Best Areas to Live in Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs' most frequently cited residential draws center on its genuinely walkable downtown arts district and its Front Beach waterfront.

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Downtown Ocean Springs

Downtown Ocean Springs, centered on Washington Avenue, offers a genuinely walkable arts-district character, home to the Walter Anderson Museum of Art and Shearwater Pottery.

Front Beach and the waterfront

Ocean Springs' Front Beach runs along the Mississippi Sound, drawing residents who want real, direct water access.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-28. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.