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159 RAILROAD AVE

SUMNER, MS 38957
0
Baths
2,356 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.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,049 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$8,692 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$8,092
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,692
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$57,948

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.51
40
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
7
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.8 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.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
CountyTallahatchie
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.Shingle

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

E
R.H. Bearden Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.7 mi
M
West Tallahatchie High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.9 mi

District: West Tallahatchie School

Neighborhood · ZIP 38957These 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.160
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.158
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.80

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.378
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.63 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,067
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,691
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.56 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

159 Railroad Ave 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.

  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Tallahatchie County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Tallahatchie County

How it measures up in Sumner 38957

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sumner 38957.

Living area2,356 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,691 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 159 Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSumner 38957Tallahatchie County
Living areabigger than2,356 ft²72% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than192015% of homes5% of homes

About 159 Railroad Ave

When did 159 Railroad Ave, Sumner, MS last sell?

159 Railroad Ave, Sumner, MS last sold on Dec 11, 1957, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 159 Railroad Ave, Sumner, MS built?

159 Railroad Ave, Sumner, MS was built in 1920, making it 106 years old.

What schools serve 159 Railroad Ave, Sumner, MS?

159 Railroad Ave, Sumner, MS is assigned to R.H. Bearden Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; West Tallahatchie High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in West Tallahatchie School. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Railroad Ave, Sumner, MS compare to other homes in Sumner 38957?

Among the 180 homes in Sumner 38957, it is bigger than 72% of them (2,356 ft² against a typical 1,691 ft²) and it is newer than 15% of them (1920 against a typical 1960). 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 Railroad Ave, Sumner, MS?

The 2024 property tax bill for 159 Railroad Ave, Sumner, MS was $1,049. The county assessed it at $8,692.

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