Real Estate Investing in Maben, Mississippi (39750)

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Oktibbeha County • Population: 3,932 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 39750 (Maben, 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
1 flag
  • High vacancy: 22.8% of homes vacant — above national norms.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $195,408
Avg Monthly Rent $864
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $43,009
% Renters 25.3%

Market Analysis: 39750 Maben

ZIP 39750 in Maben, MS carries a healthy set of headwinds. Home values near $195K and rents of $864/mo sit inside a market where underwriting has to be tight.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $195K asset, 39750 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Within MS, ZIP 39750 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Oktibbeha County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and substantial enough to shape underwriting.

Who lives in 39750 is part of why the ZIP is priced as it is. The demographic profile requires hands-on management, tight screening, and local knowledge.

Distressed ZIPs reward experience. significant returns are possible in 39750, but they flow to investors who already understand how to operate in soft markets.

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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 Maben:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 61/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
18/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+8.9%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $864/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Starkville, MS Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
7.1%
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 Starkville, MS metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$203K$180K$157K$134K$111K$87KApr 2009Dec 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 39750 Compare?

Metric 39750 Maben Starkville, MS Mississippi
Home Value $195,408 $195,408 N/A $186,446
5-Year CAGR 4.4% 4.4% N/A 4.0%
Avg Rent $864 $864 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.5% 3.5% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.5%
Low
5yr Growth
+4.4%
Moderate

📉 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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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $195,408
Monthly Rent $864
Price-to-Rent 18.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 5.3%
Cap Rate 3.5%
5-Year IRR 7.8%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +8.9% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.2% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.5%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.5%). 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
22.8%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+4.4%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 39750

Population: 3,932

💰 Median Household Income
$43,009
This area
$43,009
State
$48,827
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
25.3%
This area
25.3%
State
27.7%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
6.3%
This area
6.3%
State
-17.6%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
16.5%
This area
16.5%
State
-11.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.0 years
This area
37.0 years
State
10.7 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
22.8%
This area
22.8%
State
18.7%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 67.7%
Black/African American 23.4%
Other/Mixed 8.9%
Hispanic/Latino 0.9%
👶 Under 18
28.1%
This area
28.1%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.5%
This area
15.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
7.9%
This area
7.9%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 39750

B Avg School Grade
1 Schools
15.8:1 Avg Class Size
$10,928 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

EAST WEBSTER HIGH SCHOOL

📚 06 – 12 High School
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458 Students
👨‍🏫
15.8:1 Class Size
💰
$10,928 Per Student
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  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

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Frequently Asked Questions

What investment strategy works best in Maben, MS?

In Maben, MS the notable play is typically careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The combination of $195K prices and $864/mo rents suits that approach.

What do landlords charge for rent in Maben, MS?

Expect rents around $864/mo per month in Maben, MS. With home values at $195K, the yield math works out to reasonable levels for rental investors.

What is the tenant pool like in Maben, MS?

The tenant pool in Maben, MS is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $864/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

Can I live-in-and-rent in Maben, MS?

The house hack math a challenging in Maben, MS. Owner-occupant buyers benefit from the $864/mo rents and $195K home values.

What is the investability score for Maben, MS?

Maben, MS stands at an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $195K and average rents around $864/mo. That combination puts it in the notable tier for investor interest.

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