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$1,670,792$937 / 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 44How 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

523 1ST ST S

COLUMBUS, MS 39701
1
Baths
1,784 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.7M
$730K low$2.6M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$326 (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.$1,998 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,998
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$13,320

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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
CountyLOWNDES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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

Transaction History(5)

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.

E
Franklin AcademyD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Columbus High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Columbus Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi

District: Columbus Municipal School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 39701These 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.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.66 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,352
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,017
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%

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How this home compares

523 1st St S 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Columbus 39701
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Columbus 39701
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Lowndes County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Lowndes County

What homes are worth in Columbus 39701

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

This home
$28K$689K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Columbus 39701.

How it measures up in Columbus 39701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbus 39701.

Estimated value$1,670,792
CheaperTypical $82,659Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$937
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,784 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,442 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 523 1st St S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbus 39701Lowndes County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,670,792almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$937almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,784 ft²64% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac66% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than196851% of homes26% of homes

About 523 1st St S

How much is 523 1st St S, Columbus, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 1st St S, Columbus, MS is $1,670,792 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $729,945 to $2,611,639. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 1st St S, Columbus, MS last sell?

523 1st St S, Columbus, MS last sold on May 6, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 523 1st St S, Columbus, MS?

523 1st St S, Columbus, MS has 1 bathrooms, 1,784 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 523 1st St S, Columbus, MS built?

523 1st St S, Columbus, MS was built in 1968, making it 58 years old.

What schools serve 523 1st St S, Columbus, MS?

523 1st St S, Columbus, MS is assigned to Franklin Academy (elementary), rated D; Columbus High School (high), rated F; Columbus Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Columbus Municipal School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 523 1st St S, Columbus, MS compare to other homes in Columbus 39701?

Among the 5,402 homes in Columbus 39701, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,670,792 against a typical $82,659), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($937 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,784 ft² against a typical 1,442 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1968 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Lowndes County, it is worth more than almost all 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 523 1st St S, Columbus, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 523 1st St S, Columbus, MS was $326. The county assessed it at $1,998.

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