas Log
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 4 spaces
- Parking: Garage
- Exterior: Gutters, Wood Fence, Patio, Screened Porch
- Heating: Natural Gas, Central
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $383,000
- Price/SqFt: $134
- Lot: Corner Lot
- Year Built: 1946
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,852 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.29 Acres
- MLS Number: 458242
- MLS Name: SouthTexasMLS
- Office Name: Keller Williams Coastal Bend
- Office Phone: (361) 225-7900
- Office Email: klrw716@kw.com
- Listing Agent: Dustin Cameron
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Nearby schools
7
Moses Menger Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.6 mi
•2401 S Alameda St
5
Wynn Seale Metropolitan School of Design
Public District KG-6
1.0 mi
•1707 Ayers St
5
Sam Houston Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•363 Norton St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $64,051. Residents of Corpus Christi, TX typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
22%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
14%
100k-200k
12%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
58%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis- Tennis
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom Rack
Crate & Barrel
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
The Cheesecake Factory
Starbucks
Jack In The Box
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
BMW
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Jazz
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
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About 253 Melrose
The listing price of 253 Melrose property is $383,000.
The property 253 Melrose is a house located in Corpus Christi, Texas, 78404.
Active Listing: 253 Melrose is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 253 Melrose are: Moses Menger Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Wynn Seale Metropolitan School of Design (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Sam Houston Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Corpus Christi Montessori School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Marvin Baker Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Carl O. Hamlin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), W.B. Ray High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Collegiate High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Richard Milburn Academy Corpus Christi (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
The property at 253 Melrose has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 253 Melrose is 2,852 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 253 Melrose is 1946.
This home is located at 253 Melrose in Corpus Christi, TX and zip code 78404 in the Bay Area neighborhood. This 2,852 square foot home, which was built in 1946, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $383,000.
In May 2025 more than 29 listings in Corpus Christi, TX were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 87 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 159 were sold below. The number of listings in Corpus Christi, TX increased by 8.6% between April and May 2025. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $267,187, while the average time on the real estate market was 98 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.