It is HOT 🥵 in Oxford! Adding a pool to your backyard is an enticing idea, especially when the summer heat beckons for refreshing swims and outdoor gatherings. While the appeal of a private pool is undeniable, the decision carries significant financial and practical implications—particularly when considering its impact on property value.

A Sweet Spot on the Square: YaYa’s Frozen Yogurt 

If you’ve been to the Oxford Square, chances are you’ve seen people walking around with a  colorful cup of froyo in hand. That’s YaYa’s Frozen Yogurt, a local favorite serving up sweet  treats since 2010. 

With the start of Summer, we thought it would be nice to highlight one of our favorite farmer’s market in the area, the Oxford Community Market. This local non-profit organization is focused on food access. They operate a weekly Mississippi Certified Farmers Market along with programs to make healthy, local food accessible to all people in the Lafayette and surrounding communities, especially those facing barriers of cost and transportation.

Celebrating National Homeownership Month: The American Dream in Reach

June is National Homeownership Month—a time to recognize the value of owning a home and the role it plays in building strong communities and personal stability. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to make your next move, this month is a reminder that homeownership is not just a financial investment, but an investment in your future.

Neighborhood Business Highlight: Cedar Bucket

Oxford’s One-Stop Shop for Student Resale, Storage, and Moving 

Founded by Ole Miss alumni, Greg Driver, Cedar Bucket was created with a simple mission: to make student life easier with reliable service, practical options, and neighborly care. As Oxford continues to grow and evolve, Cedar Bucket remains committed to supporting students through every transition—whether they’re moving in, moving out, or somewhere in between.

Buying your first home is a significant milestone. If you're new to the process of purchasing real estate, you may not be familiar with everything involved. Fortunately, two key professionals can help you get started on the right track—your realtor and your lender. Whether you connect with your realtor first or your lender, these experts will work together to help you find the perfect home within your budget.

At the heart of Oxford, Mississippi, Good Neighbor is more than a home repair business—it’s a story of calling, compassion, and community.

Join us for a two-day celebration of food, music, and the arts in the heart of the Oxford Square on April 25th and 26th!

At Neighborhood Realty, we’re proud to sponsor this wonderful event each year. We LOVE Double Decker and hope to see you all on the Square next weekend!

Fair Housing month brings awareness to the increased efforts to end housing discrimination and raises awareness of fair housing rights.

Fair Housing month is celebrated in April of each year in honor of the Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, or the Fair Housing Act. The Fair Housing Act (FHA) was passed in the wake of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King's roots in fair housing can be traced back to the Chicago Freedom Movement.

Oxford is home to some amazing non-profits, and Leap Frog is one of our favorites! Leap Frog is an after-school literacy and enrichment program for first through third graders, providing Tier 2 reading support in Oxford and Lafayette County schools.

At Neighborhood Realty, we love spotlighting local businesses that pour love into our community—just like Tilly’s Teas! Whether you're needing a boost of energy or a dose of encouragement, this charming Oxford favorite serves up more than just drinks.

Did you know 95% of American households engage in some form of spring cleaning? Spring Cleaning is a time-honored American household tradition promoting a boosted mood, better focus and overall relaxation. Each year, starting on the fourth Sunday of March, the American Cleaning Institute (ACI) celebrates the annual tradition of spring cleaning.

Located on Oxford’s historic square, XOXO Boutique is a go-to destination for elegant, intentional shopping. Founded by Ellen Thomas, the boutique offers a curated selection of loungewear, spa products, bridal accessories, and home goods, making it the perfect place for self-care, meaningful gifting, and stylish home accents.

Oxford is host to some wonderful non-profit organizations that provide for our community in so many ways. We want to provide a glimpse of these organizations each month. Memory Makers, Respite Day Services of Oxford Inc., provides care to adults with early to middle stages Alzheimer's Disease or other dementia in a secure, respectful and welcoming environment.

Spring Break in Oxford is a great time for families with school age children to get away, for college students to travel or visit home, and for locals to enjoy a quiet, slow paced Oxford. Unfortunately, it is also prime time for home break-ins. Thieves know that many people in our small town are taking advantage of the time off school and that there will be a lot of empty homes in the Oxford area.

Homestead Exemption gives home owners a tax break in the state of Mississippi. You can only file homestead on one property, your main residence, and you must file January 2-April 1 in the Lafayette county Chancery building (the Assessor/Tax Collector’s Office).

Oxford is host to some wonderful non-profit organizations that provide for our community in so many ways. We want to provide a glimpse of these organizations each month. The 17th annual Taste of Oxford is set to take place Thursday, February 27th at 6:30 PM at The Jefferson Oxford. This wonderful event features cuisine from local Oxford restaurants and a silent auction where all proceeds go to benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Caitlin Magnuson, a Water Valley native, and her husband Joe, a Washington State transplant, moved their family to Water Valley in the summer of 2022 with the dream of putting down roots and owning their own business. For the next two months, Caitlin and Joe would renovate a historic building for lease and open The Magnolia Coffee Company. We are very happy to highlight them this month!

Rentals play an important role in our lives, whether for a primary residence or a weekend getaway. Unfortunately, scammers have developed numerous ways to exploit those searching for rental properties. So, how can you protect yourself from falling victim to these scams?