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$35,411$22 / 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 81How 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

281 S CLAY ST

CHARLESTON, MS 38921
3
Beds
0
Baths
1,644 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$35K
$29K low$42K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$408 (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.$4,553 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$720
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$3,833
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$4,553
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$45,530

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.47
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
95
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
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
Charleston Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.7 mi
H
Charleston High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Charleston Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.1 mi

District: East Tallahatchie School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 38921These 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.152
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
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.3,726
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,572
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,537
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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%

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

281 S Clay 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 94% of homes in Tallahatchie County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Tallahatchie County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Tallahatchie County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Tallahatchie County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Tallahatchie County

What homes are worth in Charleston 38921

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

This home
$21K$250K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Charleston 38921.

How it measures up in Charleston 38921

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Charleston 38921.

Estimated value$35,411
CheaperTypical $84,919Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$22
CheaperTypical $61Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,644 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,394 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 281 S Clay St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCharleston 38921Tallahatchie County
Estimated valuepricier than$35,41111% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$227% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,644 ft²62% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac23% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than195024% of homes20% of homes

About 281 S Clay St

How much is 281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS is $35,411 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $28,775 to $42,047. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS last sell?

281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS last sold on May 26, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS?

281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS has 3 bedrooms, 1,644 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS built?

281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS was built in 1950, making it 76 years old.

What schools serve 281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS?

281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS is assigned to Charleston Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Charleston High School (high), rated C; Charleston Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in East Tallahatchie School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS compare to other homes in Charleston 38921?

Among the 1,609 homes in Charleston 38921, it is worth more than 11% of them ($35,411 against a typical $84,919), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($22 against a typical $61), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,644 ft² against a typical 1,394 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1950 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Tallahatchie County, it is worth more than 6% 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 281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS?

The 2024 property tax bill for 281 S Clay St, Charleston, MS was $408. The county assessed it at $4,553.

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