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$145,768$93 / 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 82How 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 $80,500 on Dec 15, 2003

968 ROAD 261

TUPELO, MS 38801
1
Baths
1,564 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.
0.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
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

$146K
$120K low$172K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,500 · Dec 15, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$978 (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.$9,073 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,073
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$90,730

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.8
1
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.
7
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyLee
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.85
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

H
Shannon High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.6 mi
M
Shannon Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.7 mi
E
Shannon Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 7.4 mi

District: Lee County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 38801These 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.107
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 100.64

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.18%
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.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,604
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.389 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,073
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,501
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.62°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.58 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

968 Road 261 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 83% of homes in Lee County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Lee County

What homes are worth in Tupelo 38801

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

This home
$87K$754K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Tupelo 38801.

How it measures up in Tupelo 38801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tupelo 38801.

Estimated value$145,768
CheaperTypical $211,176Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$93
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,564 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.85 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 968 Road 261 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTupelo 38801Lee County
Estimated valuepricier than$145,76825% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9315% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,564 ft²47% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.85 ac62% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than198047% of homes41% of homes

About 968 Road 261

How much is 968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS is $145,768 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $119,533 to $172,003. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS last sell?

968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS last sold on Dec 15, 2003 for $80,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS?

968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS has 1 bathrooms, 1,564 square feet of living space and a 0.85-acre lot.

When was 968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS built?

968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS was built in 1980, making it 46 years old.

What schools serve 968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS?

968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS is assigned to Shannon High School (high), rated F; Shannon Middle School (middle), rated C-; Shannon Primary School (elementary). All sit in Lee County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS compare to other homes in Tupelo 38801?

Among the 9,882 homes in Tupelo 38801, it is worth more than 25% of them ($145,768 against a typical $211,176), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($93 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,564 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.85 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1980 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Lee County, it is worth more than 17% 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 968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 968 Road 261, Tupelo, MS was $978. The county assessed it at $9,073.

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