Prentiss Housing Market Update: Inventory Up, Homes Taking Longer to Sell
Prentiss, MS – March 14, 2026 – Inventory has ticked up in 39474, with homes averaging 76 days on market and prices holding near $117K.
The housing market in Prentiss is showing signs of a slower, more balanced pace heading into mid-March.
Top takeaways
- 23 active listings in ZIP 39474, with 7 pending sales.
- Homes average 76 days on market, longer than last year.
- Median listing price is about $117K, flat year over year.
- A local burn ban may affect land clearing and outdoor projects.
Market snapshot
As of February 2026, the 39474 market shows 23 homes for sale and 7 under contract, according to Realtor.com data. Properties are averaging 76 days before going under contract, compared with about 60 days a year ago. Inventory has increased by seven homes from last year, giving buyers more options and negotiating room. The median listing price is holding at roughly $116,999, essentially unchanged from a year earlier.
At the county level, Zillow reports 67 homes for sale in Prentiss County at the end of January, with 12 new listings that month and a median list price above $198K. That wider spread reflects a mix of rural land, higher-acreage properties, and in-town homes.
Land and rural property activity
Larger tracts continue to be marketed across Prentiss County, including timber and hunting land positioned for recreation or potential long-term development. These listings underscore ongoing interest in rural acreage, whether for investment, homesteads, or cabin sites.
Development notes
The Town of Prentiss continues to oversee building and code enforcement through its Community Development Department. A burn ban announced February 24, 2026 remains in effect, temporarily restricting outdoor burning. Property owners planning lot clearing or debris burning should confirm current rules before starting work.
Are you seeing more showings, price reductions, or new construction activity in your neighborhood?
Sources
https://sell123.com/real-estate-market-update-39474
https://www.zillow.com/home-values/2487/prentiss-county-ms/
https://townofprentiss.gov/