Beautiful 5.6 acre property surrounds this 3 bedroom 1.15 bath home in Petal, just 2 minutes off Hwy 42 in the Petal School District. This quaint home has brand new roof, brand new septic system, updated HVAC and water heater. Hardwood floors and pine paneled walls in the livingroom give it cabin-like vibes. The exterior has been repainted and new landscaping added. A pre-inspection was done and repairs have been completed. All that is left to do is the decorating! With approval, property may be subdivided with room to build two additional houses, making this an attractive, income-producing investment!
House is solid, but old. Needs TLC. Large Family room with half bath attached, sliding glass door to kitchen. Swing set and picnic table outside. Carpet floors in 2 bedrooms, wood floors in 1 bedroom. 5 space heaters, 3 window units. Mostly wood paneling on the interior, some sheet rock. Gas stove and oven. wood pantry cabinet in kitchen. Beautiful land with a view. Mature Trees, blueberry bushes. lockbox is on side door.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,618 (+18.8%)
2024
$1,363 (+5.0%)
2023
$1,297 (−2.1%)
2022
$1,325 (−0.5%)
2021
$1,332 (+2.3%)
2020
$1,302
2019
$1,302 (−0.2%)
2018
$1,305 (−0.9%)
2017
$1,317 (+0.5%)
2016
$1,311 (+2.7%)
2014
$1,276
Tax history for 68 Lynn Ray Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,618 (+18.8%)
2024
$1,363 (+5.0%)
2023
$1,297 (−2.1%)
2022
$1,325 (−0.5%)
2021
$1,332 (+2.3%)
2020
$1,302
2019
$1,302 (−0.2%)
2018
$1,305 (−0.9%)
2017
$1,317 (+0.5%)
2016
$1,311 (+2.7%)
2014
$1,276
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,568
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Forrest County
APN
3-022H-25-056.00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Interior Features
Flooring: Wood, Vinyl
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Rear Porch
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1568.0
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Brick Veneer
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 5.6 Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,362.56
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Petal
Location Information
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,568
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.6 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: —
County: Forrest County
APN: 3-022H-25-056.00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Petal Upper Elementary School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 2.0mi
8/10
Petal Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Petal High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 106° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Petal, MS • 39465
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$211,000 – $255,000
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