Columbus, MS metro area Housing Market
Cold MarketComprehensive housing market data for the Columbus, MS metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.
Data period: January 2026
Median Sale Price
$525K
↑ 215.9% YoY
Days on Market
159 days
↓ 61.3% YoY
Active Inventory
5
↑ 25.0% YoY
Homes Sold
1
↓ 50.0% YoY
Cold Market
Inventory is high and homes are sitting longer — a buyer's market.
Columbus, MS metro area Market Summary
The Columbus, MS metro area housing market is cooling down. As of January 2026, the median home sale price is $525K, up 215.9% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 159 days on the market, 61.3% shorter than a year ago.
There are 5 homes for sale — 25.0% more than last year. With 5.0 months of supply, this is a balanced market. 4 new listings were added during this period, up 33.3% year-over-year.
0.0% of homes sell above their asking price. 20.0% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
73
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
vs. Mississippi Median
Investor Takeaway
The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage.
Columbus, MS metro area Market Trends
Median Sale Price
Median Days on Market
Active Inventory
Homes Sold
Price per Square Foot
Sale-to-List Ratio
New Listings
Listings with Price Drops
Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$540K
Price per Sq Ft
$145
Sale-to-List Ratio
N/A
Months of Supply
5.0
Sold Above List
0.0%
Price Drops
20.0%
New Listings
4
↑ 33.3% YoY
Pending Sales
2
Off Market in 2 Weeks
0.0%
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