Your California Dream Property Exists—It's Just in Mississippi

Welcome to 282 Ralph Rawls Road: Where $4.2 Million Buys What $15 Million Can't on the West Coast

If you've been scrolling through real estate listings in California, Oregon, Washington, or New York and feeling like your dream of owning acreage is slipping further away with each passing year, I have news that will stop you in your tracks: 31 acres, 7 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, multiple ponds, and a custom-built estate for $4.25 million.

Yes, you read that correctly. This isn't a typo, and there's no catch.

The Acreage Awakening

Let's talk about what $4.2 million gets you in different markets. In the Bay Area, you might secure a dated 3-bedroom home on a postage-stamp lot. In Seattle, perhaps a townhouse with neighbors on both sides. In Manhattan? Don't even get me started.

But in Hattiesburg, Mississippi—a charming city with Southern hospitality, excellent healthcare, and the University of Southern Mississippi—that same investment transforms into something extraordinary: a 31-acre private estate that was custom-built in 2023 with every modern luxury you've been dreaming about.

Built for the Lifestyle You've Been Imagining

This isn't just land with a house dropped on it. This is a 6,000-square-foot architectural masterpiece designed for the life you've been postponing while you saved for "someday."

The Main Residence

The moment you step inside, you'll understand that this home was built by someone who understands luxury living. Seven bedrooms mean your family and guests never feel cramped. The 6.5 bathrooms ensure everyone has their private sanctuary. But it's the details that set this property apart:

• A chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances and a butler's pantry that would make your California foodie friends weep with envy
• An outdoor kitchen because Mississippi weather actually allows you to use it more than three months a year
• A sparkling gunite pool for those warm Southern evenings
• Thoughtful design throughout every one of the 6,000 square feet

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The Land: Your Private Kingdom

Here's where dreams become reality. Thirty-one acres. Let that sink in.

Two serene ponds stocked and ready for fishing, wildlife viewing, or simply peaceful contemplation. Imagine your morning coffee overlooking water that belongs to you, not a crowded public park.

Protected pastures with secure custom fencing throughout the property. Whether you're bringing your horses from California or finally starting that livestock operation you've been researching for years, this property is turnkey ready.

The Equestrian Dream Realized

For horse enthusiasts who've been boarding their animals and paying premium prices for limited turnout, this property is your liberation. The professionally designed barn features:

• Covered stalls (five on each side)
• Professional-grade construction
• Ample space for tack, feed, and equipment
• Event-ready facilities that can accommodate everything from intimate gatherings to full-scale equestrian events

The barn isn't just functional—it's venue-quality.  You could continue a farm tradition, create a horse training facility, or simply keep it as your private sanctuary.

The Mississippi Advantage: More Than Just Affordable Land

I know what you're thinking: "Mississippi wasn't on my radar." Let me share what my clients from California, Oregon, and Washington have discovered:

Cost of Living That Changes Everything

Your $4.2 million investment here would require $15-20 million in comparable coastal markets. That means:

• No state income tax in neighboring states like Texas or Florida (Mississippi has modest state tax)
• Property taxes that are a fraction of what you're paying now
• Utility costs that won't make you gasp
• The ability to actually build wealth instead of just maintaining a mortgage

Quality of Life Factors

• Four distinct seasons without the extreme weather of the Northeast or the endless gray of the Pacific Northwest
• Genuine community where neighbors know your name
• Hattiesburg amenities: University town culture, excellent medical facilities, vibrant arts scene
• Two hours from the Gulf Coast beaches
• Reasonable drive to New Orleans, Memphis, or Jackson for big-city experiences; after all, we are known as the Hub-City.

The Agricultural Opportunity

For those of you who've been researching sustainable farming, livestock operations, or agritourism:

• Mississippi State University Extension services provide excellent agricultural support
• Growing market for farm-to-table operations
• Supportive agricultural community eager to help newcomers succeed
• Climate that supports year-round farming operations

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Who Is This Property Perfect For?

The Equestrian Relocating

You've been paying $800-1,500/month to board your horses while living in a suburban home. Here, you'll own more land than most boarding facilities, with room for a dozen horses and facilities that rival premium equestrian centers.

The Livestock Enthusiast

Whether it's cattle, goats, sheep, or alpacas, those 31 acres with secure fencing and multiple water sources create the perfect foundation for the agricultural operation you've been planning.

The Family Seeking Space

Seven bedrooms mean everyone gets their own room, home offices are reality, and you still have guest suites. Your kids can actually play outside on your own land instead of crowded parks.

The Remote Professional Ready to Cash Out

If you can work from anywhere and you've been watching your Bay Area or Seattle home equity skyrocket while your quality of life diminishes, this is your exit strategy. Sell your California home for $2 million, buy this estate for $4.25 million, and still have money left over—or buy it outright and invest the difference.

The Event Venue Entrepreneur

The barn and facilities are already set up for events. Wedding venues in rural settings are commanding premium prices nationwide, and Mississippi's growing tourism industry creates opportunity.  One of the "barns" already has a fully equipped industrial kitchen.

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The Numbers That Make Sense

Let's do some real math:

California/Oregon/Washington Comparison:

• Median home price: $800K-1.2M (no acreage)
• 10+ acres of land: $500K-2M (if you can find it)
• Custom 6,000 sq ft home: $3-5M minimum
• Professional barn facilities: $200K-500K
• Total: $4.5M-$8.7M (and that's conservative)

This Mississippi Estate:

• Everything above, turnkey ready: $4.25M
• Your savings: $250K-$4.45M

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A Rare Opportunity in Today's Market

Properties like this don't come available often. This is a 2023 custom build, which means:

• Modern construction standards
• Energy-efficient systems
• No deferred maintenance
• Move-in ready condition
• Warranties still in effect

The previous owners created something special here and loved it well. Now it's ready for its next chapter—perhaps with you as the author.

Let's Talk About Your New Life

I'm Douglas Adams with Crescent Sotheby's International Realty, and I specialize in helping out-of-state buyers discover what's possible in Louisiana and Mississippi. I've worked with professional athletes relocating to the region, executives seeking privacy and land, and families ready to trade the coastal grind for Southern acreage.

I understand that moving to Mississippi from California or the Pacific Northwest feels like a big leap. That's why I'm here to:

• Provide detailed market analysis comparing your current market to ours
• Connect you with local resources (veterinarians, feed stores, agricultural services)
• Introduce you to the equestrian and farming community
• Walk you through every aspect of the transition
• Show you why Hattiesburg is one of the South's best-kept secrets

Ready to See What Your West Coast or Upper East Coast Money Can Buy?

This property won't last long at this price point. Savvy out-of-state buyers are discovering Mississippi and the Gulf South, and properties with this combination of acreage, facilities, and luxury are increasingly rare.

Schedule your private tour of 282 Ralph Rawls Road. I can arrange virtual walkthroughs, or coordinate your visit to Hattiesburg to see multiple properties and get a real feel for the area.

Contact me directly:

Douglas AdamsGlobal Real Estate Advisor
Crescent Sotheby's International Realty
Licensed in Louisiana & Mississippi

504-444-8670 

Let's talk about how your $4.2 million investment could change everything.

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