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$283,429$145 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $164,100 on May 25, 2017

5838 CARTER DR

SOUTHAVEN, MS 38672
3
Beds
0
Baths
1,951 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$283K
$268K low$299K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$164,100 · May 25, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$673 (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.$13,051 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,251
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$130,506

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residential
CountyDESOTO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Shingle
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.Patio · 120 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
DeSoto Central High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
DeSoto Central Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
DeSoto Central Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.7 mi

District: Desoto County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 38672These 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.48
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.200

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
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.16,361
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,223 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,598
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,019
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.55 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

5838 Carter 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 less than 87% of homes in Southaven 38672
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Southaven 38672
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Southaven 38672
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Southaven 38672
  • Older than 87% of homes in Southaven 38672

What homes are worth in Southaven 38672

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

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$248K$554K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Southaven 38672.

How it measures up in Southaven 38672

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Southaven 38672.

Estimated value$283,429
CheaperTypical $333,410Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,951 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,334 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 2008Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 5838 Carter Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthaven 38672DeSoto County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,42913% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14566% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,951 ft²9% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac26% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than200113% of homes53% of homes

About 5838 Carter Dr

How much is 5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS is $283,429 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $267,668 to $299,190. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS last sell?

5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS last sold on May 25, 2017 for $164,100, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS?

5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS has 3 bedrooms, 1,951 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS built?

5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS?

5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS is assigned to DeSoto Central High School (high), rated A-; DeSoto Central Middle School (middle), rated A+; DeSoto Central Primary School (elementary). All sit in Desoto County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS compare to other homes in Southaven 38672?

Among the 6,978 homes in Southaven 38672, it is worth more than 13% of them ($283,429 against a typical $333,410), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($145 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 9% of them (1,951 ft² against a typical 2,334 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (2001 against a typical 2008). Measured against all of DeSoto County, it is worth more than 44% 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 5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5838 Carter Dr, Southaven, MS was $673. The county assessed it at $13,051.

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