Listed 2 Days Ago
Location
517 Melton Dr #1, Ruston, LA 71270, USA
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The Rental Association, LLC
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Property Overview
517 Melton Dr #1 in Ruston offers a mix of appealing features, including practical living space, a convenient location, and details that may add everyday comfort. It may especially appeal to buyers looking for a home with accessible amenities and a setting that balances function with value.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby
Great for
Social life
Policies and fees
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 517 Melton Dr #1
View this 3-bedroom and 2-bath home located at 517 Melton Drive in Ruston. This unit comes furnished with a refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave and dishwasher. It has central heating and air conditioning and has washer and dryer hookups. Tenant is responsible for lawn care. Tenant is responsible for paying all utilities. Utilities are through City of Ruston for electric and water. NO PETS Full deposit and full rent due prior to move in. We check income, rental history, credit, eviction history, and criminal history. Please fill out an application at therentalassociation. com to schedule your viewing today! (Application required to schedule. One application and one $60 nonrefundable application fee is good to view all of our properties.) Over 20 years of property management experience! **Proof of Renters Insurance with The Rental Association as "additional interest", required before move in.**
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 517 Melton Dr, Ruston, LA 71270, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.5 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 71270 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Ruston
3-bedroom apartments at 517 Melton Dr #1 cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Ruston.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Ruston
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,074 |
| November 2024 | $1,140 |
| December 2024 | $1,176 |
| January 2025 | $1,154 |
| February 2025 | $1,025 |
| March 2025 | $1,000 |
| April 2025 | $1,206 |
| May 2025 | $1,300 |
| June 2025 | $1,290 |
| July 2025 | $1,242 |
| August 2025 | $1,133 |
| September 2025 | $1,045 |
| October 2025 | $1,028 |
| November 2025 | $1,035 |
| December 2025 | $1,162 |
| January 2026 | $1,209 |
| February 2026 | $1,200 |
| March 2026 | $1,360 |
| April 2026 | $1,376 |
| May 2026 | $1,350 |
| June 2026 | $1,353 |
| July 2026 | $1,399 |
| August 2026 | $1,187 |
| September 2026 | $1,237 |
| October 2026 | $1,200 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 517 Melton Dr #1?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$52,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,300.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 months ago | $1,350 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 7 years ago | $1,000 | 3 bed | 2 bath | ||
| 8 years ago | $1,150 | 3 bed | 2 bath |
Schools near 517 Melton Dr #1
Ruston Elementary School
200 n bernard st
ruston, LA, 71270
3-5Public
B+
A.E. Phillips Laboratory School
hergot st - la tech campus
ruston, LA, 71272
K-8Public
A
Hillcrest Elementary School
301 east kentucky ave
ruston, LA, 71270
K-2Public
A+
Howard School
904 deville ln
ruston, LA, 71270
2-12Public
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Getting around Ruston near 517 Melton Dr #1
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Points of interest for 517 Melton Dr #1, Ruston
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
4/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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