Homes for Rent in Oxford-Pelican, Mansfield

Oxford-Pelican is a rural expanse in DeSoto Parish. Encompassing the villages of Oxford and Pelican as well as the vast space around them, the region is a place where homeowners can find a secluded residence. “It’s a small community, but it’s unified,” says Ann Evans, who has worked as a clerk at the DeSoto Parish Library Pelican Branch for nearly 40 years. “There's camaraderie with the people here. It’s home.” Neighboring cities have commercial centers that residents can visit for shopping and dining, as well as a school system. Area houses are not put up for sale often, but some can be found scattered throughout the region. Ranch-style homes can range from $130,000 to $150,000. Cottages and cabins often go from $230,000 to $530,000. Main highways are well paved, but side streets can be narrow and made from dirt or gravel. The car-dependent community does not have sidewalks, and streetlights are rare. There is plenty of room in the wooded region for new developments. Large parcels of land can usually be found for around $4,000 to $5,000 per acre. The community has a CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, well below the national average of 4. Students are served by DeSoto Parish