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 1162 Melon Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1162 Melon Rd in Alton, VA is $142,500 .

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 1162 Melon Rd?

The closest schools to 1162 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).

Does 1162 Melon Rd have air conditioning?

Yes, 1162 Melon Rd in Alton, VA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1162 Melon Rd?

The lot at 1162 Melon Rd in Alton, VA is about 2.6 acres .

OFF MARKET

$142,500

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
1 Bath
2,184 sqft (on 2.60 acres)

1162 Melon Rd, Alton, VA 24520

Est. Refi. Payment $861/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$143K

Since last month

$2K (+1.1%)

Since last year

$10K (-6.7%)

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 +145% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$143K
August 2026	$141K
June 2026	$142K
May 2026	$146K
April 2026	$147K
March 2026	$145K
February 2026	$136K
2025
December 2025	$138K
November 2025	$137K
October 2025	$140K
September 2025	$146K
August 2025	$153K
July 2025	$149K
June 2025	$143K
May 2025	$145K
April 2025	$135K
March 2025	$136K
January 2025	$131K
2024
December 2024	$143K
November 2024	$145K
October 2024	$152K
September 2024	$147K
August 2024	$150K
July 2024	$155K
June 2024	$155K
May 2024	$153K
April 2024	$150K
March 2024	$150K
February 2024	$137K
2023
December 2023	$139K
November 2023	$145K
October 2023	$143K
September 2023	$147K
August 2023	$141K
July 2023	$140K
June 2023	$153K
May 2023	$150K
April 2023	$143K
March 2023	$136K
February 2023	$124K
January 2023	$127K
2022
December 2022	$128K
November 2022	$127K
October 2022	$130K
September 2022	$135K
August 2022	$134K
July 2022	$137K
June 2022	$135K
May 2022	$133K
April 2022	$128K
March 2022	$119K
February 2022	$112K
January 2022	$116K
2021
December 2021	$115K
November 2021	$115K
October 2021	$108K
September 2021	$105K
August 2021	$108K
July 2021	$114K
June 2021	$114K
2019
September 2019	$24K
August 2019	$24K
July 2019	$25K
June 2019	$62K
May 2019	$67K
April 2019	$86K
March 2019	$86K
February 2019	$84K
January 2019	$77K
2018
December 2018	$80K
November 2018	$62K
October 2018	$69K
September 2018	$72K
August 2018	$84K
July 2018	$80K
June 2018	$67K
May 2018	$84K
April 2018	$64K
March 2018	$83K
February 2018	$83K
January 2018	$79K
2017
December 2017	$82K
November 2017	$78K
October 2017	$81K
September 2017	$82K
August 2017	$87K
July 2017	$80K
June 2017	$88K
May 2017	$85K
April 2017	$70K
March 2017	$81K
February 2017	$79K
January 2017	$81K
2016
December 2016	$77K
November 2016	$74K
October 2016	$71K
September 2016	$58K

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	1.28	Single-Family Home	$157,000	10/08/25	3	3	2,157
11149 Philpott Rd, Alton, VA	1.39	Single-Family Home	$305,000	12/15/25	3	2	2,336
1028 Mount Carmel Rd, Alton, VA	2.64	Single-Family Home	$135,000	02/26/26	3	1	1,303
1032 Scales Rd, South Boston, VA	2.23	Single-Family Home	$28,000	03/09/26	2	1	720
8115 Philpott Rd, South Boston, VA	2.50	Single-Family Home	$180,000	12/03/25	3	2	1,753
1202 Three M Ln, Alton, VA	3.31	Single-Family Home	$449,000	06/15/26	2	2	1,554
13177 Philpott Rd, Alton, VA	3.33	Single-Family Home	$1,100,000	07/31/26	6	5	3,624
4056 Cluster Springs Rd, Alton, VA	4.76	Single-Family Home	$310,000	12/22/25	3	2	1,976
1223 Mount Carmel Rd, Alton, VA	3.56	Single-Family Home	$569,000	02/13/26	3	2	840
5030 Bold Springs Rd, South Boston, VA	4.82	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	0.64	$167,600	3	1	1,343	Off Market
185 Flint Rock Rd, Alton, VA 24520	1.27	$479,900	4	4	3,164	For Sale
4070 Turbeville Rd, Alton, VA 24520	1.27	-	-	-	-	Off Market
11149 Philpott Rd, Alton, VA 24520	1.39	$305,000	3	2	2,336	Recently Sold
9047 Philpott Rd, South Boston, VA 24592	1.48	$224,600	3	2	1,926	Off Market
11198 Philpott Rd, South Boston, VA 24520	1.46	$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 1947

2.6 acre lot

2,184 sqft

$65/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1162 Melon Rd, Alton, VA. 1162 Melon Rd is in Alton, VA and in ZIP code 24520. This property has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 2,184 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 2.60 acres and was built in 1947.

1162 Melon Rd, Alton, VA 24520 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2,184 sqft single-family home built in 1947. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $142,500, with a rent estimate of $1,681/month.

Home Details for 1162 Melon Rd

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete Block

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1947
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Interior Features
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Workshop
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl

Lot Information
Lot Area: 2.60 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$611	$122,199

Home facts updated by county records

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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 1162 Melon Rd

What is 1162 Melon Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1162 Melon Rd in Alton, VA is $142,500.
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 1162 Melon Rd?
The closest schools to 1162 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).
Does 1162 Melon Rd have air conditioning?
Yes, 1162 Melon Rd in Alton, VA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1162 Melon Rd?
The lot at 1162 Melon Rd in Alton, VA is about 2.6 acres.