Ovett blends quiet, open space living with access to larger hubs. Set in Jones County, it places you within a short drive of Laurel, Hattiesburg, and Ellisville for shopping and weekend outings. Outdoor time comes naturally here: the pine forests and trails of De Soto National Forest invite hiking and riding, while the sandbars of the Leaf River make summer paddles. Hunters and wildlife watchers head to nearby state-managed wildlife areas, including Leaf River and Tallahala, for quiet forests.
Families appreciate public-school options through the Jones County School District, with South Jones and Northeast Jones serving the area with strong academics, arts, and athletics. When you crave culture, Laurel’s Lauren Rogers Museum of Art offers rotating exhibitions in a serene historic setting, while the Hattiesburg Zoo delights with immersive habitats, splash pads, and events. Daily life remains unhurried—produce stands, church suppers, and neighbors who learn your name—yet services and medical care are close by at South Central Regional Medical Center, and county government resources are easy to access. Whether you want acreage for a workshop, a starter home, or a country retreat within commuting distance, Ovett delivers space, sky, and a practical cost of living.
Explore the outdoors in the De Soto National Forest and plan hunts or wildlife viewing via the state’s wildlife management areas. If you’re buying or selling in Ovett, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate agent to guide the process.