Why Live in Fondren
Fondren, located just north of downtown Jackson, is a neighborhood known for its diverse community, inspiring architecture, and ample shopping and dining options. The area features a mix of ranch-style homes, cottages, and historic houses from the 1930s and 1940s, often with mature trees and azaleas. North State Street is the neighborhood's bustling hub, offering some of the best restaurants in the state, along with bowling alleys, movie theaters, and live music venues. Dining options include Brent’s Drugs for diner-style meals, Pig & Pint for southern barbecue, and Saltine for seafood in a trendy setting. For shopping, residents can explore boutique stores, antique shops, and The End of All Music, a vintage record store. Fondren Park provides a community garden, youth sports fields, and a performance pavilion, while the nearby 305-acre LeFleur’s Bluff State Park offers hiking trails, camping, and a nine-hole golf course. Indoor activities include Fondren Fitness and Highball Lanes bowling alley. The Mississippi Children’s Museum offers rotating exhibits and events. Residents have convenient transportation options with JTRAN bus routes and access to Interstates 55 and 20, as well as Route 51.
Home Trends in Fondren, MS
On average, homes in Fondren, Jackson sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Fondren, Jackson over the last 12 months is $230,000, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$230,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$222,450
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$327,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$116
Number of Homes for Sale
45
Last 12 months Home Sales
73
Median List Price
$249,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%