$265,000
SOLD JUL 16, 2025
Last list price

628 W 8th St Laurel, MS 39440

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,858 Sq Ft
5,489 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$143 Per Sq Ft

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • The property is located in a historic district
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Front Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Wood Frame Window
  • 4-minute walk to Daphne Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to this charming historic cottage located in the heart of Laurel, MS. Walking distance to downtown. This home exudes character with its original hardwood floors and unique features throughout. The spacious enclosed porch is perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing in the evening. With a newer roof and HVAC system, you can move in with peace of mind knowing that updates have been made. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of history in this vibrant community. Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lee Boyette

Woodland Realty, Inc License #16901 Listed on: 04/28/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Joanna Martin

Jerry Ford Real Estate LLC License #S-48429

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $895

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 71x77
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Raised Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Asbestos Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,858 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Insulated Windows
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Storm Windows

Parking

  • 1 Detached Carport Space
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Front Porch
  • The property is located in a historic district

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homestead Exemption
  • Assessor Parcel Number 134P-31-22-018.00

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$895

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • 16th Section Land: N
  • First Right of Refusal: Select One
  • Estimated Age: Historical (75+ Yrs)
  • Cable TV Providers: Comcast Cable
  • Directions: Located just between 6th and 7th Avenue in historic downtown Laurel.
  • Electrical Service Provider: Mississippi Power Co
  • Garbage And Trash Svc Other: City
  • Gas Svc Prvd: Center Point Energy
  • Historical District: Yes
  • Homestead Exempt: Regular Homestead
  • Leased Item: None
  • Lender Short Sale: No
  • Listing Member Name: G Lee Boyette, SRS
  • Listing Office Short Id: woodlandrlty
  • Open House Office I D: 20060830193111622661000000
  • Post Closing Remarks: Previous appraisal by Jeff Reynolds showed 1858 square feet
  • Preconstruction: No
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • List Price Range: 11
  • Realtor Ads: Yes
  • Selling Member Short Id: joannamartin
  • Selling Office Short Id: jfre
  • Sewage Companies Other: City
  • Sale Price per Sq Ft: 1549.00
  • Special Ownership: None
  • Building Stories: One Story
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Annual Property Tax: 894.88
  • Utility Info Gas Supplier: CenterPoint
  • Utility Info Sewer: City
  • Utility Info Water Supplier: City
  • Water Service Provided Other: City
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Reso Fencing: Fenced
  • Reso Window Features: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Wood Frames
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Source For Sq Ft: Appraiser
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Foreclosure: No
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Security System
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Range, Refrigerator
  • Legal Description: KIRKWOOD ADD BLK B - METES AND BOUNDS DESCRIPTION
  • Specialty Rooms: Seprt Formal Dining
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Construction: Asbestos Siding
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalks
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Roof: Architectural
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Carport: Single Detached
  • Garage Spaces: None
  • Parking Features: Carport, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating/Cooling: Central Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water System: City Water

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Amenities: Cable Available
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: Laurel
  • School District: Laurel

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 71x77
  • Zoning: res
  • Parcel Number: 134P-31-22-018.00

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 2013
Sold by
Not Provided
Bought by
Old Bay Llc
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $250,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Sold -- -- --
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Pending -- -- --
04/28/2025 04/28/25 For Sale $265,000 +20.5% $143 / Sq Ft
01/19/2022 01/19/22 Sold -- -- --
12/17/2021 12/17/21 Pending -- -- --
11/26/2021 11/26/21 For Sale $220,000 -- $117 / Sq Ft
Source: Hattiesburg Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $895 $6,674 $0 $0
2023 $895 $10,011 $0 $0
2022 $1,730 $10,011 $0 $0
2021 $1,740 $10,011 $0 $0
2020 $1,694 $9,665 $0 $0
2019 $1,701 $9,665 $0 $0
2018 $1,663 $9,665 $0 $0
2017 $1,663 $9,665 $0 $0
2016 $1,541 $9,330 $0 $0
2015 -- $9,330 $0 $0
2014 -- $6,279 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Hattiesburg Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 142293

Hattiesburg Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 134P-31-22-018.00