Fulton offers small-town living along the Tenn-Tom Waterway
Located on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway, Fulton offers buyers plenty of single-family homes near outdoor attractions, schools and a small downtown. The Itawamba County Seat was established in the 1830s and has grown from an agricultural community to an industrial center, with several manufacturers in the area. While Fulton also has direct highway access, the town still maintains a tight-knit feel. “It’s a small town, and you will feel welcome as soon as you drive in there,” says Kim Graham, a realtor with Century 21 Knowles Realty, who has 12 years of experience. “[It has] great accessibility, we have I-22, we are located halfway between Memphis and Birmingham. We have one of the top community colleges in the state [in] Itawamba Community College.”
Wide range of home styles available
Home types here include manufactured, ranch-styles, split-levels, Colonial Revivals and New Traditionals. Land is available. The median price is $205,000, lower than the national and state medians. However, depending on the property's size, location and condition, prices can range from $130,000 to $600,000. Homes are typically on winding streets, with larger lot sizes and oak and fir trees accenting lawns. Some subdivisions have smaller property sizes with less tree cover. Graham says Fulton attracts families, retirees and buyers wanting to build custom houses.
Plenty of parks and recreational activities in Fulton
PlayGarden Park downtown features a playground, picnic area and splash fountain open during the summer. Whitten Park on Fulton’s northern end has a campground, beach and docks. Fulton City Park has multiple baseball diamonds and a soccer field. The Jamie Whitten Historical Center Complex shows exhibits on local history and has a viewing area of the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. The waterway also allows fishing and swimming. The Fulton Country Club is a public 9-hole course with a 3,100-yard layout. The 2000-mile Underground Railroad Bicycle Route also cuts through the city. Attractions and events in downtown Tupelo are 22 miles west.
Higher-ranked public school and community college
This area is served by the Itawamba County School District, rated B-plus by Niche. Students can start at the Itawamba Attendance Center, ranked B-plus, for kindergarten through eighth grade. Itawamba Agricultural High School earns a B-plus and offers dual credit with the local community college. B-graded Itawamba Community College has programs in health sciences and is rated by Niche as one of the top five community colleges in the state.
Dining and shopping spots are throughout the city
Guy’s Place at Midway Marina serves seafood, sandwiches and pasta dishes. Piezon’s Pizza on Adams Street also offers salads and wings. RJ’s Eatery in downtown has burgers and sandwiches. Multiple chain restaurants are along Adams Street. Downtown Fulton has several small boutiques and a farmers’ market. Big box and grocery stores, including Walmart and Food Giant, are south along Adams Street.
The waterway is managed for floods, but some storm risk present
According to Federal Emergency Management Agency flood maps, the area is at risk of flooding, but dams and locks along the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway manage the risk. Graham says that homes near the waterway are not mandated to have flood insurance. Tornadoes and severe weather are also factors.
Access to interstates, airports and health care in Fulton
Fulton does not have public transport links and is car dependent. The entrance to Interstate 22 is south along Adams Street. Tupelo Regional Airport is 27 miles west but only has flights to Nashville and Dallas-Fort Worth. Memphis International is 117 miles northwest. The locale has several urgent care clinics, but North Mississippi Medical Center is 21 miles west.
