The University of Southern Mississippi

Hattiesburg, MS

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The University of Southern Mississippi - Hattiesburg, MS

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Initially founded in 1910 as a small teacher’s college, the University of Southern Mississippi has since grown into a comprehensive doctoral and research university with a proud history and an eye on the future. Southern Miss nurtures student success by providing distinctive and competitive educational programs in a welcoming environment, featuring more than 140 undergraduate programs and more than 200 master’s and doctoral programs.

Situated in a college town, Southern Miss is central to clusters of available rental properties such as cottages, apartments, and townhomes. Convenience to I-59 allows for simple commutes from the outskirts of town as well.

There’s always something going on at Southern Miss, with more than 280 student groups averaging 500 events every month. There’s also NCAA Division I Golden Eagles athletics, musical events, intramural sports, and the annual Crawfish Fest to look forward to on campus. Hattiesburg blends a college town atmosphere with an upscale entertainment district downtown as well as numerous outdoor recreational opportunities. Southern Miss is just a 90-minute drive from both Jackson and New Orleans.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Hattiesburg, MS is $663 for a studio, $900 for one bedroom, $1,086 for two bedrooms, and $1,471 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hattiesburg has increased by 3.4% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 465 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $663/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 752 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $900/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,012 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,086/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,322 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,471/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

41

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

43

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

Lillie Burney Steam Academy

Public

Grades 6

275 Students

3
out of 10

Bellevue Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

1,124 Students

Rating Unavailable

Oak Grove Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

764 Students

Rating Unavailable

Longleaf Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

712 Students

Rating Unavailable

Oak Grove Upper Elementary

Public

Grades 4-5

628 Students

Rating Unavailable

Oak Grove Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,294 Students

6
out of 10

North Forrest High School

Public

Grades 7-12

342 Students

6
out of 10

N R Burger Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

529 Students

3
out of 10

Lillie Burney Steam Academy

Public

Grades 6

275 Students

3
out of 10

Dixie Attendance Center

Public

Grades PK-8

498 Students

Rating Unavailable

Oak Grove High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,777 Students

8
out of 10

Blair Center Hattiesburg High

Public

Grades 9-12

964 Students

7
out of 10

North Forrest High School

Public

Grades 7-12

342 Students

6
out of 10

9th Grade Academy - HHS

Public

Grades 9

342 Students

Rating Unavailable

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