Real Estate Investing in Sumrall, Mississippi (39482)

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Lamar County • Population: 11,966 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 39482 (Sumrall, MS)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (75/100)

Solid choice — stable market with a reasonable entry point and good rental backup if you ever need to move.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 8.0% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $263,328
Avg Monthly Rent $1,400
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $65,092
% Renters 12.7%

Market Analysis: 39482 Sumrall

The 39482 ZIP in Sumrall, MS is a local-operator market. Outside capital chasing a $263K entry has to pair deep knowledge with the discount.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 39482 sits at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

In the broader MS picture, 39482 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

Who lives in 39482 is part of why the ZIP is priced as it is. The demographic profile requires hands-on management, tight screening, and local knowledge.

Strategy in 39482 is an operator game, not a passive one. Put differently, entry prices of $263K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Sumrall:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 69/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+3.6%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,400/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Hattiesburg, MS Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
75 days
Average time to sell
Slow
8.5%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Hattiesburg, MS metro data
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Property Strategy for 39482

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
3.8% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+7.1% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$39,161/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $251,216 $1,320 3.8% +6.9% $83,739
5BR $195,805 +7.1% $39,161

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$274K$248K$221K$194K$167K$141KJan 2012May 2019Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

No data available

📊 How Does 39482 Compare?

Metric 39482 Sumrall Hattiesburg, MS Mississippi
Home Value $263,328 $263,328 N/A $186,446
5-Year CAGR 4.6% 4.6% N/A 4.0%
Avg Rent $1,400 $1,400 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.2% 4.2% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.2%
Fair
5yr Growth
+4.6%
Moderate

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Hattiesburg, MS metro

4/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
64%
Days Pending
2/2
75 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $263,328
Monthly Rent $1,400
Price-to-Rent 15.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.4%
Cap Rate 4.2%
5-Year IRR 8.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +3.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.6% ▲
10-Year CAGR +4.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.2%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
8.0%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.6%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 39482

Population: 11,966

💰 Median Household Income
$65,092
This area
$65,092
State
$48,827
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
12.7%
This area
12.7%
State
27.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.3%
This area
3.3%
State
-17.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
14.9%
This area
14.9%
State
-11.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
40.9 years
This area
40.9 years
State
10.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
8.0%
This area
8.0%
State
18.7%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 89.1%
Black/African American 9.4%
Other/Mixed 1.6%
Hispanic/Latino 0.8%
👶 Under 18
24.5%
This area
24.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
9.3%
This area
9.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.1%
This area
10.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 39482

B Avg School Grade
3 Schools
14.5:1 Avg Class Size
$10,656 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

SUMRALL MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
482 Students
👨‍🏫
14.3:1 Class Size
💰
$10,656 Per Student
B Good

SUMRALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
943 Students
👨‍🏫
13.9:1 Class Size
💰
$10,656 Per Student
B Good

SUMRALL HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
632 Students
👨‍🏫
15.3:1 Class Size
💰
$10,656 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

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  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the typical rental rate in Sumrall, MS?

Rents in Sumrall, MS run near $1,400/mo. Compared with median home prices of $263K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

Is Sumrall, MS better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Sumrall, MS. With home values at $263K and rents near $1,400/mo, other strategies can work but produce even-keeled rather than outsized returns.

How does Sumrall, MS stack up for property investment?

Sumrall, MS scores 3.0/5 for investability. Home values sit at $263K and rents near $1,400/mo, which keeps the rent-to-price ratio in reasonable territory for buy-and-hold investors.

What does house hacking look like in Sumrall, MS?

Sumrall, MS is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $263K price point reasonable to enter.

What are vacancy rates like in Sumrall, MS?

Rental vacancy in Sumrall, MS is elevated. Investors should budget normal turnover but not chronic empty units.

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