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$304,265$264 / 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 74How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

259 OLD RIVER RD

PETAL, MS 39465
0
Baths
1,152 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.
25.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$304K
$225K low$383K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$304,265
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$243,412

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$963 (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.$7,283 (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.$48,550

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.91 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.25.90
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.None

Transaction History(2)

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 · 7.8 mi
E
Petal Primary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 8.2 mi
M
Petal Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 9.1 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

259 Old River 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 78% of homes in Forrest County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Petal 39465
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Petal 39465
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Petal 39465
  • Older than 96% of homes in Petal 39465

What homes are worth in Petal 39465

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

This home
$96K$598K

This home is worth more than 72% 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$304,265
CheaperTypical $240,041Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$264
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,638 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size25.9 ac
SmallerTypical 1.45 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 259 Old River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePetal 39465Forrest County
Estimated valuepricier than$304,26572% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$264almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²17% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than25.9 ac96% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than19454% of homes14% of homes

About 259 Old River Rd

How much is 259 Old River Rd, Petal, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 259 Old River Rd, Petal, MS is $304,265 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $225,310 to $383,220. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 259 Old River Rd, Petal, MS?

259 Old River Rd, Petal, MS has 1,152 square feet of living space and a 25.90-acre lot.

When was 259 Old River Rd, Petal, MS built?

259 Old River Rd, Petal, MS was built in 1945, making it 81 years old.

What schools serve 259 Old River Rd, Petal, MS?

259 Old River 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 259 Old River Rd, Petal, MS compare to other homes in Petal 39465?

Among the 8,512 homes in Petal 39465, it is worth more than 72% of them ($304,265 against a typical $240,041), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($264 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,638 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (25.9 ac against a typical 1.45 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1945 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Forrest County, it is worth more than 78% 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 259 Old River Rd, Petal, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 259 Old River Rd, Petal, MS was $963. The county assessed it at $7,283.

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