The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 39705 sells for about $229,900, or $135 per square foot.
Prices are down 13.11% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,091 a month.
ZIP 39705 — Columbus
The housing market in 39705 is currently experiencing a period of stabilization with a median listing price of $229,900. While year-over-year prices have seen a correction, the market remains balanced with a moderate supply of inventory and consistent demand from local workforce and military personnel.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and military-affiliated households seeking affordable single-family housing with proximity to regional employment centers.
Median prices moved down 13.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
23% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.3% · poverty 9.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 39705, Lowndes County MS
Crime rates in the Columbus area are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving the area are part of the Columbus Municipal School District and Lowndes County School District, which maintain varying performance ratings across state assessments.
The region is subject to seasonal severe weather, including thunderstorms and occasional tornado risks, necessitating standard property insurance coverage for wind and hail.
Economic momentum is anchored by the Columbus Air Force Base and local manufacturing sectors, with ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown corridor and expand regional infrastructure.
Property taxes are assessed by Lowndes County based on millage rates set by local school districts and municipal authorities, with homestead exemptions available for primary residences.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major access provided by US-82 and US-45 connecting to the broader Golden Triangle employment hub.
The area offers access to the Columbus Riverwalk, various community parks, and proximity to the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway for outdoor recreation.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from military personnel and local workforce, with moderate vacancy rates and stable rent growth.
The local economy is driven by the Columbus Air Force Base, manufacturing, and healthcare services, serving as a regional hub for the Golden Triangle area.
Transportation is dominated by highway corridors US-82 and US-45, with limited public transit options available within the city limits.
Development is focused on small-scale residential subdivisions and commercial improvements along major arterial roads.
The Lowndes County Tax Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments typically updated on a cyclical basis to reflect market changes.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes and municipal levies, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, with standard coverage typically including wind and hail protection.
Mississippi is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaults.
Mississippi law requires sellers to provide a property condition disclosure statement for most residential real estate transactions.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Scenic trail system along the Tombigbee River.
Large community park with sports facilities and playgrounds.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.