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Senatobia, Mississippi

Population: 6,682
Located in Tate County

If you mosey just south of Memphis down along I55, you will find after about 30 minutes that you have reached Senatobia Mississippi. This little town is a dynamite place to live and in recent years has grown in population, and popularity as more people are drawn to the fact that they can still get to work quickly, but want to have a little of the country feel to their lives.

One of the great attractions of the regions is the sheer number of recreational activities that are available. Just 5 minutes north of Senatobia is Arkabutla Lake, rated as one of the top 5 crappie fishing locations in the U.S. It is also the 2nd windiest lake between Chicago and the Gulf Coast, making it ideal for sailing and sail racing. Arkabutla also has full camping, swimming, fishing, water skiing, tennis, and a nature and equestrian trail. Located as Senatobia is in DeSoto County, it can boast of its many golf courses and Senatobia is in close proximity to all of them.

The quality of education in Senatobia's public schools continues to be a drawing card for families contemplating a move to the area. One only has to visit any of the local schools and "Take the Tour" to see first hand why the schools are so highly regarded.

People have been known to visit Senatobia for a three-day weekend, and find themselves staying 15 years. Senatobia is a community whose heart is rooted as much in the promise of its future as in the richness of its past. Roots run deep here, where people are as passionate about SEC sports as they are about their favorite author. It is truly the people who will win your heart and cause you to stay. Diversity is the norm, but Southern culture and hospitality create the foundation that makes our community unique.

Senatobia offers many small-town advantages combined with big-city amenities. The average home costs around $135,000. Small farms may be found just minutes from the city limits, with rural acreage available for $1,500 to $8,000 per acre. Outlying subdivisions developing on all sides of town have homes ranging from $150,000 to over $400,000. Scenic and serene, the area offers an overall cost of living below the national average.

Come and find out why so many people fall in love with this area, and just have to move here! Once you're here, you'll find you are part of the extended family.

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