The Oaks
Buying into The Oaks' 20th-century homes
Homes were built from the early 1900s to the 1950s. The majority of them have brick exteriors similar to most downtown buildings. Historic residences with Mediterranean influences or Mission-style bungalows share the same zip code as minimal traditional houses under 1,500 square feet. "Pricing varies. You will see as low as $150,000 to upwards of $1 million for larger homes with renovations," Clark says. "It's a vast range because there's so many types of homes." Buyers can expect to pay between $150,000 to $250,000 for a bungalow. A historic home with renovations can enter the market between $325,000 and $500,000. Although rare, some renovated homes spanning over 6,000 square feet can enter the market for as high as $1.5 million. Hattiesburg has a history of flooding, and homes in the neighborhood are at a moderate risk.Shopping along Pine and Hardy Streets while dining nearby
Most businesses line Hardy Street to the north and Pine Street to the south. The community has a handful of stores for kitchen supplies and home goods, including Plaza Fiesta and Family Dollar. A Walmart Supercenter and Cloverleaf Center shopping mall are about 3 miles away. Triangle Seafood & Po Boy sells a variety of fresh meat, including frog legs, alligator and calamari, among the more traditional seafood offerings. Although there are no dining options within the community, several are nearby. "The brewery Keg and Barrel is a big attraction. There's also one by the mall, but the one near downtown has been around forever," Clark says. Those looking for small-batch coffee can pick up a latte at Grin Coffee Roastery or purchase a bag to take home. Murky Waters BBQ is known for its southern flair and live blues performances.Heading downtown for events
Many travel just a few miles downtown to attend the city's most popular events, including the music series, Live at Five and HubFest, a street festival celebrating the arts and music.Students attend nearby schools
Children attend Woodley Elementary, which has a B grade from Niche and is considered among the top elementary schools in the county. Sixth graders attend Hattiesburg STEAM Academy, which neighbors N.R. Burger Middle. Hattiesburg High offers CTE courses and a Middle College program that allows students to attain associate degrees. The middle and high schools have C-plus grades from Niche.A dog park and Hattiesburg Zoo at Kamper Park
The dog park on Pine Street is the only neighborhood green space. Nearby is Kamper Park, a 40-acre outdoor entertainment destination that's home to the Hattiesburg Zoo and over 70 animal species. The ground also includes a carousel, a rope course and a splash pad. In downtown awaits Town Square Park, a central hub for concerts and a farmers' market on Thursdays.Taking I-59 and Highway 11
Locals often take Hardy Street, Pine Street and Highway 11 to get in and out of The Oaks. Public bus stops dot the outer edges of the neighborhood and Interstate 59 is less than 5 miles away. Several houses of worship are in and around the community, including Trinity Episcopal Church and Greater Antioch M.B. Church. The closest major medical facility, Forrest General Hospital, sits less than 3 miles to the west.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Adam Watkins
Adam Watkins
The All-Star Team Inc
(769) 207-0071
205 Total Sales
1 in The Oaks
$122,400 Price
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David Sartin
David Sartin
Responds QuicklyAscension Realty LLC
(769) 207-4154
106 Total Sales
2 in The Oaks
$60K - $233K Price Range
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Bruna Bezerra
BB
Bruna Bezerra
Responds QuicklyB & Co. Realty
(769) 207-9031
155 Total Sales
2 in The Oaks
$115K - $155K Price Range
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NATALIE WIGGINS
NW
NATALIE WIGGINS
Responds QuicklyWesley Breland, Realtor
(601) 550-6918
86 Total Sales
2 in The Oaks
$60K - $140K Price Range
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Wendy Gay
Wendy Gay
Cadence Realty Group
(769) 207-0458
78 Total Sales
4 in The Oaks
$167K - $350K Price Range
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Kristi Shorts
Kristi Shorts
Real Broker
(769) 207-0712
211 Total Sales
4 in The Oaks
$105K - $385K Price Range
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
See Spot Run Dog Park
The Oaks Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Oaks, Hattiesburg sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in The Oaks, Hattiesburg over the last 12 months is $249,900, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$249,900
Median Sale Price
$249,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$249,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$257
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
157
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1926
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,645
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,212
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,134
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
757
Median Age
38
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$30,179
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,095
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.1%
College Graduates
43.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
59''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53
/ 100
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Source: Walk Score
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