Is parking easy in South Boston, VA?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in South Boston, VA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in South Boston, VA?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say yards are well-kept

Does South Boston, VA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is South Boston, VA quiet?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in South Boston, VA?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there's wildlife

Do kids play outside in South Boston, VA?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say kids play outside

Are neighbors friendly in South Boston, VA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is South Boston, VA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say it's dog friendly

Do residents of South Boston, VA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Does South Boston, VA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 41% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in South Boston, VA?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say streets are well-lit

Are there community events in South Boston, VA?

As of early 2026, 37% of users say there are community events

Would people walk alone at night in South Boston, VA?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is South Boston, VA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is South Boston, VA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 26% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 1096 Melon Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1096 Melon Rd in Alton, VA is $119,900 .

Is Alton a buyer's or seller's market?

Alton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Alton?

Residents describe Alton, VA as easy to park in, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Alton, VA .

What are the closest schools to 1096 Melon Rd?

The closest schools to 1096 Melon Rd in Alton, VA are Cluster Springs Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Halifax County High School (rated 3/10), Halifax County Middle School (rated 5/10).

How big is the lot at 1096 Melon Rd?

The lot at 1096 Melon Rd in Alton, VA is about 1 acre .

OFF MARKET

$119,900

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,664 sqft (on 1 acre)

1096 Melon Rd, Alton, VA 24520

Est. Refi. Payment $763/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$120K

Since last month

$3K (-2.5%)

Since last year

$4K (-3.1%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +76% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$117K
August 2026	$120K
July 2026	$120K
June 2026	$122K
May 2026	$128K
April 2026	$128K
March 2026	$130K
January 2026	$122K
2025
December 2025	$113K
November 2025	$113K
October 2025	$110K
September 2025	$113K
August 2025	$121K
July 2025	$113K
June 2025	$113K
May 2025	$115K
2024
February 2024	$97K
January 2024	$95K
2023
December 2023	$98K
October 2023	$99K
August 2023	$97K
May 2023	$108K
April 2023	$101K
March 2023	$90K
2022
August 2022	$85K
July 2022	$88K
May 2022	$86K
April 2022	$80K
March 2022	$73K
2021
December 2021	$68K
November 2021	$68K
September 2021	$58K
August 2021	$60K
July 2021	$64K
May 2021	$78K
April 2021	$77K
March 2021	$75K
February 2021	$73K
January 2021	$73K
2020
December 2020	$73K
November 2020	$73K
October 2020	$74K
September 2020	$75K
August 2020	$70K
July 2020	$71K
June 2020	$72K
May 2020	$71K
April 2020	$71K
March 2020	$69K
February 2020	$70K
January 2020	$70K
2019
December 2019	$69K
November 2019	$71K
October 2019	$70K
September 2019	$75K
August 2019	$74K
July 2019	$72K
June 2019	$69K
May 2019	$69K
April 2019	$69K
March 2019	$69K
February 2019	$71K
January 2019	$70K
2018
December 2018	$70K
November 2018	$70K
October 2018	$70K
September 2018	$69K
August 2018	$69K
July 2018	$70K
June 2018	$72K
May 2018	$74K
April 2018	$70K
March 2018	$72K
February 2018	$72K
January 2018	$71K
2017
December 2017	$68K
November 2017	$70K
October 2017	$71K
September 2017	$70K
August 2017	$70K
July 2017	$69K
June 2017	$69K
May 2017	$70K
April 2017	$71K
March 2017	$70K
February 2017	$70K
January 2017	$69K
2016
December 2016	$70K
November 2016	$68K
October 2016	$68K
September 2016	$67K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
9074 Philpott Rd, South Boston, VA	1.07	Single-Family Home	$157,000	10/08/25	3	3	2,157
11149 Philpott Rd, Alton, VA	1.35	Single-Family Home	$305,000	12/15/25	3	2	2,336
1032 Scales Rd, South Boston, VA	2.07	Single-Family Home	$28,000	03/09/26	2	1	720
8115 Philpott Rd, South Boston, VA	2.28	Single-Family Home	$180,000	12/03/25	3	2	1,753
1028 Mount Carmel Rd, Alton, VA	2.51	Single-Family Home	$135,000	02/26/26	3	1	1,303
1202 Three M Ln, Alton, VA	3.40	Single-Family Home	$449,000	06/15/26	2	2	1,554
13177 Philpott Rd, Alton, VA	3.37	Single-Family Home	$1,100,000	07/31/26	6	5	3,624
4056 Cluster Springs Rd, Alton, VA	4.49	Single-Family Home	$310,000	12/22/25	3	2	1,976
5040 Bold Springs Rd, South Boston, VA	4.57	Single-Family Home	$240,000	08/06/26	4	2	2,016
5030 Bold Springs Rd, South Boston, VA	4.59	Single-Family Home	$208,500	10/22/25	4	2	2,128

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
1037 Solomon Rd, Alton, VA 24520	0.38	$167,600	3	1	1,343	Off Market
4070 Turbeville Rd, Alton, VA 24520	1.00	-	-	-	-	Off Market
9047 Philpott Rd, South Boston, VA 24592	1.26	$224,600	3	2	1,926	Off Market
11149 Philpott Rd, Alton, VA 24520	1.35	$305,000	3	2	2,336	Recently Sold
9000 Philpott Rd, South Boston, VA 24592	1.39	$1,495,000	4	3.5	5,750	For Sale
11198 Philpott Rd, South Boston, VA 24520	1.47	$130,000	2	1	-	Recently Sold

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1993

1 acre lot

1,664 sqft

$72/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1096 Melon Rd, Alton, VA. 1096 Melon Rd is in Alton, VA and in ZIP code 24520. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,664 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 1 acre and was built in 1993.

1096 Melon Rd, Alton, VA 24520 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,664 sqft single-family home built in 1993. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $119,900, with a rent estimate of $1,755/month.

Home Details for 1096 Melon Rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat PumpHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 6
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Masonry

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1993
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: mobile home (double-wide)

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1 acre

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$411	$82,284

Home facts updated by county records

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Market trends in South Boston

Last updated August 2026

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Around this home

Cluster Springs Elementary School
PK-5
Public
572 Students
Halifax County Public Schools
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
We Love this, School!! The principal is amazing!!
Parent Review
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What Locals Say about South Boston

At least 34 Trulia users voted on each feature.

92 % Say parking is easy
85 % Say car is needed
83 % Say yards are well-kept
68 % Say there's holiday spirit
56 % Say it's quiet
53 % Say there's wildlife
47 % Say kids play outside
46 % Say neighbors are friendly
46 % Say it's dog friendly
45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
41 % Say there are sidewalks
38 % Say streets are well-lit
37 % Say there are community events
36 % Say people would walk alone at night
29 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
26 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Janice V.
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6y ago
"Small town , nice and quiet , safe for some areas , not much to do here a few shopping stores , a few restaurants "
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Mrzkamice
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8y ago
"nostalgic quiet and safe oh and friendly...not too much more to say...perfect place to raise a family....I love it here"
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Frequently asked questions about 1096 Melon Rd

What is 1096 Melon Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1096 Melon Rd in Alton, VA is $119,900.
Is Alton a buyer's or seller's market?
Alton is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Alton?
Residents describe Alton, VA as easy to park in, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Alton, VA.
What are the closest schools to 1096 Melon Rd?
The closest schools to 1096 Melon Rd in Alton, VA are Cluster Springs Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Halifax County High School (rated 3/10), Halifax County Middle School (rated 5/10).
How big is the lot at 1096 Melon Rd?
The lot at 1096 Melon Rd in Alton, VA is about 1 acre.