$329,000

247 Forrest Ave Biloxi, MS 39530

Estimated payment $1,843/month

Total Views 4,407
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,200 Sq Ft
$274 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Boating
  • Golf Course Community
  • Property is near a beach
  • Biloxi Junior High School Rated A
  • Fishing
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

Welcome to your dream coastal cottage in Biloxi, MS. This charming 2-bedroom, 2 bathroom home is just 6 blocks from the beaches, right outside one of the largest US Air Force training bases, (Keesler).

Home has been COMPLETELY renovated with exquisite attention to detail. Home still has the old style charm with original exterior doors. Enjoy the custom hand-stained hardwood flooring, unique wood designs on the walls and high-end appliances. The custom wood cabinets and butcher block countertops in the kitchen add a touch of elegance.

This home also features significant upgrades, including a new roof, gas tankless water heater, new outside wood lap siding, new high-efficiency windows to enhance heating and cooling. Home has all new electrical wiring and plumbing throughout as well as a brand new A/C unit; making insurance more affordable for the new owners. Additionally, the attic portion of the home has been finished with sheetrock and includes heating and cooling. Spray foam insulation throughout attic space. While it's not officially a third bedroom due to access via attic stairs, it's perfect for use as an office, bonus room or man cave.

Located just 2 miles from Biloxi's vibrant downtown and entertainment district, including several casinos, this property offer endless possibilities as a primary residence, vacation home or rental. Don't miss out on this coastal gem-schedule a viewing today! Professional photos coming soon.

Listing Agent

Trish Hamann

Expect Realty License #S54514 Listed on: 07/14/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $615

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Cleared Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Lap Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,200 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Woodwork
  • Crown Molding
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Double Pane Windows
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Built-In or Custom Kitchen Cabinets
  • Farmhouse Sink
  • Disposal
  • Pot Filler

Flooring

  • Reclaimed Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Soaking Tub
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Attic

  • Walkup Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Finished Attic

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Lighted Parking
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Property is near a beach
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Front Porch

Location

  • City Lot

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1310h-04-024.000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Metes And Bounds Subdivision

Amenities

  • Restaurant

Recreation

  • Boating
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Sport Court
  • Community Playground
  • Fishing
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$615

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: House
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Subdivision Name: Metes And Bounds
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • New Construction: No
  • General Property Information:New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Vented Exhaust Fan
  • AtticFeaturesAttic: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Reclaimed Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Natural Woodwork, Recessed Lighting, Soaking Tub, Tray Ceiling(s), Double Vanity
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Vinyl Clad
  • Fireplace: No
  • Community Features:Boating: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Interior Features:Ceiling Fan(s)2: Yes
  • Interior Features:Natural Woodwork: Yes
  • Community Features:Near Entertainment: Yes
  • Community Features:Street Lights: Yes
  • Community Features:Fishing: Yes
  • Appliances:Gas Water Heater: Yes
  • Interior Features:Crown Molding: Yes
  • Interior Features:High Ceilings: Yes
  • Interior Features:Recessed Lighting: Yes
  • Interior Features:Tray Ceiling(s): Yes
  • Bathroom Features:Double Vanity2: Yes
  • Appliances:Self Cleaning Oven: Yes
  • Appliances:Tankless Water Heater: Yes
  • Attic Features:Ridge Vent: Yes
  • Attic Features:Walk-Up Access2: Yes
  • Interior Features:Cathedral Ceiling(s): Yes
  • Bathroom Features:Walk-In Shower: Yes
  • Attic Features:Walk-In Attic: Yes
  • Attic Features:Pull Down Stair Unit: Yes
  • Interior Features:Soaking Tub: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Custom Cabinets: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Pot Filler: Yes
  • Bathroom Features:Soaking Tub2: Yes
  • Community Features:Sidewalks: Yes
  • Community Features:Golf: Yes
  • Community Features:Park: Yes
  • Community Features:Playground: Yes
  • Community Features:Restaurant: Yes
  • Community Features:Tennis Court(s): Yes
  • Appliances:Built-In Gas Range: Yes
  • Appliances:Vented Exhaust Fan: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Farm Sink: Yes
  • Community Features:Sports Fields: Yes
  • Bathroom Features:Ceramic Tile2: Yes
  • Community Features:Curbs: Yes
  • Attic Features:Finished Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Lead Paint
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Cleared, Near Beach, Rectangular Lot
  • Roof: Architectural Shingles
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Lap Siding, Wood Siding
  • Lot Features:Cleared: Yes
  • Lot Features:Near Beach: Yes
  • General Property Information:Accessibility Features: No
  • Driveway Features:Concrete Drive: Yes
  • Lot Features:City Lot: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Front Porch: Yes
  • Lot Features:Rectangular Lot: Yes
  • Window Features:Double Pane Windows: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Lighting: Yes
  • Window Features:Vinyl Clad: Yes
  • Window Features:ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Lighted, Concrete
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features:Driveway: Yes
  • Parking Features:Lighted: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Heating:Central: Yes
  • Heating:Electric2: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Boating, Curbs, Fishing, Golf, Near Entertainment, Park, Playground, Restaurant, Sidewalks, Sports Fields, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)

Association/Amenities

  • Tax and Financial Information:Association: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 1310h-04-024.000
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6098.4

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 615.0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $615 $5,552 $0 $0
2023 $609 $5,552 $0 $0
2022 $609 $5,552 $0 $0
2021 $609 $5,552 $0 $0
2020 $961 $8,741 $0 $0
2019 $961 $8,741 $0 $0
2018 $961 $8,741 $0 $0
2017 $961 $8,741 $0 $0
2015 $925 $8,421 $0 $0
2014 -- $9,905 $0 $0
2013 -- $8,421 $2,225 $6,196
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/14/2025 07/14/25 For Sale $329,000 -- $274 / Sq Ft
Source: MLS United

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Source: MLS United

MLS Number: 4119192

MLS United

APN: 1310H-04-024.000