Mississippi Homes and Cities
The rebuilding of Mississippi’s gulf coast had been underway just one month after the Hurricane Katrina hit and numerous ones since. Visible scares are all gone now, but it took well over a decade and well into the second for the coast to get ahead of all the little ones and prepare for the NEXT big one; I think we done a pretty good job down here...
The storm caused billions of dollars in damage in the state. The 35-foot storm surges, 11 tornadoes spawned from Katrina and flooding demolished much of the southern most tip of the state, and caused at least some damage to all Mississippi counties.
Mississippi is one of the top ten states in the nation with the highest real estate appreciation rate, topping off at almost double digit percents in the past few years. Mississippi is expected to see a lot of affordable houses in the near future. One which has become rather popular with the introduction of Tiny Homes is the state version called Katrina Cottages.
These cottages are designed to withstand heavy rain and winds up to 140 miles per hour. Most home plans range from just under 550 to over 900 square feet, while some expand to nearly 1,300 square feet.
Mississippi officials have been long touting the Magnolia State as a place to retire, and it's been working! Places such as Natchez, Vicksburg, and Starkville, Mississippi have been attracting a large population of retirees. Oxford, Mississippi, in particular, has seen a major increase in retired folks because of its low cost of living, low crime rate, cultural and recreational opportunities of Ole Miss – the University of Mississippi.
Homes in Oxford average $300,000. Mississippi’s statewide home price average is just under $178,000.
Real estate taxes in Mississippi are low compared to the rest of the nation. Another bonus to owning a vacation home in Mississippi: the average annual real estate tax bill is just under $1,100.
When considering purchasing a Mississippi home, we encourage you to look out for distressed real estate and short sales; these properties offer little-known opportunities to acquire the home of your dreams. We discuss these properties in on our social networks and you can learn more by visiting them. Distressed real estate, foreclosed, and short sales are normally sold at below market value and further discounts when the property is in need of renovation or repairs.
The first things that come to mind for most home buyers are:
How to include “Cost of Repairs” in your mortgage & renovate after escrow closing;
Defining “Required Repairs” and what are your desires;
What repairs get the most bang for your buck;
Locating the right team for your unique home purchasing needs.?
Our social network addresses these issues and more, as you engage with us. In doing so, you’ll become an informed home buyer and feel confident understanding relevant real estate topics such as:
FHA 203K~Traditional and Streamline;
Fannie Mae HomeStyle Renovation lending;
Buying a Short Sale, Distressed, or Foreclosed Home
Low Down Payment Options for as little as three percent for the home of your dreams;
100% Financing for Rural Development & Veterans Administration eligible properties;
Down Payment Assistance Programs;
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Hernando has always been a great town. It is smaller than many of the other cities around the area, has wonderful schools, and a great small town experience where a true sense of community is felt and everyone is friendly, giving you a better chances of making meaningful relationshipswith the people around you. Simply put, Hernando is truly is an active and involved community.
Olive Branch just keeps on growing and getting better. Subdivisions are popping up everywhere, as well as new restaurants, theaters, and 24 hour grocery stores have opened in the last few years, while preserving a portion of "Old Town". Olive Branch isn't boomtown, but those often go bust - instead Olive Branch is constantly growing.
First and foremost Southaven is a great city to live in if you are raising a family. The city has ease access to great restaurants, grocery stores, gyms, parks, and a great public school system. A favorite part of Southaven is the Snowden District with the Snowden Grove outdoor amphitheater, local coffee shop, restaurants.
Culturally diverse Oxford is an amazing place to live. The university centered environment is perfect for college students and alumni who enjoy the percs and advantages of being affiliates with Old Miss. Even if you aren't affiliated with the university, many local events and town's celebrations provide fun and fulfillment for everyone! Nightlife on the square is both spectacular and safely monitored, while the crime rate is substantially lower than neighboring cities and towns. You can't walk into a single restaurant or local business without being greeted by someone with southern charm. If you are ever in the area, come fall in love with the warm, soulful town of Oxford. You'll never want to leave!
For over three centuries, Bay St Louis has been home to colorful characters, fanciful buildings and an unquenchable community spirit.?The city’s motto is “A Place Apart” and Bay Saint Louis truly is a place like no other here in Mississippi. Bay Saint Louis appreciates diversity and has a unique heritage residents treasure.
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Bay Saint Louis is a city of arts, recreation, and a bon vivant lifestyle. If you’re a resident looking for a place to call home; considering a second home here in Mississippi, or thinking about relocating, you’ll be smitten after a short stay and later likely to become a resident.?
