University Heights Homes for Rent

University Heights in Hattiesburg is a neighborhood known for its 20th-century brick homes, featuring midcentury modern, Colonial Revival, and predominantly single-story ranch-style residences. Some homes have been flipped into rentals for college students. The area is prone to severe weather, impacting insurance rates, and recent development in Midtown has led to increased property taxes. Kamper Park, located about 2 miles east, is a local entertainment hub with the Hattiesburg Zoo and the Serengeti Springs waterpark, as well as tennis and pickleball courts. The District at Midtown, a mixed-use development, has grown since 2018, attracting college students and locals with its restaurants and businesses, including popular spots like Tabella Italian Restaurant and Ed's Burger Joint. The Southern Miss Golden Eagles play football at MM Roberts Stadium, within walking distance for residents, and the Mannoni Performing Arts Center and Bennett Auditorium host concerts and live performances nearby. The neighborhood is close to downtown, about 5 miles away, and the Hattiesburg Amtrak Station. Public transportation is accessible along Hardy Street and near Forrest General Hospital. Schools in the area offer various CTE programs. The University of Southern Mississippi, an R1 research institution, is nearby, providing academic and merit-based scholarships.