# 824 University Avenue, Oxford, MS 38655

> **TL;DR:** 8bd/6ba single family, $4,800,000 ($964/sqft), built 1836, 4,979 sqft. Est. $20,800/mo. Listed 248 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $4,800,000 |
| Price/sqft | $964 |
| Bedrooms | 8 |
| Bathrooms | 5 full, 1 half |
| Square Feet | 4,979 |
| Year Built | 1836 |
| Lot Size | 41,818 sqft (0.96 acres) |
| Property Type | Single Family (Other) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 248 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $20,800 |
| **Total** | **$20,800** |

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1836
- 0.96 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
An extremely rare opportunity to purchase the historic 1836 Purser-Brunt home awaits. Located one block from the square, this 4,979 sq. ft. 19th century main home is a "must see". The classic architecture along with original hardwood floors and soaring ceilings are quite impressive. Included are 4 guest cottages totaling 2,637 additional sq. ft. on .96 of an acre property. Centrally located in the heart of Oxford and only minutes from the Grove and Square. Each guest cottage offers privacy and unique charm, perfect for visitors. This well preserved home showcases its historical significance.

## Location

- **Address:** 824 University Avenue, Oxford, MS 38655
- **County:** LAFAYETTE
- **Coordinates:** 34.3640418, -89.5221136
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=34.3640418,-89.5221136

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Tim Phillips
- **Brokerage:** Crye-Leike Oxford Real Estate
- **Phone:** 6628169194
- **Email:** tim.phillips@crye-leike.com

## Primary Photo

![824 University Avenue - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/c1a77d49d02cb7bc56f3c7e4d3b87b50l-f1654132608r.jpg)

*72 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/824-university-avenue-oxford-ms-38655-s161753)*

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**MLS#:** 161753 | **Updated:** 2026-06-18
**Source:** listhub

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