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$142,957$82 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

979 WATKINS PL

JACKSON, MS 39206
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,753 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
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

$143K
$130K low$156K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,565 (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.$11,398 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,798
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,367
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$95,980

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyHinds
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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
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.Patio · 80 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Powell Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Callaway High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Jackson Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 39206These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.22,119
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,121 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,114
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,796
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.64°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.61%

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How this home compares

979 Watkins Pl 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 69% of homes in Jackson 39206
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Jackson 39206
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Jackson 39206
  • Among the newest homes in Jackson 39206

What homes are worth in Jackson 39206

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

This home
$54K$337K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Jackson 39206.

How it measures up in Jackson 39206

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Jackson 39206.

Estimated value$142,957
CheaperTypical $111,950Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$82
CheaperTypical $69Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,753 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,638 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 979 Watkins Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJackson 39206Hinds County
Estimated valuepricier than$142,95769% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8276% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,753 ft²58% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac86% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than2007almost all homes95% of homes

About 979 Watkins Pl

How much is 979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS is $142,957 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $129,905 to $156,009. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS last sell?

979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS last sold on Mar 29, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS?

979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,753 square feet of living space.

When was 979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS built?

979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS?

979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS is assigned to Powell Middle School (middle), rated F; Callaway High School (high), rated B. All sit in Jackson Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS compare to other homes in Jackson 39206?

Among the 6,813 homes in Jackson 39206, it is worth more than 69% of them ($142,957 against a typical $111,950), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($82 against a typical $69), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,753 ft² against a typical 1,638 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2007 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Hinds County, it is worth more than 52% 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 979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 979 Watkins Pl, Jackson, MS was $1,565. The county assessed it at $11,398.

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