The Homes
640 sf 2BR/2BA container homes elevated 10 feet on timber pilings.
- Master bedroom — Fits queen bed + furniture
- Second bedroom — Office, guest room, or nursery
- Two full bathrooms — No sharing required
- Full kitchen — Refrigerator, induction stove, dishwasher
- Washer & dryer — In-unit, no laundromat trips
- Ceiling fans — In living area and bedrooms
- Mini-split HVAC — Quiet, efficient climate control
- Battery backup — Lights and fans work during outages
- Covered deck — Outdoor living space
- Covered parking — Free — it's under the elevated home
Most of the property is in a regulatory floodway or Zone AE. All homes are elevated 10 feet on creosote-treated timber pilings — the same construction used for Gulf Coast beach houses and fishing piers for over a century.
- Flood protection — Living space stays above floodwater
- Covered parking — Two cars stay dry underneath
- Better views — See the trees from your deck
- Airflow — Cooler in Mississippi summers
- Durability — Creosote pilings last 75-100+ years
The Development
~31 acres on the Leaf River, organized into five residential clusters.
| Total Property | ~31 acres (3 parcels) |
| Parcels | PPIN 26700, 26786, 26793 |
| Housing Area | ~1/3 of property (western corridor along Lagoon Road) |
| Recreation Area | ~2/3 of property (toward river) |
| Zoning | A-1 Agricultural |
| Road Access | Lagoon Road (western edge) |
| Cluster | Location | Flood Zone | Homes |
|---|---|---|---|
| E | Southernmost | Zone AE | ~13 |
| D | South-central | Zone AE | ~13 |
| C | Central | Floodway | ~13 |
| B | North-central | Floodway | ~13 |
| A | Northernmost | Floodway | ~13 |
Total: ~65 homes (final count depends on engineering)
Each cluster has its own private drive off Lagoon Road, with a shared turnaround area.
| Zone | Acreage | Clusters | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone AE | ~5 acres | D, E | Elevated construction, standard floodplain permit |
| Floodway | ~25 acres | A, B, C | No-Rise certification required |
All homes sit on 10 ft creosote wood piers — the same construction method used for Gulf Coast beach houses. The structure will wear out before the piers do.
| Location | PPIN 26700 — north parcel at river's edge |
| Potential Uses | Boat ramp, restaurant/bait shop, community gathering |
| Status | Separate track from residential — no timeline pressure |
A Public Park on the River
This development includes a proposed 18-acre recreation area along the riverfront. Similar arrangements exist in other Gulf South communities.
| Park | Location | Features |
|---|---|---|
| River Park | Pascagoula, MS | 8.6 acres, 650-foot fishing pier, boat ramp, ADA kayak launch, pavilion |
| May Day Park | Daphne, AL | Pier, kayak launch, boardwalk, covered gazebo |
| Clyde Fant Parkway | Shreveport, LA | Linear riverfront trail along Red River, boat launch, pavilion, picnic areas |
| Pascagoula River Blueway | Jackson County, MS | 10-mile water trail, largest free-flowing river in lower 48 states |
These parks provide public river access, support local tourism, and qualify for state and federal recreation grants.
The City of Hattiesburg is already investing in riverfront access through the Pinebelt Blueways program.
| Sims Road Boat Ramp | $1M+ project currently underway |
| MS Outdoor Stewardship Grant | $480,000 awarded for Sims Road improvements |
| Program Goal | Connected water trail system throughout the Pinebelt region |
Resources:
MS Blueways Design Guide (PDF)
Mississippi Blueways GIS Map
This is a preliminary concept. No arrangement has been presented to City officials. The purpose of this page is to gauge community interest before proceeding.
| Proposed Park Area | ~18 acres (eastern portion of property, along river) |
| Possible Features | Boat ramp, kayak launch, walking trails, fishing access, pavilion |
| Housing Area | ~10 acres (western corridor, retained by developer) |
| Amenity Hub | ~3 acres at north end (PPIN 26700) — potential commercial ground lease |
What's Included
Every home comes with amenities that make life easier.
Secured CommunityGated entry, lit pathways, emergency call stations |
Riverfront AccessPrivate waterfront with pavilion and trails |
Cargo LiftHaul groceries up without climbing stairs loaded |
Personal Tuk-TukCovered 3-seater included with purchase |
In-Unit LaundryWasher and dryer in your home |
Pet FriendlyDogs welcome, acres to roam |
The Location
US-98 at the Leaf River — connected to Hattiesburg, surrounded by nature.
Who Lives Here
A riverfront retreat for people who want new construction without the big price tag.
🏠 Working Families
Affordable 2BR homes close to jobs
🏈 Game Day Getaways
8 minutes to Southern Miss stadium
🏥 Medical Stays
Family housing near Forrest General
🎣 Weekend Retreats
Your own place on the river
Rent or Own
Brand new construction. Your choice how to get in.
Rent
All-inclusive — utilities included
- No down payment
- Electric, water, sewer included
- Maintenance handled
- Move-in ready
Own
New construction, full amenity package
- FHA: $5,600 down → ~$1,250/mo
- VA: $0 down → ~$1,150/mo
- Build equity, not rent receipts
- Personal electric vehicle included
Interested in Leaf River Oasis?
New riverfront homes starting at $160,000 to buy or $1,600/month all-inclusive.
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US-98 at the Leaf River | Hattiesburg, Mississippi