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A growing community in West Hattiesburg
About 5 miles from West Hattiesburg is Oak Grove, a suburban haven with top-rated schools, popular Friday night football games and community engagement. "This is a protected community and people look out for each other," says Dominique Magee, an Oak Grove resident and South Mississippi Realtor with Epique Realty. "They just see a person in need, and they help. It's old-fashioned in that way. I enjoyed my pregnancy here because everyone was so nice to me." She mentions that Oak Grove benefits from homeowner associations and the Lamar County Police Department, which is actively involved in the community and frequently patrol the area. Residents are accustomed to yard sales and gathering at local churches on holidays. "Oak Grove is a more higher-end area in West Hattiesburg," Magee says. "Lamar County is an A district, so the schools are awesome. People also move here to retire." Oak Grove is an unincorporated community in Lamar County, and most homes have Hattiesburg mailing addresses.
Oak Grove features Highway 11 running through it, enhancing connectivity and access.
The town of Oak Grove proudly supports the Warriors, its local sports team.
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Living away from the bustle of the city
Locals greet each other along Oak Grove's residential streets while enjoying time outside. "People walk, jog and ride their ATV and golf carts in the community," Magee says. "The landscaping is great, and outdoor life is always going to be a big deal." The area has a mix of ranch-style from the second half of the 20th century and more recent homes featuring new traditional styles. Common exteriors include brick veneers or board and batten siding. The Legacy development has a nostalgic feel with white picket fences and a central town hall building. More recent homes feature new traditional styles. Typically, 20th-century ranch-styles list between $200,000 and $340,000, while custom builds from the 1990s to 2010s can cost between $245,000 and $340,000. Homes built over the last five years generally enter the market from $300,000 to $375,000. As a part of a tornado-prone region, Oak Grove has a moderate risk of flooding and wind damage, which can impact insurance rates.
Some subdivisions in Oak Grove feature close-knit communities with strong local bonds.
Oak Grove features newly constructed Victorian homes with classic architectural charm.
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Students attend A schools in Lamar County
Oak Grove Primary School, also known as Oak Grove Elementary School, has an A-minus on Niche. Oak Grove Middle also has an A-minus. Oak Grove High Students and alums gather for high school football games on Friday nights. The school, earning an A, offers Advanced Placement and Dual Credit courses. "They are offering associate degrees, so your students can skip junior college completely," Magee says. Teens interested in CTE courses may choose between Law and Public Safety, Culinary Arts, Nursing or JROTC. "They say it's private school education but public," Magee says. "So, your kids can go to any school in Lamar County; they are all phenomenal schools."
Oak Grove Elementary School enrolls students in grades PK through 5.
Oak Grove Middle is rated A- on Niche.
Oak Grove High School enrolls 1,777 students yearly.
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Residents of Oak Grove can conveniently access big box stores and downtown via Highway 98.
Getting in and Around Oak Grove by way Old Highway 11 and I-95
Merit Health Wesley is the closest major medical facility in the area. The local places of worship provide spaces for gatherings and community events, including Oak Grove Church and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. "Temple Baptist Church has events and a gym. For the 4th of July, they had a big fireworks show and a community picnic," Magee says. Old Highway 11 bisects the community, leading to Purvis and Lumberton to the south and US Highway 98 to the north. Commuters must drive about 6 miles to reach the nearest Interstate 59 interchange.
Sweet treats and shopping to the north
Inside the community is Oak Grove Pharmacy and a few local restaurants, including the bakery Crooked Letter Cookies. Conni Cones Snowballs, a staple for frozen treats, has a drive-through. Locals can take Oak Grove Road or Old Highway 11 to reach the shops and restaurants in West Hattiesburg. Sam's Club and Walmart are about 5 miles away. Across the highway is the indoor Turtle Creek Mall and Turtle Creek Crossing shopping center with Target and chain restaurants. Magee recommends Half Shell, a local oyster bar with southern menu options.
Crooked Letter Cookies is known for its unique ice cream scoop-shaped cookies.
Turtle Creek Mall offers residents a shopping center, a food court, and a movie theater.
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Gathering spaces in Oak Grove
Oak Grove Library has a community center and clubs for locals interested in crafts, anime and board games. Further north is Optimist Park, which has a playground, a walking trail and several ball fields for youth sports. Oak Grove's first athletic complex is currently under construction; the complex will include public tennis and pickleball courts.
The Oak Grove Community Center serves as a gathering place for residents to connect and engage.
Optimist Park's multiple baseball fields cater to sports enthusiasts.
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A neighborhood with yard sales and locally sourced produce
Magee says that local groceries are often stocked with produce and products from regional farmers. She also says locals can head to the biweekly Thomley's Farmer Market for fresh fruits and vegetables during the spring and summer. "People also have yard sales every first Saturday of the month. It's a known thing," Magee says. "Every first Saturday of the month, you get on Facebook Marketplace to find them."
Legacy Oaks is a beautiful subdivision conveniently located in Oak Grove.
Oak Grove offers new home purchases with various new construction options available.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Oak Grove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oak Grove, Hattiesburg sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Oak Grove, Hattiesburg over the last 12 months is $264,900, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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