Oxford, Mississippi, combines small-town living with rich cultural offerings, anchored by the University of Mississippi ("Ole Miss"). The historic downtown Square centers around the Lafayette County Courthouse, where local boutiques and restaurants share space with Square Books, a nationally recognized independent bookstore. One-bedroom apartments rent for an average of $1,110 per month, while two-bedroom homes average $1,710. Established neighborhoods include South Lamar district, Woodlawn, and West Oxford.
The city's literary legacy shines through Rowan Oak, the preserved home of Nobel Prize-winning author William Faulkner. Entertainment options include performances at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts and concerts at the historic Lyric Theater, a renovated former livery stable. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound at Sardis Lake, while the Grove on the Ole Miss campus comes alive during football season.
