Bluffs, bayous and natural beauty are the facts of life in Gautier that earned this city the nickname “Nature’s Playground.” Gautier is not a typical beachside retreat, considering it does not have a public beach, but it is less than 15 miles from Ocean Springs and Pascagoula, which do. Since this city is not as commercialized as surrounding cities, including Biloxi and D’Iberville, Gautier has maintained a calmness that deepens as locals reach the Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge to the north and the Pascagoula River to the east. Gautier continues to maintain around the same size in population with an estimated total of 19,000 residents, losing less than half a percent of residents between 2020 and 2022, according to the Census Bureau. While its location along the Gulf Coast places residents at an increased risk of hurricanes, the city has plans in place to meet residents’ needs, including shelters and evacuation routes.
Welcome to your new home in Gautier, MS.
Pascagoula River is the main river that runs through Gautier, MS.
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Splashing around at George Martin City Park
Shepard State Park sits along the Pascagoula River, providing campers and locals with scenic trails to view the foliage as the seasons change. While all residents can access the water at one of the area’s many marinas north of U.S. Highway 90, George Martin City Park separates itself from other boat docks and fishing piers with the addition of a splash pad for children to play and cool off on a warm summer’s day. Though there are no public beaches in Gautier, residents are still able to feel the sand beneath their feet with a quick 7-mile drive to Pascagoula Beach Park.
The beauty of Pascagoula River could be your backyard living in Gautier, MS.
The beauty of the Gulf is within your finger tips living in Gautier, MS.
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Purchasing peace along Pascagoula River
Whether living in the northern neck of Gautier, where a wildlife refuge is your backyard, or south along the bayous, residents are immersed in Mississippi’s natural beauty at all times. Along flat residential streets, locals park their cars in paved driveways leading to attached garages on ranch-style and traditional houses. On Gautier’s western side, houses in the gated subdivision Acadian Village price around $395,000; meanwhile, on the eastern side along the Pascagoula River, houses price upwards of $789,000. Across the area, homes average $119 per square foot, holding a median single-family home price of $200,000. Homes are less expensive in Gautier compared to the Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula metro area, with $225,000 houses comprising the majority of Gautier’s market while $300,000 houses comprise the majority of the Gulfport-Biloxi-Pascagoula metro area market. Depending on which area they live within, some homeowners may find themselves within a flood zone and need to consider flood insurance costs.
Modernized ranch style homes in Gautier, MS are perfect for large families.
Live in your dream colonial revival style home in Gautier, MS.
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Sloping fairways at Shell Landing
This waterfront community may not share all the qualities of a summer vacation destination, but for the residents that live here, Shell Landing Golf Club provides a resort feel with manicured, sloping fairways and water hazards along the course. While Shell Landing is open to the public, members enjoy the cost of covered green fees, advanced tee times and complimentary use of practice facilities as a part of their membership, which can be paid at $1,800 for a single fee up to $2,160 for a family fee.
Town Center Development adds commercial opportunities
Huck’s Cove on the Bayou, a community staple for over 25 years, joins the line of shops dispersed down U.S. Highway 90, where residents shop for everyday necessities. As a part of plans to bring additional retail opportunities to the city, known as the Town Center Development, the Belk off US-90 will soon be joined by additional commercial establishments and a pedestrian area containing a splash pad, coffee shop and restaurants. This development comes after an agreement was reached with Belk in October 2023 to move forward, though no start date or projected completion date has been announced.
Ramey's Market Place is the preferred local market for the residents of Gautier, MS.
Come and have some great dinners at Country Gentleman in Gautier, MS.
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Pascagoula-Gautier schools earn Grade A
The only public school offering in Gautier is the Pascagoula-Gautier School District, one of the best in Mississippi. Pascagoula-Gautier School District earns a Grade A from Niche and is rated the No. 16 best school district in the state. Gautier High School, within the district, holds the No. 1 ranking as a Niche standout high school in Mississippi and earns a Grade A from the website. While the high school offers Advanced Placement (AP) and dual enrollment classes, students may also participate in Bridge Academies to prepare for college and careers within specific fields. While Gautier does not offer private schools, Pascagoula and Ocean Springs are within a 15-mile drive and include private school options. Resurrection Catholic School is one Pascagoula option that earns a Grade B from Niche and offers a 10-to-1 student-teacher ratio.
Gautier Middle School is an excellent school to enroll your child.
Gautier High School is a great school with lots of opportunities for students.
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Heading west down U.S. Highway 90
Getting around Gautier is convenient, with Interstate 10 and U.S. Highway 90 running west and east, connecting to nearby cities. Since public transportation is not available in the town, as it is in the larger surrounding cities of Ocean Springs, D’Iberville and Biloxi, residents must depend on personal vehicles for commutes. The Census Bureau reports that it took locals an average of 24.1 minutes to travel to work between 2018 and 2022.
Other information
Crime Grade gives Gautier a Grade B-minus and reports that violent crime occurs at a rate of 1.51 per 1,000 residents each year. According to Gautier Police Department crime data reported via Mississippi Crime Statistics, violent crime rates dropped 10.14% between 2022 and 2023. Crime Grade gives the city a Grade C-plus for property crime, reporting that those crimes occur at a rate of 22.44 per 1,000 residents in a year. Overall, the website gives Gautier a Grade B-minus.
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