Real Estate Investing in Florence, Mississippi

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 21,626 • Rankin County

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Should you buy in Florence, MS? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (66/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • Elevated vacancy: 11.6% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

5.7% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $251,928
Avg Monthly Rent $1,026
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Florence Real Estate

Florence, MS covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are modest — this is not a market to enter casually.

The investment case for Florence is difficult to make on screen data alone. a harder case for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

The $1,026/mo / $252K relationship in Florence looks soft once vacancy and capex are incorporated into underwriting. looks to the realized yield tends to disappoint.

Florence's population trends and income levels suggest a market where affordability is strained, which constrains how aggressively rents can rise without hurting collections.

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Best ZIP codes in Jackson, MS

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Avg Home Value
$251,928
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,026
1% Rule
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Landlord Friendly (MS)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Jackson, MS metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
62%
Days Pending
1/2
53 days

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⚖️ Balanced Market — Jackson, MS metro
53
Days to pending
7.7%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Florence, MS

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Frequently Asked Questions About Florence, MS

How high is vacancy risk in Florence, MS?

Florence, MS carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect reliable absorption at market rents of $1,026/mo.

What strategy should investors use in Florence, MS?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Florence, MS best. The market produces stable results for that approach at the $252K price point.

What is the typical renter like in Florence, MS?

Tenant quality in Florence, MS ranks as solid. Landlords generally report steady occupancy at market rents of $1,026/mo.

How do landlord-tenant laws work in Florence, MS?

MS law landlord-friendly for landlords, and Florence inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

What are home prices like in Florence, MS?

Median home price in Florence, MS is near $252K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been stable and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

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