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$36,163$21 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1218 RAILROAD ST

COLUMBUS, MS 39701
1
Baths
1,721 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$36K
$28K low$44K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$715 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$4,380 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,380
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$29,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
93
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
87
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
4
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLowndes
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Pier/Post & Beam
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Stokes Beard Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Columbus High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Columbus Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi

District: Columbus Municipal School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 39701These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.66 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,352
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,017
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.64%

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How this home compares

1218 Railroad St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Lowndes County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Lowndes County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Lowndes County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Columbus 39701

What homes are worth in Columbus 39701

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$25K$701K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Columbus 39701.

How it measures up in Columbus 39701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbus 39701.

Estimated value$36,163
CheaperTypical $77,882Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$21
CheaperTypical $59Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area1,721 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,427 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 1218 Railroad St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbus 39701Lowndes County
Estimated valuepricier than$36,16310% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$212% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,721 ft²63% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac15% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than198579% of homes62% of homes

About 1218 Railroad St

How much is 1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS is $36,163 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $28,273 to $44,053. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS last sell?

1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS last sold on Mar 27, 1965, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS?

1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS has 1 bathrooms, 1,721 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS built?

1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS was built in 1985, making it 41 years old.

What schools serve 1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS?

1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS is assigned to Stokes Beard Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Columbus High School (high), rated D+; Columbus Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Columbus Municipal School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS compare to other homes in Columbus 39701?

Among the 5,380 homes in Columbus 39701, it is worth more than 10% of them ($36,163 against a typical $77,882), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($21 against a typical $59), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,721 ft² against a typical 1,427 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1985 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Lowndes County, it is worth more than 2% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1218 Railroad St, Columbus, MS was $715. The county assessed it at $4,380.

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