Adamsville walks tall near recreation hotspots and larger cities
Adamsville is best known as the home of legendary lawman Buford Pusser, a sheriff immortalized in the semi-biographical film “Walking Tall.” These days, the small Tennessee town appeals to homebuyers looking for access to larger cities and nearby recreation hotspots. “You’re close to everything without having to drive too much. It’s a great location,” says Angelean Gray, a Realtor with Weichert Realtors Crunk Real Estate who is originally from the area. “They embrace the history of Buford Pusser, but you’ve got to remember that a lot of the generations coming up don’t even know who he was,” she says with a laugh.
Older builds near the center of town and larger lots outside downtown
Narrow, patchwork residential streets cluster near downtown, and homes have moderately sized lots. Farther from the center of town, newer builds often sit on acreage in a more rural setting. Ranch-style homes are most common, many with Colonial stylings like columns. These sell from $90,000 to $240,000. Larger New Traditional builds go for $240,000 to $630,000. “There are quite a few good communities and subdivisions,” Gray says. “It’s grown through the years.” The CAP Index Crime Score for Adamsville is 2 out of 10, lower than the national figure of 4.
Recreation both in and around Adamsville, including Pickwick Lake
City Park was renamed Buford Pusser Memorial Park after the sheriff passed away. Today, it's the main recreation area in the city, with several baseball fields, tennis, basketball and a playground. However, residents often head out of the city for outdoor activities. The popular Pickwick Landing State Park is 20 miles away, with a boat launch, trails and camping. “There’s a public boat ramp, which is a big deal,” Gray says. “Pickwick Lake is awesome. That’s another draw for people moving here.” The 18-hole Shiloh Golf Course is located in Adamsville, and Shiloh National Military Park, a Civil War battle site, is 10 miles away.
Easy access to larger cities like Jackson and Memphis
U.S. Highway 64 runs through Adamsville, heading roughly 100 miles west to Memphis. Jackson, the region’s largest city, is about 45 miles away and has the nearest commercial flights from Jackson Regional Airport. Residents tend to drive, but the Southwest Human Resource Agency provides on-demand transportation for seniors and disabled people throughout the region. The Hardin Medical Center has the closest emergency room, 9 miles away.
Students mainly attend McNairy County Schools
Though a small portion of Adamsville is in Hardin County, most of the community is zoned to McNairy County Schools, a district that receives an overall B-minus grade from Niche. Students can attend Adamsville Elementary, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade and receives a B-minus. Adamsville High also gets a B-minus.
Downtown restaurants and cafes, plus grocery shopping
Downtown Adamsville sits along a block of Main Street and has several locally owned businesses. La Casita Mexican Restaurant serves tacos and burritos, while The Bean Scene is a popular coffee spot. Fast food and retail stores are located farther from downtown along Main Street. Residents shop for groceries at Piggly Wiggly, near the center of town. More shopping is available 8 miles away in Savannah.
Community events include Buford Pusser Festival and holiday markets
Every May, Adamsville puts on the Buford Pusser Festival to honor its hometown hero. Residents enjoy a carnival with amusement rides, plus live music and entertainment. Otherwise, the Downtown Events Alliance organizes community celebrations, such as a Christmas event with food trucks and an appearance by Santa. The annual Fall Market has local vendors selling produce and handmade crafts.
