Historic c.1880 Seven-Bedroom Mississippi Fixer-Upper on 3.7 Acres

Own a piece of Bolivar County history – the Emma Knowlton Lytle home, featuring all original woodwork, leaded windows, custom-painted murals, and Southern Colonial architecture.

Porch featured at 1905 W Highway 32, Gunnison, MS, 38746

7 bed
3 bath

Other Interiors featured at 1905 W Highway 32, Gunnison, MS, 38746

About This Historic c.1880 Mississippi Fixer-Upper on 3.7 Acres

This 145-year-old Colonial-style home, built in 1880, offers 7 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms across 4,100 square feet of living space. It features a brick exterior with masonry and frame construction, and includes original hardwood floors, ceramic tile, and vinyl flooring. The property sits on a 3.7-acre lot with a paved driveway, a detached 2-car garage, and an in-ground pool. Inside, there are multiple fireplaces, some of which were originally coal-burning. The home currently lacks functioning heat or air conditioning and has not been updated in terms of electrical, plumbing, or septic systems, with only minor repairs made to the roof trusses, soffit, and fascia in the past. The home uses propane for heating and water heating, and it has a crawl space basement. Located in a community with water access, the property has a level topography and is situated less than a mile east of the intersection of Hwy 1 and Hwy 32 in Bolivar County.

If interested in a property, please contact the realtor whose link is provided in the post below, or contact an agent of your own choosing. Independent verification of details and status is recommended.

1905 W Highway 32, Gunnison, MS 38746 $100,000

Gunnison, Mississippi

Gunnison, Mississippi, is a small town located in the Mississippi Delta region, in the western part of the state. It is situated in both Bolivar County and is part of the larger Cleveland metropolitan area. The town has a rich agricultural heritage, particularly focused on cotton and other crops typical of the Delta’s fertile soil. The region’s culture is deeply influenced by Southern traditions, with an emphasis on hospitality and community values.

Though small in population, Gunnison is near larger towns like Cleveland, which offers more urban amenities, shopping, and educational opportunities. The town’s surroundings are rural, with farmland and natural landscapes typical of the Delta.

Gunnison has historical ties to African American culture, as the Mississippi Delta was historically a significant area for African American communities in the state. Like much of the Delta, Gunnison is influenced by a blend of agricultural history, cultural diversity, and the challenges and resilience of small-town life.

While there may not be many large businesses or modern amenities in Gunnison, its proximity to larger towns and regional hubs provides residents and visitors with access to broader services while maintaining the quiet, close-knit atmosphere of a small Delta town.