Biloxi is a great place to live. From the casinos and nightlife, to the water parks and kid friendly environments. Biloxi has everything to offer to someone seeking a coastal way of life. The city has outstanding seafood restaurants along some of the finest soul kitchens around. If you're looking to relocate, Biloxi is the place! The city recently gained our own baseball team, the Shuckers, which sits across from our beaches and we have a variety of casinos where winning is made fun.
Despite the damage to homes along the Gulf of Mexico incurring more than a dozen years ago, home prices are up by 25 percent for both newly constructed and homes that incurred little damage.
Because Mississippi has the river on its western border, the Gulf of Mexico on its south, along with mild winters and relatively low home prices, real estate in Mississippi is still attractive to many home buyers, and both long time residents and newcomers are building and buying homes at record levels along the coast.?
With an increase in business, casino expansion, and lack of houses, buying a home in Gulfport can still be considered a good investment. Gulfport always had something to do on for the family and we do like our festivals throughout the year. Whether it's shopping at the outlet mall, catching the movies, or going out to eat or finding some nightlife, Gulfport always had tons of fun. Bowling nights, fro-yo escapades, or hanging out on the beach are some of the favorite adventures for the locals. Gulfport is really expanding and has so much to offer.
Jackson is called “City with Soul” and the largest city in Mississippi, with many places to discover in the metro area, as well as countless events throughout the year, from heritage festivals to antique shows, and symphony concerts to sports classics.
Are you a history or culture buff? There are many museums and attractions, Civil War, and?Civil Rights sites for families to explore at the Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center.
Jackson includes a great Zoological Park, where your kids can learn about the wonders of nature at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science.
Does someone is your family a have a passion for music? Stir the soul with so of the greatest blues. You can also enjoy memorable performances by the world-class Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, or grab a drink and a bite to eat at an authentic blues “juke joint”, it’s what make Jackson a place to call home.
Tupelo is the birthplace of Elvis; needless to say it’s an Elvis experience, and today’s Tupelo is a dynamic southern city easily accessible?by Highways 78 or 45 and the historic Natchez Trace Parkway. Located in the center of the Mississippi Hills region, Tupelo is a hub of musical history, literary sites, Civil War history and American architecture.
According to the most recent census, Tupelo’s population is just under 38,000 and located about 90 miles from Memphis, TN, and 135 miles from Birmingham, AL, Tupelo serves as a regional hub for the area, whose population swells by 300 percent each day as people travel here to work and play.
Here in Tupelo many residents enjoy socializing with other locals at upscale to blue-plate eateries. For those of us who enjoy shopping after work, Tupelo boosts the regional’s largest mall at Barnes Crossing, and you’ll find great specialty shops in Midtown and Downtown, as well as throughout the city.
Some local favorites to explore are the Tupelo Buffalo Park and Zoo, the Tupelo Flea Market, the Tupelo Furniture Market, the Tupelo Automobile Museum, and of course historic Natchez Trail. Here in Tupelo you’ll find an upbeat, happy city where people believe they can accomplish anything and do!
Hattiesburg is positioned at the fork of the Leaf and Bowie Rivers with a population of just under 50,000 residents, and encompasses Forrest, and Lamar?counties, with a combined population of more than 100,000. Founded in 1882 by William H. Hardy, Hattiesburg was named in honor of Hardy's wife, Hattie.
Hattiesburg is home to The University of Southern Mississippi (originally known as Mississippi Normal College) and William Carey University. In 2011, Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood District was named one of the "Great Places In America," to live by the American Planning Association. Places are selected annually and represent the gold standard in terms of having a true sense of place, cultural and historical interest.
Hattiesburg Historic Neighborhood District [HHNA] was Hattiesburg’s first historic district added to National Register of Historic Places in 1980 - The Avenues. The Historic Neighborhood District is also part of a Historic Conservation District and protected by Historic Hattiesburg Design Guidelines. The twenty-five-block neighborhood has one of the best collections of Victorian-era houses in Mississippi with more than ninety percent of the houses substantially renovated and maintained.
If you're around during Christmas be sure to check out Annual Victorian Candlelit Christmas and Holiday Tour of Homes. During the two nights of the Victorian Candlelit Christmas, the sidewalks are glowing with thousands of candles in white bags lining the sidewalks. Christmas carolers from the three churches, Sacred Heart, Court Street Methodist and Bay Street Presbyterian, stroll house to house providing Christmas music while horse-drawn carriages slowly move through the neighborhood taking the visitors back in time.
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