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501 Bay Street

Hattiesburg, MS 39401
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Bed 4

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Bath 3

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Acres0.29

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More than a century of craftsmanship and a connection to history make 501 Bay Street a memorable part of Hattiesburg's Historic District! Built in 1910 by the Jeff Cook family, this Colonial Revival home is a contributing property in the National Register district and was used as a filming location for Don't Look Back: The Story of Leroy 'Satchel' Paige. The home's wide wraparound front porch features Ionic columns, spindle railings, and a beadboard ceiling. Wood siding, deep roof overhangs, and oversized windows add to the distinctive exterior on this corner lot. Inside you will find original hardwood flooring, substantial wood trim, and an open foyer with an impressive wooden staircase featuring turned balusters and paneled newel posts. The front door has oval glass and a transom above, with diamond-patterned upper window panes beside the staircase. A handcrafted wooden archway with intricate fretwork, slender columns, and paneled bases connects the foyer to the formal living room. Large windows, picture rail molding, and six fireplaces with original mantels and tilework carry the home's architectural detail from room to room. A separate second living room extends behind the formal living room. The kitchen features white cabinetry extending to the ceiling, tile flooring, pendant lighting, and a peninsula adjoining the spacious dining area. The dining area features wood flooring, wainscoting, and large windows with interior shutters. The floor plan includes one downstairs bedroom and three upstairs bedrooms, each with a fireplace, along with three full baths. The upstairs primary suite has a walk-in closet, a jetted tub, and a separate shower. An additional bath features a clawfoot tub, decorative wood vanity, beadboard wainscoting, and patterned tile flooring. Two staircases connect the floors, and the laundry room is conveniently located upstairs. The covered rear porch wraps around the back of the home with exposed ceiling framing and ceiling fans overlooking the fenced backyard. A newly installed pond adds a striking and unique feature with rock edging, aquatic plants, and surrounding palms and greenery. Stone pathways, an adjoining patio, and a detached outbuilding round out this historic Bay Street property! Schedule your private viewing today!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $549,500

AD Id : 91634692

MLS Id : 4164340

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 0.29 Acre

Tax Amount : $6,302

Year Built : 1910

Garage : 2

County : Forrest

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 3
  • Flooring Information

    Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Roofing Information

    Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Natural Woodwork, See Remarks Roof: Shingle Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Central, Natural Gas Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s) Water front: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1910 Building Area Total: 3522 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Wrap Around Private Pool: No Water front Features: Pond Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Private Yard

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 0.29 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.29 Lot Size Square Feet: 12632.4 Lot Description: City Lot, Corner Lot, Waterfront

    Property Information

    Subdivision: Kamper & Whinery Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence Levels: Two Property Age: 116

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $549500 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 2-029p-10-322.00 Tax Year: 2025 Annual Tax: $6302 Tax Legal Desc: POB NE/COR LT 2 BLK 118 W ALG ELIZABETH 170 S 75 E 170 N 75 TO POB B541 P525 7/84, B551-P645 3/85 PREV #:H0444-51-004 B707 P597 3/94

  • Parking Information

    Detached

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2
    Homeowners Association Information
    Has Association: Yes HOA: $35.00 Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights

  • Utility Information

    Natural Gas Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Location Information

    Direction: Corner of Bay St and Elizabeth Ave WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 10/02/2026 @ 19:48

MLS: 4164340 LISTED BY: Charles Dawe, Keller Williams 601-819-0399 SOURCE: MLS United LLC

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