Real Estate Investing in Starkville, Mississippi

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2 ZIP codes • Population: 44,153 • Oktibbeha County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (52/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
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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  • High vacancy: 16.3% of homes vacant — above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

4.8% 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 $245,941
Avg Monthly Rent $1,225
ZIP Codes 2

Investing in Starkville Real Estate

Starkville in Mississippi is one of the markets where the numbers warn before they reward — 2 ZIPs, a sizable population, and a rating that reflects material risk.

A 3.0 rating and a 5-year CAGR of 0.0% are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting, not spreadsheet tourism. Starkville is in that category.

Transaction volume in Starkville has thinned in a way that amplifies price discovery risk. Looking more closely, investors without local context should treat every number on the page with skepticism.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Starkville a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$245,941
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,225
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (MS)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Starkville, MS metro

2/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
70%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Starkville, MS metro
0
Days to pending
7.1%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Starkville, MS

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Frequently Asked Questions About Starkville, MS

How much should I expect to pay for a home in Starkville, MS?

Typical homes in Starkville, MS go for around $246K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% even-keeled price movement.

What kind of tenants rent in Starkville, MS?

Starkville, MS offers a predictable renter base at the $1,225/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

How much rent can I charge in Starkville, MS?

Rents in Starkville, MS run near $1,225/mo. Compared with median home prices of $246K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Is MS a landlord-friendly state?

The landlord environment in Starkville, MS is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

How tight is the rental market in Starkville, MS?

Starkville, MS carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect measured absorption at market rents of $1,225/mo.

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