The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 39533 sells for about $260,000, or $167 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 69 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,405 a month.
ZIP 39533 — Biloxi
The Gulfport housing market is currently balanced, with a median sale price of $260,000 reflecting a 3.5% year-over-year increase. While inventory levels are sufficient to provide buyers with negotiation leverage, the market maintains steady activity with a median of 69 days on market.
This area is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking a balanced market with significant bargaining power, as well as investors looking for steady rental demand.
Median prices moved up 3.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 69 days on market with 1.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
21% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.8% · poverty 16.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 39533, Harrison County MS
The area faces significant wind and flood exposure typical of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, necessitating careful consideration of insurance costs and coverage.
Economic momentum is driven by the Gulfport-Biloxi metro area's mix of gaming, tourism, and military installations, with ongoing infrastructure support for coastal development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level in Harrison County; rates are determined by local millage levies which include school, city, and county special district components.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major access provided by U.S. Highway 49 and Interstate 10 connecting to regional employment hubs.
The area features extensive access to Gulf Coast beaches, local parks, and various shopping and dining districts centered around the downtown and waterfront areas.
The rental market remains stable with moderate vacancy pressure, supported by a mix of long-term residents and seasonal demand near the coast.
The economy is anchored by the gaming and hospitality industry, the Port of Gulfport, and the nearby Naval Construction Battalion Center.
Transportation is dominated by highway corridors including I-10 and US-49, with limited public transit options available.
Parcels are subject to Harrison County tax levies and various municipal and school district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to hurricane and windstorm risk, requiring specialized coverage for most residential properties.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public beach access along the Mississippi Sound.
Major waterfront park featuring walking paths and event space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.