Communities

Located in the geographic center of Shelby County, Bartlett is an award-winning community recognized by CNN, Money Magazine and Sports Illustrated as one of the best places in the U.S.A. to live, work, play and raise a family. There is easy access to and from Interstates 40 & 240, and U.S. Highways 64, 70 and 79. There are also quality schools and day care centers, numerous places of worship and premier shopping. The combination of the region’s nature, history and culture create an abundant source of activities for everyone.

Through many years of visionary planning, Collierville has grown to be one of the most desirable communities in the nation to live, work and learn. Collierville has all the amenities and services of a large metropolitan area successfully blended with historic charm and character. Collierville boasts an incredible school system, small town atmosphere, award-winning parks and recreation facilities, first-rate office and retail developments, and beautiful neighborhoods. Recently, Parade Magazine recognized Collierville as having “America’s Best Main Street” for its historic and charming downtown and the quality and vibrancy of the Town Square.

Cordova is a beautiful suburban area on the eastern edge of Memphis. Cordova combines shopping centers, big-box retailers, restaurants, office space, small businesses, schools, and places of worship. The beautiful Shelby Farms Park, the nation’s largest urban park, borders Cordova and offers visitors fields, wooded terrains, biking, jogging and hiking trails as well as horseback riding.

Downtown and Midtown are two of the most eclectic, diverse and exciting places in the Memphis area. This region contains a wide range of entertainment (music, art, theater, dance and sports) and family-friendly activities, as well as some of the best restaurants in the state. From historic Beale Street to the culturally rich Cooper-Young, there is always something to do in Downtown and Midtown. Not only are these areas popular to visit, but they are desirable to live and contain some of Memphis’ most prime real estate.

East Memphis is a commercial and residential powerhouse. There are many thriving businesses and neighborhoods in this area. A desirable place for families, there are endless options for schools and religious institutions in East Memphis. With top-notch shopping centers, fine-dining establishments, and numerous parks and gardens, there is no shortage of opportunities to enjoy life in East Memphis!

Germantown is one of the safest, most beautiful cities in the Mid-South. With amazing schools, a family-friendly environment and opportunities to dine, shop and work in some of the most high-end areas in Tennessee, people always consider Germantown when considering a move. Germantown is one of a few cities in the nation possessing a triple-A bond rating from both Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s. It has the lowest crime rate for any city its size in the state of Tennessee. The parks and recreation department is nationally accredited and The Arbor Day Foundation has designated Germantown a “Tree City USA” for 23 consecutive years.

Lakeland and Arlington’s population has been growing at a rapid pace over the last decade, outpacing other communities in the region. The 2010 US Census shows that Arlington is the second fastest growing community in the state of Tennessee with a 348 percent increase in population from 2000 to 2010. Recent growth in commercial construction has brought new restaurants, shops and venues. Recreational amenities include eight parks, multiple athletic fields, pedestrian paths and nature trails.

Situated in Fayette County, Oakland and Eads are quiet, peaceful communities with plenty of family-based activities. Ranked at the top of the safest places to live in all of west Tennessee, these fast-growing suburbs of Memphis are attracting new residents due to their beauty and proximity to the city. Oakland and Eads offer a wide variety of activities from an 18-hole Championship Golf Course to boating, fishing, hunting and children’s sporting activities. In the Fayette County School district, Oakland and Eads focus on academic excellence, accountability, safety and security. These wonderful communities, lower taxes and small-town atmosphere make it a desirable location for many.

Located just outside Memphis, Olive Branch is a fast-growing community. The area has a ton to offer—from family-friendly parks to desirable shopping centers. There are historic areas, new construction neighborhoods and quality school systems. Don’t miss the Historic Walking Trail, antique shop and free outdoor concerts year-round.

Southaven is the gateway to Mississippi and just a few miles from downtown Memphis. Offering small-town charm with access to tons of entertainment and dining, this community has it all! With its convenient location, affordability, excellent schools, quality health care, safe environment and progressive city government, Southaven is a growing city that has much to offer its residents.