Why Live in Bethune-Eastside-Rowan
Bethune-Eastside-Rowan in Hattiesburg features simple, single-story homes from the 20th century, including brick ranch-style houses and worker's cottages, often requiring upgrades or renovations. The neighborhood has both developed and undeveloped plots, with homes typically having front steps, porches, concrete walkways, and covered carports. Vernon Dahmer Park, located just south of the community, is a local highlight with a seasonal pool, basketball and tennis courts, and an inclusive playground under construction. The park also hosts the annual Juneteenth Parade and Celebration. For pet owners, the See Spot Run Dog Park is a few blocks north on Pine Street. Essential shopping is available at Sullivan Grocery, a mile away, and a Walmart Supercenter and Cloverleaf Center shopping mall are about 2 miles away, offering various retail and dining options. Downtown Hattiesburg, 2 miles away, provides additional dining and entertainment, including the popular Hattiesburgers and Blues and The Porter Public House. Public transportation is accessible with bus stops along Country Club Road and Martin Luther King Avenue. The closest major medical facility, Forrest General Hospital, is 3 miles west, with a community clinic at Lillie Burney Learning Center nearby. The area is prone to severe weather conditions, which may affect insurance premiums.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bethune-Eastside-Rowan a good place to live?
Bethune-Eastside-Rowan is a good place to live. Bethune-Eastside-Rowan is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Bethune-Eastside-Rowan has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.9 people per acre and a median age of 30. The average household income is $44,846 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 13.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Bethune-Eastside-Rowan are renters, with 53.7% of residents renting and 46.3% of residents owning their home. A
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How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bethune-Eastside-Rowan?
The median home price in Bethune-Eastside-Rowan is $94,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $18,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $480 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $21K a year to afford the median home price in Bethune-Eastside-Rowan. The average household income in Bethune-Eastside-Rowan is $45K.
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Home Trends in Bethune-Eastside-Rowan, MS
On average, homes in Bethune-Eastside-Rowan, Hattiesburg sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Bethune-Eastside-Rowan, Hattiesburg over the last 12 months is $68,000.
Median Sale Price
$68,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$71,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$86
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$94,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
14%