494 Forest Ln, Melissa, TX 75454
OFF MARKET

494 Forest Ln
Melissa, TX 75454

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,411 sqft

$299,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,927/mo*
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$299,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,927/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,411 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

This house has brand new appliances and brand new flooring! Also completely repainted inside! This nice 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is ready for a new tenant to call it home. The kitchen boasts of solid thick granite counter top, full-size refrigerator, double stainless steel sink matching all new stainless steel appliances. In addition to all the new upgrades, there are also brand new blinds installed. This house sits is in a community that provides a big size swimming pool, a park and a playground for the family to play outdoors. Come stay in this upgraded house in a great school district with easy access to the Freeway and enjoy all the community features. This won't last!

Tenant pays for all the utilities and is responsible for the lawn maintenance (mowing, weeding, watering). If pet is present, aside from the $500 nonrefundable deposit, there is $75 charge per month for the pet.
494 Forest Ln, Melissa, TX 75454 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,411 sqft single-family home. It last sold for the $1,825 asking price on Mar 8, 2022. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $1,925 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 19, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $299,500, with a rent estimate of $1,907/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Attached Garage
Outdoor
Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 494 Forest Ln

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Exterior Features

Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Price History for 494 Forest Ln

DatePriceEventSource
09/19/2025$1,825ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/21/2025$1,825PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
08/06/2025$1,925Listed For RentZillow Rentals
05/19/2025$1,895ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
05/05/2025$1,895Listed For RentZillow Rentals
03/17/2022ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
03/09/2022$1,995Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
03/08/2022--Sold
Ebby Halliday solds #14751316_75454
02/28/2022$299,000PendingNTREIS #14751316
02/25/2022$299,000PendingToActiveNTREIS #14751316
02/15/2022$299,000PendingNTREIS #14751316
02/07/2022$299,000ContingentNTREIS #14751316
02/04/2022$299,000Listed For SaleNTREIS #14751316
04/28/2015$1,295ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/05/2015$1,295Listed For RentAgent Provided
03/16/2013$1,150ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/12/2013$1,150Listed For RentAgent Provided
04/02/2011$1,150ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/17/2011$1,150Listed For RentAgent Provided
04/09/2008--Sold
N/A

Market trends in Melissa

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$405K
$6.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
Price per sq ft
$185
$4MoM
Available listings
199
22MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$5,442
Assessment$285,050
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 494 Forest Ln

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
389 Elk Trl, Melissa, TX
0.09
Single-Family Home
-
04/22/26
3
2
1,598
519 Hunters Ridge Dr, Melissa, TX
0.13
Single-Family Home
-
06/18/26
3
2
1,676
2405 Pheasant Run, Melissa, TX
0.11
Single-Family Home
-
11/12/25
3
2
1,798
2304 Pheasant Run, Melissa, TX
0.11
Single-Family Home
-
04/15/26
3
2
1,872
508 Basswood Ln, Melissa, TX
0.16
Single-Family Home
-
10/21/25
3
2
1,674
278 Salmon Lake Dr, Melissa, TX
0.18
Single-Family Home
-
03/23/26
3
2
1,744
614 Buck Pass, Melissa, TX
0.18
Single-Family Home
-
07/16/25
3
2
1,744
268 Big Bear Dr, Melissa, TX
0.18
Single-Family Home
-
02/10/26
3
2
1,777
512 Fisherman Trl, Melissa, TX
0.21
Single-Family Home
-
11/17/25
3
2
1,920
618 Buck Pass, Melissa, TX
0.19
Single-Family Home
-
12/12/25
3
2
2,306

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What Locals Say about Melissa

At least 55 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say it's quiet

  • 82 % Say kids play outside

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 61 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say there are community events

  • 13 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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  • Amye
    "This is a great community, but it’s no longer the small town it once was. The school district is excellent with supportive and caring teachers and staff."
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  • Amye
    "My neighborhood has easy access to highway 75 and it’s about a 30 minute drive from here to downtown Dallas."
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  • brad.schweik
    "Great neighborhood! Many kind people and they have respect for their homes and for other people. We have really enjoyed living here."
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  • Meagstiffler
    "We have no family close to us. We are blessed that the neighbors have been family to us. We have weekly potluck dinners, and if I need help with house sitting, letting our dog out, or bringing my mail in, we have people that we can call. "
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  • Carey A.
    "Safe friendly area to walk your fur babies. If you don’t like dogs, don’t move into this neighborhood. "
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  • Pastorj
    "Community Parades, block parties, and Easter events for the community! Local pool with community fun for everyone to enjoy! "
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  • Jordan B.
    "Good community and all are family Oriented mostly young family people who live here. Lots of kids so great for little ones to grow up in Melissa. Police are fair and helpful. Great sense of community here and plenty of gas stations! Only negative things are no grocery store and we need more food options. Schools are great teachers are helpful and patient no drugs that are immediately noticeable. Really good city to live in. Low if any crime also "
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  • Sarahbryant0505
    "Parades, Fourth of July fireworks shows, great schools, small town with small town feel. We love it here"
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  • Alynnd76
    "Melissa is very family friendly and the public library always has things going on for the kids. The farmers market puts on lots of activities for kids and families."
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  • Kendhal T.
    "It’s very quiet out here. No one messes with anyone. New developments are being built weekly. Value of homes are going up yearly. "
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  • sunshine
    "Family friendly and safe neighborhood. Great schools and community pool. Neighborhood picnics and community garage sales."
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  • Daniel
    "No events specifically, but we just moved here last July. Neighbors mostly seem nice but we’ve only met a few. There are some nice parks nearbyt"
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  • S n. h.
    "City of Melissa has holiday events like parades and festivals. Neighborhoods have all the usual things like garage sales and trick or treating. "
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  • Harrison T.
    "Overall solid place and school systems. It’s a growing area lacking just a few creature comforts. Those should come in time"
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  • Kate P.
    "Several things..some good, some not so good. At the moment it’s simply a good area to invest in, due to the growth. "
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  • Coby M.
    "Great place to live. Melissa is expanding. "
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  • Shauna S.
    "Wonderful place to live. New parks, great schools. "
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