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Last Modified: February 5, 2026

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Handsboro Neighborhood Guide

5of 12 Gulfport Neighborhoods

Where Old Gulfport Gets Gritty And Real

🧭Generally defined as the area: North of Pass Road, south of I-10, stretching from Dedeaux Road west to Crossroads Parkway with the old Handsboro School as its beating heart

📌Best known for: Being where you raise kids without dealing with beach traffic or tourists

👕You'll fit in if: You own a riding mower and love knowing your neighbors

👍Move here for: Quiet streets but still close enough to convenience when it matters

👎Don't say we didn't warn you about: How fast your kids will beg for a trampoline, c'mon you have the space for it

✨The overall feel is: Suburban calm with deep roots

Neighborhood Tags:
QuietSuburban calmSafeFamily orientedStarter-home familiesGreat schools

Pros & Cons of Handsboro

Handsboro strengths (top 5)

Family FriendlySafetyPeaceful & QuietGreen SpaceOutdoor Recreation

Handsboro tradeoffs (top 3)

NightlifeBreweriesCocktail Lounges
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Handsboro Neighborhood DNA

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Some of the Handsboro hotspots include: Handsboro walking trails and Local barbecue joints.
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Moving to Handsboro - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Gulfport or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Gulfport guide for the big-picture view — or compare Handsboro against other parts of the city in our Gulfport neighborhood guide.