Columbus, MS

Metro area in Mississippi · Updated Jan 2026

12-Month Forecast ↑ +0.3%

Median Home Value

$173,882

↑ +0.8%

Year-over-year

Median Rent

$1,363/mo

↑ +1.5%

Year-over-year

Rental Yield

9.4%

Excellent for investors

5-Year Appreciation

+23.1%

Active Listings

208

For-sale inventory

Price-to-Rent Ratio

10.6

Favors buying

Price Forecast

1 Month

↑ +0.8%

3 Months

↑ +1.4%

12 Months

↑ +0.3%

5-Year Price Trend

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