Greenwood, MS Homes for Rent

Greenwood, Mississippi, located on the eastern edge of the Mississippi Delta, is a small city with a population of about 13,000. Known for its rich history in the blues and Civil Rights movement, Greenwood offers a laid-back Southern charm and a strong sense of community. The city features several museums, including the Museum of the Mississippi Delta and the Back in the Day Museum, as well as markers along the Mississippi Blues and Freedom trails. Greenwood's downtown district is home to shops and small businesses, including the contemporary Southern restaurant Fan and Johnny’s, owned by James Beard Award semifinalist Taylor Bowen Ricketts. The Alluvian Hotel and Viking Cooking School are popular spots, with Viking Range headquartered in the city. Greenwood hosts various events such as Family Day in the Park, Bikes, Blues, and Bayous, and Que on the Yazoo. Whittington Park and the Yazoo River Trail and Arboretum provide green spaces for recreation. Homes in Greenwood are primarily single-family, with historic housing near Grand Boulevard and north of the Yazoo River. Popular styles include ranch houses, cottages, bungalows, and Cape Cods. Greenwood is served by the Greenwood-Leflore Consolidated School District, formed in 2019. The city is accessible via U.S. Highways 49 and 82, State Road 7, and an Amtrak route from Chicago to New Orleans. The nearest commercial airport is Greenville Mid Delta Regional Airport, about 55 miles west. Summers are hot and humid, with average highs in the low 90s, while winters are short and mild.