The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 39574 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 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $891 a month.
ZIP 39574 — Saucier
The housing market in the 39574 ZIP code reflects the broader stability of the Gulfport-Biloxi metropolitan area. Market conditions are balanced, with moderate inventory levels and steady year-over-year price appreciation. Buyers are finding a stable price point, though regional hazard insurance remains a key factor for property owners.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and those seeking larger residential lots or acreage, offering a quieter suburban lifestyle compared to the immediate coastal urban centers.
Median prices moved up 3.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 49 days on market with 3.7 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
21% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.4% · poverty 15.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 39574, Harrison County MS
The area is subject to hurricane and wind risks common to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, necessitating robust property insurance coverage.
The area benefits from proximity to the broader Gulfport-Biloxi economic corridor, with ongoing demand for residential acreage and suburban housing.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level in Harrison County; specific millage rates vary by school district and municipal jurisdiction.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commutes to employment hubs in Gulfport and Biloxi via regional highway corridors.
The area offers access to rural outdoor activities, local parks, and proximity to the Mississippi Gulf Coast's beaches and shopping districts.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand, with rents reflecting the broader Gulfport-Biloxi metro trends.
The economy is anchored by the Gulfport-Biloxi metropolitan area, with significant employment in tourism, gaming, and regional logistics.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, with regional access provided by major coastal corridors.
Development activity is focused on residential expansion and infrastructure maintenance within the Harrison County jurisdiction.
The Harrison County Tax Assessor manages property valuations for the jurisdiction.
Parcels are subject to county-level assessments and specific school district millage rates.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard exposure, particularly wind and flood risks associated with the Gulf Coast.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
Provides regional access to beaches and coastal recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.