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$310,211$114 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

197 W SOUTH ST

MERIGOLD, MS 38759
3.5
Baths
2,732 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.
3,696 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$310K
$277K low$343K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,482 (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.$19,401 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,918
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$194,010

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
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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.2 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
CountyBOLIVAR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
Nailor Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 7.0 mi

District: Cleveland School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 38759These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.147
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.76

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.90%
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.21%
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.1,888
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,501
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,387
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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

197 W South 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 more than 93% of homes in Bolivar County
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Bolivar County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Bolivar County
  • Among the smallest lots in Merigold 38759
  • Among the newest homes in Merigold 38759

What homes are worth in Merigold 38759

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

This home
$57K$485K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Merigold 38759.

How it measures up in Merigold 38759

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merigold 38759.

Estimated value$310,211
CheaperTypical $147,156Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$114
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area2,732 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,772 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size3,696 ft²
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 197 W South St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerigold 38759Bolivar County
Estimated valuepricier than$310,21185% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11472% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than2,732 ft²80% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,696 ft²almost no homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 197 W South St

How much is 197 W South St, Merigold, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 W South St, Merigold, MS is $310,211 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $277,058 to $343,364. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 W South St, Merigold, MS last sell?

197 W South St, Merigold, MS last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 197 W South St, Merigold, MS?

197 W South St, Merigold, MS has 3.5 bathrooms, 2,732 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 197 W South St, Merigold, MS built?

197 W South St, Merigold, MS was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 197 W South St, Merigold, MS?

197 W South St, Merigold, MS is assigned to Nailor Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Cleveland School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 W South St, Merigold, MS compare to other homes in Merigold 38759?

Among the 719 homes in Merigold 38759, it is worth more than 85% of them ($310,211 against a typical $147,156), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($114 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,732 ft² against a typical 1,772 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,696 ft² against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Bolivar County, it is worth more than 93% 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 197 W South St, Merigold, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 W South St, Merigold, MS was $3,482. The county assessed it at $19,401.

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