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$815,603$199 / 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 39How 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 $1,655,625 on Jun 26, 2025

981 HIGHWAY 7 S

WATER VALLEY, MS 38965
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,104 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.
105 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2017
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
7
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$816K
$317K low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,655,625 · Jun 26, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,031 (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.$60,230 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$39,015
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$593,630

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
42
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
93
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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
CountyLAFAYETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.105.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 192 ft²Patio · 192 ft²

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

M
Lafayette Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 8.7 mi
H
Lafayette High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.7 mi
E
Lafayette Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 9.3 mi

District: Lafayette County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 38965These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.7%
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.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,542
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,497
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,152
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

981 Highway 7 S 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Water Valley 38965
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Water Valley 38965
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Water Valley 38965
  • Among the largest lots in Lafayette County
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Water Valley 38965

What homes are worth in Water Valley 38965

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

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$63K$537K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Water Valley 38965.

How it measures up in Water Valley 38965

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Water Valley 38965.

Estimated value$815,603
CheaperTypical $146,032Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $87Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area4,104 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size105 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built2017
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 981 Highway 7 S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWater Valley 38965Lafayette County
Estimated valuepricier than$815,603almost all homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19995% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than4,104 ft²98% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than105 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than201795% of homes91% of homes

About 981 Highway 7 S

How much is 981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS is $815,603 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $316,646 to $1,314,560. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS last sell?

981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS last sold on Jun 26, 2025 for $1,655,625, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS?

981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 4,104 square feet of living space and a 105.00-acre lot.

When was 981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS built?

981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS was built in 2017, making it 9 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS?

981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS is assigned to Lafayette Middle School (middle), rated A; Lafayette High School (high), rated B+; Lafayette Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Lafayette County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS compare to other homes in Water Valley 38965?

Among the 3,722 homes in Water Valley 38965, it is worth more than almost all of them ($815,603 against a typical $146,032), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($199 against a typical $87), it is bigger than 98% of them (4,104 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (105 ac against a typical 2.4 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2017 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Lafayette County, it is worth more than 90% 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 981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS?

The 2025 property tax bill for 981 Highway 7 S, Water Valley, MS was $6,031. The county assessed it at $60,230.

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