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$143,649$75 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $90,000 on May 20, 2021

97 GARDENIA DR

COLUMBUS, MS 39705
1
Baths
1,910 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.
0.31 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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$144K
$133K low$154K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,000 · May 20, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,324 (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.$14,226 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,226
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$94,840

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.61
87
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
94
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
4
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.76 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyLowndes
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
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.Forced Air
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

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
Cook Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Columbus Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
Columbus High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Columbus Municipal School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 39705These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
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.13,447
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.196 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,718
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,882
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°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

97 Gardenia 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 78% of homes in Columbus 39705
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Columbus 39705
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Columbus 39705
  • Older than 76% of homes in Columbus 39705

What homes are worth in Columbus 39705

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

This home
$77K$585K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Columbus 39705.

How it measures up in Columbus 39705

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbus 39705.

Estimated value$143,649
CheaperTypical $214,237Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$75
CheaperTypical $98Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,910 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,158 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.78 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 97 Gardenia Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbus 39705Lowndes County
Estimated valuepricier than$143,64922% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7516% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,910 ft²36% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac18% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than197024% of homes32% of homes

About 97 Gardenia Dr

How much is 97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS is $143,649 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $133,233 to $154,065. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS last sell?

97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS last sold on May 20, 2021 for $90,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS?

97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS has 1 bathrooms, 1,910 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS built?

97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS was built in 1970, making it 56 years old.

What schools serve 97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS?

97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS is assigned to Cook Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Columbus Middle School (middle), rated F; Columbus High School (high), rated F. All sit in Columbus Municipal School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS compare to other homes in Columbus 39705?

Among the 4,201 homes in Columbus 39705, it is worth more than 22% of them ($143,649 against a typical $214,237), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($75 against a typical $98), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,910 ft² against a typical 2,158 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.78 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1970 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Lowndes County, it is worth more than 43% 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 97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 97 Gardenia Dr, Columbus, MS was $2,324. The county assessed it at $14,226.

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