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$34,210$24 / 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 30How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1228 5TH ST

MERIDIAN, MS 39301
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,437 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$34K
$10K low$58K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$7,996 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,996
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$79,960

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
96
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
2
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyLAUDERDALE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 168 ft²

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

M
Magnolia Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Crestwood Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Meridian High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Meridian Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 39301These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,204
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.86 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,127
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,746
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

1228 5th 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 97% of homes in Lauderdale County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Lauderdale County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Lauderdale County

What homes are worth in Meridian 39301

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

This home
$25K$358K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Meridian 39301.

How it measures up in Meridian 39301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Meridian 39301.

Estimated value$34,210
CheaperTypical $95,544Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$24
CheaperTypical $69Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,437 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,452 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.67 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 1228 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeridian 39301Lauderdale County
Estimated valuepricier than$34,2108% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$244% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,437 ft²48% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac26% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than197862% of homes57% of homes

About 1228 5th St

How much is 1228 5th St, Meridian, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1228 5th St, Meridian, MS is $34,210 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $10,254 to $58,166. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1228 5th St, Meridian, MS last sell?

1228 5th St, Meridian, MS last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1228 5th St, Meridian, MS?

1228 5th St, Meridian, MS has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,437 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 1228 5th St, Meridian, MS built?

1228 5th St, Meridian, MS was built in 1978, making it 48 years old.

What schools serve 1228 5th St, Meridian, MS?

1228 5th St, Meridian, MS is assigned to Magnolia Middle School (middle), rated D-; Crestwood Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Meridian High School (high), rated F. All sit in Meridian Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1228 5th St, Meridian, MS compare to other homes in Meridian 39301?

Among the 9,743 homes in Meridian 39301, it is worth more than 8% of them ($34,210 against a typical $95,544), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($24 against a typical $69), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,437 ft² against a typical 1,452 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.67 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1978 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Lauderdale County, it is worth more than 3% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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