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$44,599$81 / 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 80How 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

255 E FORTIFICATION ST

JACKSON, MS 39202
0
Baths
553 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.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$45K
$36K low$54K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$980 (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.$5,043 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,968
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$5,043
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$33,620

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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
CountyHinds
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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.Gravity
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes

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

M
Bailey Apac Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Lanier Junior/Senior High SchoolF
High · Grades 7–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Jackson Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 39202These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.7,111
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,875 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,694
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,155
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

255 E Fortification 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 89% of homes in Jackson 39202
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Farish Street
  • Among the smallest homes in Hinds County
  • Among the oldest homes in Farish Street

What homes are worth in Jackson 39202

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

This home
$33K$455K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Jackson 39202.

How it measures up in Jackson 39202

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jackson 39202.

Estimated value$44,599
CheaperTypical $184,189Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $108Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area553 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,683 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1942Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 255 E Fortification St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFarish StreetJackson 39202Hinds County
Estimated valuepricier than$44,59977% of homes11% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8198% of homes30% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than553 ft²3% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than1928almost no homes4% of homesalmost no homes

About 255 E Fortification St

How much is 255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS is $44,599 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $35,568 to $53,630. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS last sell?

255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS last sold on Dec 17, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS built?

255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS was built in 1928, making it 98 years old.

What schools serve 255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS?

255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS is assigned to Bailey Apac Middle School (middle), rated A+; Lanier Junior/Senior High School (high), rated F. All sit in Jackson Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS compare to other homes in Jackson 39202?

Among the 2,096 homes in Jackson 39202, it is worth more than 11% of them ($44,599 against a typical $184,189), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($81 against a typical $108), it is bigger than almost none of them (553 ft² against a typical 1,683 ft²) and it is newer than 4% of them (1928 against a typical 1942). Measured against all of Hinds County, it is worth more than 13% 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 255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 255 E Fortification St, Jackson, MS was $980. The county assessed it at $5,043.

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