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$150,872$92 / 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 93How 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

279 COUNTY ROAD 655

WALNUT, MS 38683
1.5
Baths
1,647 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.
3.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$151K
$140K low$162K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$932 (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.$8,020 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,521
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$53,460

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
93
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.
3
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyALCORN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 720 ft²

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

M
Kossuth Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 9.7 mi
H
Kossuth High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.7 mi
E
Kossuth Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 9.8 mi

District: Alcorn School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 38683These 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.134
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 100.99

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,050
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,153
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$56,618
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.57 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

279 County Road 655 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Alcorn County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Walnut 38683

What homes are worth in Walnut 38683

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

This home
$42K$366K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Walnut 38683.

How it measures up in Walnut 38683

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Walnut 38683.

Estimated value$150,872
CheaperTypical $123,615Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$92
CheaperTypical $85Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,647 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,420 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size3.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.42 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 279 County Road 655 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWalnut 38683Alcorn County
Estimated valuepricier than$150,87263% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9259% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,647 ft²62% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.5 ac57% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than196316% of homes25% of homes

About 279 County Road 655

How much is 279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS is $150,872 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $139,671 to $162,073. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS last sell?

279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS?

279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,647 square feet of living space and a 3.50-acre lot.

When was 279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS built?

279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS was built in 1963, making it 63 years old.

What schools serve 279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS?

279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS is assigned to Kossuth Middle School (middle), rated B; Kossuth High School (high), rated A-; Kossuth Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Alcorn School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS compare to other homes in Walnut 38683?

Among the 2,353 homes in Walnut 38683, it is worth more than 63% of them ($150,872 against a typical $123,615), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($92 against a typical $85), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,647 ft² against a typical 1,420 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (3.5 ac against a typical 2.42 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1963 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Alcorn County, it is worth more than 45% 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 279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 County Road 655, Walnut, MS was $932. The county assessed it at $8,020.

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