South Jackson
Traditional and Ranch homes
Residents looking to live in South Jackson can choose to be close to downtown, which is filled with a blend of midcentury fixer-uppers and spacious ranchers, with prices ranging from $17,000 to $100,000. New builds in the area are rare; for the most part, traditional ranch houses are most common, many of which are considered investment properties and starter homes. “It’s a very good area for investment,” says Jimmy Stuart, a real estate agent with Realty One Group Prime MS. “A lot of homes need a complete remodel, and hopefully people will continue to buy them and bring them back to life.”Easy travel around the Jackson metro area
Commuters can travel around the Jackson metro area via Interstate 55 on the eastern end, Interstate 20 to the north and the Mississippi 18 to the west. The JTRAN runs around the parts closer to downtown, with several stops along Terry, Raymond and McDowell roads. Downtown Jackson is just a few miles away in many cases, and about 7 miles from the outskirts of South Jackson.Quick dining and retail shopping
Terry Road, on the eastern side of South Jackson, hosts an array of fast food options and quick-stop shops. Bumpers is a classic drive-in spot serving catfish dinners, burgers and tasty shakes. Residents can stock up on groceries for the week at Food Depot or Walmart off of Highway 18. Of course, downtown Jackson is just minutes away for more options.Get out for some fresh air at Buddy Butts Park
South Jackson has several green spaces, but the biggest is Buddy Butts Park on the outskirts of the area. This memorably named park features hiking and biking trails, a go-kart track and a golf driving range.Nearby Jackson Public Schools
Many of the schools in the Jackson Public School District are represented throughout Jackson, affording students in the area several options to choose from. Students might attend Oak Forest Elementary School, which received a D-plus Niche grade, followed by Cardozo Middle School, which received a C-minus. Forest Hill High School also has a C-minus grade and has occupied the same 47 acres since the 1800s. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and is known for its robust electives, advanced placement courses and dual enrollment programs.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brooke Witcher
Brooke Witcher
Responds QuicklyTurn Key Properties, LLC
(769) 246-8973
184 Total Sales
1 in South Jackson
$141,000 Price
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James Walker
James Walker
Jim Walker Realty Services
(769) 210-8493
60 Total Sales
2 in South Jackson
$4K - $155K Price Range
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Allison Bohon
Allison Bohon
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Graham
(662) 584-4851
66 Total Sales
3 in South Jackson
$5K - $139K Price Range
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Traci Amos
Traci Amos
Havard Real Estate Group, LLC
(769) 500-1246
129 Total Sales
1 in South Jackson
$314,900 Price
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Cathy Magee-Byrd
Cathy Magee-Byrd
Havard Real Estate Group, LLC
(601) 721-5833
100 Total Sales
5 in South Jackson
$9K - $160K Price Range
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Vicki Klein
Vicki Klein
McIntosh & Associates
(769) 200-4874
74 Total Sales
1 in South Jackson
$153,500 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 2nd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Leavell Woods Park
Battlefield Park
Le Fleur's Campground
Smith Park
Brighton Park
Buddy Butts Park
Forest Hill Park
Flowers Park
Sykes Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Jackson | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Jackson Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Jackson, Jackson sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in South Jackson, Jackson over the last 12 months is $410,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,990
Median Sale Price
$410,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$445,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$229,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
752
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$267
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
10,547
Number of Homes for Sale
60
Median Year Built
1962
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,480
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,917
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
18,730
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$785 - $1,080 per month
- Woodridge Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 800+ Sq Ft
- 1533 Raymond Rd
- Jackson, MS
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$750 - $850 per month
- The Retreat at Lakeside Apartments
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 625 Sq Ft
- 3665 Sykes Park Dr
- Jackson, MS
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
39,931
Median Age
35
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,840
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,030
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.4%
College Graduates
18.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
% Population in Labor Force
72.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
23
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
13
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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