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LAUREL, MS 39440

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Jones County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
52
⇩ 18.8% vs 64 last year
Pending
8
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$210,000
⇩ 15.4% vs $248,250 last year
Average Price
$241,584
⇩ 2.4% vs $247,439 last year
Days on Market
87
⇩ 3.3% vs 90 days last year

Market Context

Population: 20,459  ·  Density: 446.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $38,400

Typical home value: $112,049  ·  Homeownership: 60.3%

Market Analysis

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

The LAUREL, MS real estate market (39440) currently shows 52 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 87 days on market compared to 90 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 15.4% year-over-year, from $248,250 to $210,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 52 this year vs 64 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 90 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $210,000 (-15.4% YoY)
  • Average: $241,584 (-2.4% 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 31.4 miles — 364 listings ($144,483,035 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
39440Laurel, MS 394400.0 mi52$12,562,368$210,000$241,584
39437Ellisville, MS 394379.0 mi18$7,825,752$374,450$434,764
39480Soso, MS 394809.9 mi3$710,850$236,950$236,950
39439Heidelberg, MS 3943914.2 mi6$1,583,400$135,000$263,900
39459Moselle, MS 3945916.8 mi10$3,162,800$279,500$316,280
39422Bay Springs, MS 3942219.6 mi8$1,259,600$147,450$157,450
39366Vossburg, MS 3936622.2 mi2$499,900$249,950$249,950
39428Collins, MS 3942825.1 mi9$2,817,198$248,400$313,022
39116Mize, MS 3911627.2 mi4$553,332$160,000$138,333
39324Clara, MS 3932427.7 mi1$465,000$465,000$465,000
39367Waynesboro, MS 3936728.4 mi31$6,881,473$169,000$221,983
39402Hattiesburg, MS 3940229.4 mi218$105,786,462$350,000$485,259
39356Rose Hill, MS 3935631.4 mi2$374,900$187,450$187,450

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAUREL, MS 39440?

As of January 2026, there are 52 active listings in LAUREL, MS (zip code 39440), compared to 64 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAUREL, MS 39440?

The median listing price in LAUREL, MS 39440 is $210,000 as of January 2026, a 15.4% decrease from $248,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAUREL, MS 39440 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 90 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAUREL, MS 39440?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LAUREL, MS 39440 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 87 days on market compared to 90 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAUREL, MS 39440 save an estimated $4,200 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $210,000. 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.