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$235,196$102 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

5540 DEAD RIVER DR

GAUTIER, MS 39553
2
Baths
2,303 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.
0.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$235K
$218K low$253K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,934 (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.$20,286 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,070
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,216
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,286
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$135,234

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
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
60
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
22
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.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.99%
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
CountyJackson
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.57
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Martin Bluff Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.4 mi
H
Gautier High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Gautier Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.8 mi

District: Pascagoula School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 39553These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.91%
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.15%
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.17,414
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.425 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,740
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,911
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.66 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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

5540 Dead River Dr 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 70% of homes in Gautier 39553
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Gautier 39553
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Gautier 39553
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Gautier 39553
  • Older than 77% of homes in Gautier 39553

What homes are worth in Gautier 39553

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

This home
$86K$563K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Gautier 39553.

How it measures up in Gautier 39553

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gautier 39553.

Estimated value$235,196
CheaperTypical $199,977Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$102
CheaperTypical $130Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area2,303 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,493 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.57 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 5540 Dead River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGautier 39553Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$235,19670% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10211% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than2,303 ft²89% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.57 ac81% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than197023% of homes32% of homes

About 5540 Dead River Dr

How much is 5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS is $235,196 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $217,560 to $252,832. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS last sell?

5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS last sold on Jun 7, 2011, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS?

5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS has 2 bathrooms, 2,303 square feet of living space and a 0.57-acre lot.

When was 5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS built?

5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS?

5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS is assigned to Martin Bluff Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Gautier High School (high), rated B-; Gautier Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Pascagoula School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS compare to other homes in Gautier 39553?

Among the 6,113 homes in Gautier 39553, it is worth more than 70% of them ($235,196 against a typical $199,977), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($102 against a typical $130), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,303 ft² against a typical 1,493 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.57 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1970 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 53% 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 5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5540 Dead River Dr, Gautier, MS was $2,934. The county assessed it at $20,286.

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