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$252,791$148 / 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 79How 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

5861 HIGHWAY 540

RALEIGH, MS 39153
1
Baths
1,707 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.
21.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
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

$253K
$201K low$305K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$252,791
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$202,233

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$7,658 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$71,150

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.51
46
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.
76
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
5
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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountySmith
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.21.22
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.Metal
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 1,008 ft²

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.

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

E
Raleigh Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 5.3 mi
M
Raleigh High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.8 mi

District: Smith County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 39153These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.3,574
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,885
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$55,168
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.60 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

5861 Highway 540 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 75% of homes in Raleigh 39153
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Raleigh 39153
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Raleigh 39153
  • Older than 77% of homes in Smith County

What homes are worth in Raleigh 39153

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

This home
$75K$469K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Raleigh 39153.

How it measures up in Raleigh 39153

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raleigh 39153.

Estimated value$252,791
CheaperTypical $180,808Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$148
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,707 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,642 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size21.22 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 5861 Highway 540 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaleigh 39153Smith County
Estimated valuepricier than$252,79175% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14888% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than1,707 ft²54% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than21.22 ac88% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than196528% of homes23% of homes

About 5861 Highway 540

How much is 5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS is $252,791 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $200,678 to $304,904. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS last sell?

5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS last sold on Jun 12, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS?

5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS has 1 bathrooms, 1,707 square feet of living space and a 21.22-acre lot.

When was 5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS built?

5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS was built in 1965, making it 61 years old.

What schools serve 5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS?

5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS is assigned to Raleigh Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Raleigh High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Smith County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5861 Highway 540, Raleigh, MS compare to other homes in Raleigh 39153?

Among the 1,326 homes in Raleigh 39153, it is worth more than 75% of them ($252,791 against a typical $180,808), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($148 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,707 ft² against a typical 1,642 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (21.22 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1965 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Smith County, it is worth more than 67% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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