Downtown Hattiesburg
$178,695
Average Value
Locally-owned businesses and restaurants
The location offers an eclectic mix of businesses among the well-established buildings. Many storefronts are owned and operated by locals. The Lucky Rabbit is a unique downtown staple that doubles as a flea market and museum. The two-building space is filled with nostalgic items and vintage décor like old-school arcade games, payphone booths and Volkswagen Buses. The closest supermarket is Sullivan's Grocery Store, but there are several new and longstanding restaurants in the neighborhood. Coney Island Café has occupied the corner of Railroad and Main for 100 years while the Bushman's Street Café opened in 2023. "You can go to Southbound Bagel and Coffee Shop for breakfast, then Hattiesburger Blues for lunch or brunch on the weekend," says Kristynna Clark, a Hattiesburg resident and Realtor with Keller Williams Elite Realty & The CD Group. "And at night, you can listen to live music at Blu Jazz. That's my favorite restaurant."Getting around and out of the Hub City
Commuters often travel along Main Street or Pine Street, known as Highway 11. Public transportation is available throughout the community. Travelers may also wait for an Amtrak train on the renovated Hattiesburg Station platform. Interstate 59 is about 5 miles away. As the Hub City, Hattiesburg is a central point to access several cities, being within 120 miles of the state's capital, New Orleans and Mobile.Enjoying the park and Longleaf Trace
Town Square Park rests along Gordons Creek and acts as Hattiesburg's central gathering space. Tall trees provide shade as locals enjoy the playgrounds and picnics on the grass. The grounds are home to the Downtown Hattiesburg Farmers Market and several annual events. Longleaf Trace, a prominent pedestrian route, is often used by bikers and runners. The trail extends 44 miles, starting at Hattiesburg and stretching to the west along out-of-service railroad lines. Just beyond the water awaits Walthall Park, a popular spot for outdoor recreation and more events.Events in Town Square Park
Downtown Hattiesburg is known for being the spot for many events sponsored by the city and local businesses. "Town Square Park typically hosts Live at Five," Clark says. "It happens in the spring and summer. It's like a season kickoff with live music and food. It's a place for Hattiesburgers to relax." Town Square Park also hosts the Hattiesburg Craft Beer Festival. Clark says that Saenger Theatre brings many attractions to the area, such as live musicals, performances and murder mystery plays.A housing market with condos and mix-use spaces
Most of downtown's residences are inside brick buildings that were once used for industrial purposes. Today, these historic buildings contain lofts and condos. There is also a 55-plus, income-restricted community, Preservation Crossing, inside the old Hattiesburg High School. The market also has vacant lots and mixed-use spaces zoned for commercial and housing purposes. "Some lofts on top of restaurants and on the strip of downtown can be in the $200,000 to $500,000 range," Clark says. Pricing can go up to 1.5 million for a partially renovated building with several units and retail spaces.? The city has a history of flooding during severe weather conditions, especially along the creeks and tributaries. According to the city government, a quarter of Hattiesburg homes sit within a special flood hazard area. Several older properties were elevated after tornados and subsequential flooding in past years. A property's location within a floodplain can affect flood insurance premiums.Enrolling in Hattiesburg Public School District
Children in the city attend Hattiesburg Public School District, and many enroll in Hawkins Elementary SMART School. Sixth graders attend Hattiesburg STEAM Academy, next door to N.R. Burger Middle. Hattiesburg High offers CTE courses as well as a Middle College program that allows students to earn an associate degree. Each school has C-plus grades from Niche.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michael Anderson
Michael Anderson
Dunbar Real Estate Inc.
(601) 550-6523
40 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Hattiesburg
$44K - $345K Price Range
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Sue Gallaspy
Sue Gallaspy
Kw Elite Keller Williams Realty
(601) 602-7919
26 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Hattiesburg
$15,000 Price Range
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Jim Stroo
Jim Stroo
The Executive Team Inc. BOF
(769) 223-7856
175 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Hattiesburg
$175,000 Price
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Diane Nicholas-Tautan
Diane Nicholas-Tautan
The All-Star Team Inc
(769) 207-0084
138 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Hattiesburg
$218,000 Price
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Paula Brahan
Paula Brahan
Realty Executives The Executive Team
(769) 223-7850
104 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Hattiesburg
$232,000 Price
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Melody Stroka
Melody Stroka
Keller Williams
(601) 602-7908
64 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Hattiesburg
$220,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Town Square Park
Presbyterian Christian Secondary School
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Hattiesburg | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2
Median Year Built
1906
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,100 - $2,020 per month
- Hub City Lofts
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 541+ Sq Ft
- 112 E Front St
- Hattiesburg, MS
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
531
Median Age
36
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$28,571
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,635
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.6%
% Population in Labor Force
58.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
59''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
75
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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