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Gautier, MS

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A waterfront oasis with local charm off of the Gulf

Affordable Parks Golf Restaurants Accessible Waterfront Coastal Neighborly

A small town in Mississippi off the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, Gautier is appreciated by its residents for the waterfront views, welcoming community, and open land. Shepard State Park is a great place for the family, spreading across 395 acres with rivers, trails, campsites, recreational sports, and playgrounds. Overlooking the Pascagoula River, you’ll find a Hickory Hill Country Club where residents unwind and relax on the course.

Gautier belongs to the Pascagoula-Gautier School District, offering public schools like Gautier High School to residents. You’ll enjoy easy access to major highways like US-90 and I-10, where you’ll find a majority of local conveniences like grocery stores and restaurants. Aztecas Restaurant & Cantina is a lively spot just off of US-90. If you’re looking to enjoy local eats on the water, be sure to visit Huck’s Cove. After you find your affordable apartment in Gautier, taste one of their renowned burgers and relax at this local waterfront spot.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Gautier, MS is $830 for one bedroom, $979 for two bedrooms, and $1,429 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Gautier has increased by 4.3% in the past year.

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Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$830/month
727 Sq Ft
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Transportation

28

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

35

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Singing River Elementary

Public

Grades 5-6

408 Students

Rating Unavailable

Martin Bluff

Public

Grades PK-4

402 Students

Rating Unavailable

Gautier Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-4

387 Students

Rating Unavailable

College Park Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

273 Students

Rating Unavailable

Gautier Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

423 Students

Rating Unavailable

Gautier High School

Public

Grades 9-12

901 Students

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Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge
  • Shepard State Park
  • Pascagoula River Audubon Center
  • Scranton Nature Center
  • Gulf Islands National Seashore-Mississippi

Airports

  • Gulfport-Biloxi International
  • Mobile Regional

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Restaurants

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There is no shortage of great dining options in Gautier and Hickory Hills. Plenty of restaurants have opened or rebuilt since Katrina to cater to the tourist crowd, but it's created a great selection of choices for local residents as well.

One of the most popular meeting places for local residents isn't a restaurant but a coffee shop, Delo's Heavenly House of Coffee. Sure, you can find a Starbucks in the area, but this long-time local coffee shop offers a fresh experience with tasty food options as well.

The Tiki Restaurant and Lounge is a top choice for fans of seafood. The restaurant is typically always busy and is frequented by tourists and locals alike. Reservations are recommended. Fresh shrimp, snapper, lobster and other delicacies of the sea are always available.

If you don't mind the short drive to Biloxi, your dining selection will open up even further, with plenty of restaurants that cater to those looking for classic Southern food, such as Cajun or Creole dishes.

The Gulf Coast is a large bastion of great jazz and blues music. There are plenty of pubs sprinkled throughout the region that will invite in jazz and blues artists to perform live. The Downtown Jazz Club in neighboring Pascagoula offers great music nightly along with a full service bar and dance floor. Top regional and national acts descend on this night club from across the state and country. It can get crowded late at night so get there early if you want a prime table.

You can't talk about the nightlife of a Gulf Coast city without mentioning the casinos. There are not any casinos in Gautier itself, but there are many all within a 20 minute drive of your apartment. Biloxi probably has the best selection with multiple casinos on or within the city limits. One of the most popular choices is the Beau Ridge Casino, which also offers a full restaurant, ballroom, and bar that brings in live music on most weekends.

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