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GUNTOWN, MS 38849

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lee County
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of September 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The GUNTOWN, MS real estate market (38849) currently shows 26 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 59 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.7% year-over-year, from $322,875 to $281,975.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 5,195  ·  Density: 27.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,068

Typical home value: $153,767  ·  Homeownership: 80.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
26
⇧ 44.4% vs 18 last year
Pending
10
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$281,975
⇩ 12.7% vs $322,875 last year
Average Price
$349,661
⇩ 9.9% vs $387,960 last year
Days on Market
59
⇩ 32.2% vs 87 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$143
⇩ 1.4% vs $145/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,980 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 26 this year vs 18 last year
  • Days on market: 59 now vs 87 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $281,975 (-12.7% YoY)
  • Average: $349,661 (-9.9% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 26.0 miles — 348 listings ($117,462,853 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
38849Guntown, MS 388490.0 mi31$11,896,250$342,125$383,750
38866Saltillo, MS 388666.1 mi63$22,325,247$322,450$354,369
38869Sherman, MS 3886910.6 mi2$930,000$465,000$465,000
38826Belden, MS 3882613.7 mi26$9,226,828$318,700$354,878
38625Dumas, MS 3862513.9 mi0$0$210,600$210,600
38855Mantachie, MS 3885514.7 mi8$1,861,264$205,225$232,658
38801Tupelo, MS 3880116.7 mi130$45,522,490$284,950$350,173
38859New Site, MS 3885918.8 mi1$389,000$389,000$389,000
38862Plantersville, MS 3886220.2 mi5$962,050$207,500$192,410
38663Ripley, MS 3866322.9 mi16$5,886,768$279,950$367,923
38865Rienzi, MS 3886523.3 mi7$1,817,844$254,900$259,692
38863Pontotoc, MS 3886325.2 mi45$13,907,160$251,875$309,048
38858Nettleton, MS 3885826.0 mi14$2,737,952$197,225$195,568

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GUNTOWN, MS 38849?

As of September 2026, there are 26 active listings in GUNTOWN, MS (zip code 38849), compared to 18 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GUNTOWN, MS 38849?

The median listing price in GUNTOWN, MS 38849 is $281,975 as of September 2026, a 12.7% decrease from $322,875 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in GUNTOWN, MS?

Homes in GUNTOWN, MS 38849 spend an average of 59 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 87 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GUNTOWN, MS 38849?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, GUNTOWN, MS 38849 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in GUNTOWN, MS?

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