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WATER VALLEY, MS 38965

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Yalobusha County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
29
vs 29 last year
Pending
5
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$277,500
⇧ 6.8% vs $259,925 last year
Average Price
$375,427
⇧ 1.6% vs $369,388 last year
Days on Market
80
⇧ 23.1% vs 65 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,807  ·  Density: 13.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $52,418

Typical home value: $122,286  ·  Homeownership: 73.0%

Market Analysis

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

The WATER VALLEY, MS real estate market (38965) currently shows 29 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 80 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 80 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.8% year-over-year, from $259,925 to $277,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 80 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $277,500 (+6.8% YoY)
  • Average: $375,427 (+1.6% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 29.3 miles — 497 listings ($351,124,116 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
38965Water Valley, MS 389650.0 mi29$10,887,383$277,500$375,427
38673Taylor, MS 3867311.3 mi3$1,137,000$379,000$379,000
38915Bruce, MS 3891513.8 mi14$3,235,750$185,500$231,125
38655Oxford, MS 3865514.9 mi408$323,938,128$489,900$793,966
38658Pope, MS 3865817.9 mi10$2,182,250$255,000$218,225
38914Big Creek, MS 3891420.1 mi2$162,000$81,000$81,000
38951Pittsboro, MS 3895120.6 mi2$384,500$192,250$192,250
38927Enid, MS 3892724.3 mi2$688,000$344,000$344,000
38916Calhoun City, MS 3891625.9 mi11$2,543,717$152,500$231,247
38839Derma, MS 3883926.2 mi1$155,000$155,000$155,000
38929Gore Springs, MS 3892927.6 mi7$2,817,997$360,000$402,571
38878Vardaman, MS 3887828.9 mi5$1,137,500$227,500$227,500
38619Como, MS 3861929.3 mi3$1,854,891$609,900$618,297

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WATER VALLEY, MS 38965?

As of January 2026, there are 29 active listings in WATER VALLEY, MS (zip code 38965), compared to 29 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WATER VALLEY, MS 38965?

The median listing price in WATER VALLEY, MS 38965 is $277,500 as of January 2026, a 6.8% increase from $259,925 the prior year.

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

Homes in WATER VALLEY, MS 38965 spend an average of 80 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WATER VALLEY, MS 38965?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WATER VALLEY, MS 38965 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 80 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WATER VALLEY, MS 38965 save an estimated $5,550 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $277,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.