The Chelsea
8 Eagles Trl,
Hattiesburg, MS 39402
$579 - $1,998 | 2-4 Beds
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.
As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Hattiesburg, MS is $671 for a studio, $914 for one bedroom, $1,076 for two bedrooms, and $1,480 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hattiesburg has decreased by -6.0% in the past year.
Studio
475 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$671/month
Average Rent
1 BR
761 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$914/month
Average Rent
2 BR
1,011 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,076/month
Average Rent
3 BR
1,323 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,480/month
Average Rent
Car-Dependent
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This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
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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.
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