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$275,517$130 / 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 97How 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

8978 SHELLFLOWER DR

SOUTHAVEN, MS 38671
3
Beds
0
Baths
2,123 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$276K
$266K low$285K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,703 (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.$30,488 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,988
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,488
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$203,255

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
CountyDeSoto
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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 · 216 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.

E
Hope Sullivan Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.7 mi
M
Southaven Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi
H
Southaven High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Desoto County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 38671These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.128
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.209

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,148
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,639 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,633
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,628
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

8978 Shellflower 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 82% of homes in Southaven 38671
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in DeSoto County
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Southaven 38671
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Southaven 38671

What homes are worth in Southaven 38671

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

This home
$145K$457K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Southaven 38671.

How it measures up in Southaven 38671

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Southaven 38671.

Estimated value$275,517
CheaperTypical $223,737Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $133Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,123 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,688 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 8978 Shellflower Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthaven 38671DeSoto County
Estimated valuepricier than$275,51782% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13040% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than2,123 ft²82% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac74% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than199859% of homes40% of homes

About 8978 Shellflower Dr

How much is 8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS is $275,517 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $266,434 to $284,600. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS?

8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS has 3 bedrooms, 2,123 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS built?

8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS?

8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS is assigned to Hope Sullivan Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Southaven Middle School (middle), rated D-; Southaven High School (high), rated B. All sit in Desoto County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS compare to other homes in Southaven 38671?

Among the 12,498 homes in Southaven 38671, it is worth more than 82% of them ($275,517 against a typical $223,737), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($130 against a typical $133), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,123 ft² against a typical 1,688 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1998 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of DeSoto County, it is worth more than 42% 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 8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8978 Shellflower Dr, Southaven, MS was $3,703. The county assessed it at $30,488.

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