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$522,374$234 / 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 95How 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

159 MERRITT RD

PETAL, MS 39465
2
Baths
2,237 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.
73.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$522K
$496K low$549K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,220 (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.$26,656 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$259,600

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.59
63
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
44
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.29 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyForrest
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.73.40
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 96 ft²Pool house

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

H
Petal High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
E
Petal Primary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 3.4 mi
M
Petal Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 6.3 mi

District: Petal School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 39465These 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.56
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,767
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.169 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,850
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,088
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.65°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.62 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

159 Merritt Rd 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 more than 96% of homes in Forrest County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Petal 39465
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Petal 39465
  • Among the largest lots in Petal 39465
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Forrest County

What homes are worth in Petal 39465

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

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$100K$600K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Petal 39465.

How it measures up in Petal 39465

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Petal 39465.

Estimated value$522,374
CheaperTypical $237,398Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$234
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area2,237 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,647 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size73.4 ac
SmallerTypical 1.25 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 159 Merritt Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePetal 39465Forrest County
Estimated valuepricier than$522,37495% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23498% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than2,237 ft²82% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than73.4 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than200270% of homes80% of homes

About 159 Merritt Rd

How much is 159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS is $522,374 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $496,188 to $548,560. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS last sell?

159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS last sold on Nov 17, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS?

159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS has 2 bathrooms, 2,237 square feet of living space and a 73.40-acre lot.

When was 159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS built?

159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS was built in 2002, making it 24 years old.

What schools serve 159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS?

159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS is assigned to Petal High School (high), rated A+; Petal Primary School (elementary), rated A; Petal Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Petal School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS compare to other homes in Petal 39465?

Among the 8,512 homes in Petal 39465, it is worth more than 95% of them ($522,374 against a typical $237,398), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($234 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,237 ft² against a typical 1,647 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (73.4 ac against a typical 1.25 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (2002 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Forrest County, it is worth more than 96% 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 159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Merritt Rd, Petal, MS was $3,220. The county assessed it at $26,656.

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