Amazingly beautiful 4 bedroom home with a shop on a peaceful 5 acre wooded lot! There's tons of space in this home and it features a large living with fireplace, open to the eat in kitchen with bar, complete with solid surface counters, tons of cabinets, pantry and extra storage, the master suite with plantation shutters has 2 closets, dual vanities, and a large shower, the 2 spacious guest bedrooms share a bathroom, a huge bonus room or 4th bedroom is upstairs, a nice walk in laundry room has a sink and half bath access, there's a large sunroom, plus another bonus/office or extra utility room in the back of the home, you'll fall in love with the the back patio and front porch. Beautiful mature trees plus fruit trees and bushes. The gated driveway, a very nice large wired shop plus other covered storage areas are just a few of the wonderful extras this home has to offer. Call your Realtor for an appointment today!
Your dream home awaits you! This remarkable 4 bedroom 2.5 bath home is complete with 5 beautiful acres offering the most amazing views imaginable and is conveniently located on the outskirts of Carthage, MS. Upon entering the property you are greeted with a beautiful wrought iron gate. Immediately after entering the property you will see the beautiful home perfectly positioned at the end of a long winding driveway. The beautiful exterior of the home is complete with an amazing front porch that stretches from one side of the home to the other. The rear of the home is complete with a large private patio area laid in beautiful flagstone and cobblestone and is complete with classic wrought iron fencing. The large sunroom as well as a separate bonus room is conveniently located just off the patio. Once entering the home you will immediately see the extensive craftsmanship and details that makes this such a special place. The large kitchen is perfect for the chef as it offers tons of cabinet and counter space or for the large family as the bar alone can comfortably seat six people with room to spare. The large living area is complete with lots of built-ins and offers a vaulted ceiling with recessed lighting. In addition to the perfect arched openings, another great feature of the large living area is the beautiful fireplace that offers gas logs and the detail of the wood mantel is indescribable. The split floor plan is sure to please you as well with the large master bedroom being located on one end of the home and two more large bedrooms and a full bath being located on the opposite side. The master bedroom is complete with a classic tray ceiling and offers a large picture window to enjoy great views of the outdoors but is complete with plantation shutters if more privacy is desired. The ample sized master bathroom is complete with granite counter tops as well as a walk in closet. The large laundry room is located adjacent to the kitchen and offers a convenient half bath. Also conveniently located adjacent to the kitchen is a private bonus room with multiple possible uses. Two more large bedrooms are located on the first floor and a very spacious full bath is located between them. A beautiful stairway leads to a large room that will easily serve as a 4th bedroom if desired but would be ideal for many other uses. To say the very least this is an amazing home and the custom details found throughout the home are sure to please you. Also included is a well constructed shop that includes a large roll up door with high ceilings. As an added bonus, this property is also complete with an older guest home. Properties such as this one do not come available very often so schedule an appointment to view if before it's to late.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$50 (−1.7%)
$385
2024
$51 (+1.3%)
$385
2023
$51 (−96.8%)
2022
$1,562 (+3.8%)
$401
2021
$1,505 (−0.2%)
$1,412 + $19,836
$21,248
2020
$1,508 (+4.1%)
$1,412 + $18,987
$20,399
2019
$1,448 (+3.5%)
$1,432 + $18,987
$20,419
2018
$1,399 (−5.6%)
$1,452 + $18,987
$20,439
2017
$1,482 (+1.6%)
$1,514 + $19,719
$21,233
2014
$1,459 (+1.2%)
$1,471 + $19,719
$21,190
2013
$1,442
Tax history for 959 John Ivy Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$50 (−1.7%)
$385
2024
$51 (+1.3%)
$385
2023
$51 (−96.8%)
2022
$1,562 (+3.8%)
$401
2021
$1,505 (−0.2%)
$1,412 + $19,836
$21,248
2020
$1,508 (+4.1%)
$1,412 + $18,987
$20,399
2019
$1,448 (+3.5%)
$1,432 + $18,987
$20,419
2018
$1,399 (−5.6%)
$1,452 + $18,987
$20,439
2017
$1,482 (+1.6%)
$1,514 + $19,719
$21,233
2014
$1,459 (+1.2%)
$1,471 + $19,719
$21,190
2013
$1,442
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
16 Acres
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Leake County
APN
090290021
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Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Gravel, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.5
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Interior Features
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Microwave